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Building Buzz: Packed With Projects & Policy Moves
posted on 06.24.2025
Welcome back to Building Buzz, your roundup of the latest developments shaping our built environment. From affordable housing projects popping up in Cottage Grove and St. Cloud to a potential shake-up for a major mixed-use site in Cottage Grove,… [more]
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Building Buzz: October 14-18
posted on 10.17.2024
MBEX is reading the headlines so you don't have to. This week’s Building Buzz dives into key projects and trends shaping Minnesota’s construction and development landscape. In Edina, a new affordable housing project is in the works… [more]
Labor & Workforce
Projects to Watch
Building Buzz: August 26 - 30
posted on 08.28.2024
We're reading the headlines so you don't have to. From Blaine's advancing redevelopment plan to hotel construction hitting its highest level in 16 months and the Rapidan Dam's plan to be torn down to what to expect in the industry… [more]
Construction Technology
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Building Buzz: April 29 - May 3
posted on 05.01.2024
We're reading the headlines so you don't have to. From Nordic Ware's solar facade to Minnesota's $980-million bonding bill and 'fab lab' grants in Wisconsin to expanding prevailing wage mandates, here's what was buzzing… [more]
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Building Buzz: March 4 - 8
posted on 03.15.2024
We're reading the headlines so you don't have to. From the Chanhassen Cinema Redevelopment project to a new CEO named at Kraus-Anderson to the approval of the I-94 expansion in Milwaukee, here's what was buzzing in the building world the… [more]
Labor & Workforce
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Workplace Law Updates for the New Year
posted on 12.20.2023
Article updated 12-28-2023 A number of important workplace updates have been put in place via the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) over the past few months and quite a few go into effect in the new year. We've gathered them… [more]
Labor & Workforce
Navigating the Impact of a Looming Government Shutdown
posted on 09.27.2023
Congress is once again approaching a critical deadline, one that could lead to a national government shutdown at 12:01 AM on Sunday, October 1, 2023. With congressional gridlock preventing the passage of even a continuing resolution, the… [more]
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Why Physical and Mental Well-Being is Crucial
posted on 09.12.2023
It's a familiar sight: Men and women clustered at a job site, hard hats and safety vests on and clearly visible. This standard image showcases a commitment to the physical safety of its workforce, a necessary aspect of any construction company.… [more]
Labor & Workforce
Worksite Safety
Celebrating Labor Day
posted on 08.29.2023
Labor Day is just around the corner (it's on Monday, September 4!), and it's not just an excuse for a three-day weekend or the last hurrah of summer. It's a day that pays homage to the backbone of our society: labor. Let's… [more]
Labor & Workforce
10 Reasons Why Your Crew Should Hire Veterans
posted on 07.25.2023
When looking to add exceptional talent to your construction company or firm, don't overlook the immense potential of one particular group that stands above the rest --- veterans. These brave men and women bring a unique set of skills and… [more]
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Welcome back to Building Buzz, your roundup of the latest developments shaping our built environment. From affordable housing projects popping up in Cottage Grove and St. Cloud to a potential shake-up for a major mixed-use site in Cottage Grove,… [more]
