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KDOT trying to hire hundreds of operators amid high turnover

The State of Kansas needs 1,200 operators, but it only has half of those positions filled. More information here on Equipment Word.

February 18, 2019

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Kan. DOT investing $160M to strengthen highway system

The Kansas DOT plans to invest $160 million in revenue to kickstart delayed projects. Get details on Kansas Department of Transportation's infrastructure plans.

February 15, 2019

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Neb. to complete Lincoln South Beltway project ahead of schedule

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is expected to complete its Lincoln South Beltway construction project earlier than expected. Get details here.

February 14, 2019

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Tributes for retiring NAPA president Acott tell of industry icon who fostered alliances, innovation

The National Asphalt Pavement Association's retiring president, Mike Acott, was honored at the association's 64th annual meeting. Learn more about Acott here.

January 31, 2019

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Outgoing NAPA chairman Parker tells of changes and a battle to keep market share

Outgoing NAPA chairman, Craig Parker, discusses changes in the association and importance of protecting and retaining market share. Learn more here.

January 29, 2019

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USDOT Secretary Chao discusses drone regulations at TRB meeting in D.C.

Chao highlighted several drone-related regulatory efforts initiated by the FAA during a speech at the 2019 Transportation Research Board’s annual meeting.

January 28, 2019

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Amid many changes for NAPA, Copeland becomes president, CEO

The National Asphalt Pavement Association has named Audrey Copeland is the new president and CEO. She was took the lead at a ceremony at the NAPA’s 64th Annual Meeting.

January 25, 2019

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NMDOT delaying bid lettings due to federal shutdown

The New Mexico Department of Transportation has delayed its bid letting scheduled for January due to the government shutdown. More details on Equipment World.

January 24, 2019

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Workforce development is new NAPA Chairman John Harper’s top priority

John Harper was sworn in to serve as the 2019 chairman of the National Asphalt Pavement Association during its annual meeting. Get details on Equipment World.

January 23, 2019

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State Route 99 closed in Seattle for tunnel alignment; crews making good progress

With the closure of State Route 99 due to tunnel work, construction crews are on schedule with good weather, including unusually warm daytime temperatures.

January 18, 2019

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ARTBA to feds: End ‘regulatory roadblock’ to buying patented products

According to ARTBA, repealing a federal procurement rule would remove a regulatory roadblock and encourage investments in improving the nation's highways.

January 17, 2019

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Nev. DOT pilot testing radar-based wrong-way driver detection system

NDOT aims to prevent wrong-way crash fatalities with new wrong-way driver detection system. Learn more about the pilot program for the radar-based system here.

January 16, 2019