Chobani - a Greek company best known for its yogurt - officially broke ground on what is expected to be a large new plant in Twin Falls, Idaho, earlier this week. However, the ceremony may have been little more than a formality. According to The Magic Valley Times-News, construction crews have been hard at work ensuring the site is ready for work to begin.

Apartment constructions have jumped somewhat dramatically recently, and the increased number of permits indicates that the housing industry may soon be working its way back up.

City officials in Naperville, Ill., recently indicated that the town's construction of single-family homes rebounded sharply in 2011, reports the Naperville Sun.

Pockets of Opportunity Remain; Good Business Management is Key

After a very difficult few years, things are looking up.

The “Great Correction” that the country has been enduring the past few years was, unfortunately, inevitable. Too many consumers and businesses were over-exuberant for too long, relying on unsustainable profits and credit to drive their personal and corporate aspirations. While this isn’t news by any stretch, it does continue to drive how the economy rebounds and how that growth will progress for the coming years.

Automotive-mirror manufacturer Gentex announced recently that it would soon begin construction on a 140-acre factory in Zeeland Township, Mich. According to MLive.com, the project is the largest of its kind in township history and will create new job opportunities for the surrounding area.

Housing starts surged in the month of November, according to a report released by the Commerce Department, signaling that the construction market is stabilizing headed into 2012.

The National Association of Home Builders has revealed that builder confidence levels have reached their highest point since May 2010, after the Housing Market Index rose for the third consecutive month in December.

The Santa Clara Stadium Authority has voted to approve an $850 million loan, which would go toward the construction of a new stadium for the San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers are hoping to move to Santa Clara in the near future, with plans for a new $1 billion complex already well underway.

Construction firms in Maine are likely to take a bit of a hit in 2012, as the state is planning to cut funding significantly for new road and bridge work in the new year, reports the Bangor Daily News.

If you're in the market for used construction equipment, you're going to be dealing with some large numbers when it comes time to pay for your auction. It's important to keep track of the purchase price and any additional fees that must be paid, which can be a challenge if you're not sure where to look.