The Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce honored Acme Brick with the Chairman’s Spirit of Enterprise Award at the Chamber’s 134th annual meeting.
Well, it is finally 2016. In 10 short months, we will head to the polls to elect a new President.
Mayor Daniel T. Drew held a groundbreaking ceremony July 29 to welcome two new businesses to town.
With the approaching summer heat, we also find the 2016 Presidential Races starting to heat up as well.
Businessman, civic leader and Alabama native Ted Henry died Oct 21.
While the numerous campaign ads are no different from the usual biannual campaign season barrage, the outcome of this election is surely going to be tight and very impactful.
We had a productive and busy year in Washington, D.C., battling onerous regulations, promoting vital legislation, and continuing to raise the profile of the MCAA.
We discussed extensively in Orlando, one of the biggest issues currently facing our industry is the recently proposed silica exposure rule put forth by OSHA.
The QUIKRETE Co.s, recently supplied shotcrete in 3,000-pound bulk bags for a restoration project on Alcatraz Island, also known as “The Rock.”
In the past decade, much has been said about the use of drone technology, particularly its use in combat.
Mr. Obama finds himself in an embarrassing moment, where he is paying a rate just slightly more than the robber barron rate that Governor Romney was criticized for.
Last week, the world marked the passage of former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.
Now that the 2012 general election is behind us we await action from our political leaders on some of our most pressing problems.
After 85 years of heavy traffic, wear and tear, the pair of 5,899-foot-long, two-lane tunnels were in dire need of structural repairs and restoration.
President Obama may have a very tough time convincing Americans that he deserves a second term.
We won some great battles in 2011, with the help of many MCAA member companies, and the opportunity is there to build on those victories with your continued engagement.
The 2012 slate of officers and executive committee members who will lead The Builders Association of Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania next year is set.
Stevens Masonry Construction, Inc. has reached an important industry milestone: 25 years of business.
The MCAA is positioned to build long-term relationships with Members of Congress and to succeed in legislative victories throughout 2012.
Under the Budget Control Act of 2011, Congress created the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction, one of the most historically significant Joint Committees ever created.
The Belden Brick Company announced that it has approved a purchase agreement for Lawrenceville Brick, Inc.
We are seeing the fruits of our labors, as we make progress on the military construction/lifecycle costing issue, and Members of Congress are opposing harmful legislation.
After decades of road wear, the Pulaski Skyway was in desperate need of repair. The New Jersey Department of Transportation turned to The QUIKRETE® Companies.
QUIKRETE has launched new QR Codes, Product Application Videos and a mobile website.
Brian Belden, Marketing Manager of The Belden Brick Company, announced that the company is the first manufacturer of brick products to receive ISO 14001 Certification.
What does it take to repair an American landmark in a city made famous by a quintessential American rock band? Try America’s most trusted brand of packaged concrete.
Legislative Committee recently met to discuss the wrap-up of the 111th Congress, the changed political dynamic and its impact, and what we can expect from the 112th Congress.
Before November’s new Members of Congress officially begin their terms, the 111th Congress was attempting to finish legislation and adjourn for the year.
With Republican House control, there will be a number of new faces in Congress who will focus on spending reductions, banning earmarks, and repealing parts of enacted policy.
William Graham Cole, 79, passed away on November 22, 2010 at Mayview Convalescent Center.
With an ambitious plan to offer residents “luxury mountain living,” contractor The Weitz Co. and sub-contractor The Gallegos Corp. turned to The QUIKRETE® Companies.
Republicans are predicted to expand their numbers in the House, with many polls showing them capturing the majority, after the final tally is made Nov. 2.
As Congress returns after summer recess for over a month, much of the attention is focused on the upcoming November elections.
Cloyd Devon "Red" Brookshire, 86, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully, October 13, 2010.
Marion Cochran, 84, died Friday, April 30, 2010 following a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
The legislative review/preview at the 2010 MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas gave the MCAA a number of priorities to pursue.
With 2010 being an election year, a flurry of legislation is expected in the first half of the year, and then the political races will take precedence.
Throughout the month of August, Congressional members hosted “town hall” events to discuss the pending healthcare legislation.
H.R. 3200 currently stands at 1,080 pages, before the relevant committees begin their mark-ups. So what does the bill mean for the businesses of the MCAA?
While the intent to provide health insurance access to all Americans is laudable, there remain a number of concerns to the legislation as drafted.
The Keelen Group, has been working on the 3% withholding legislation and life-cycle costing in the MilCon appropriations bill.
During the MCAA Convention, the MCAA Legislative Committee heard from our governmental affairs team about a number of pressing issues that Congress may consider this year.
Now that the 2008 elections have concluded, it is time to analyze the results and finalize strategic advocacy plans for the next Congress.
A new 160-page, full-color book by QUIKRETE offers a comprehensive collection of project information and techniques.
In order to pump excitement into his ticket to rival Obama's, John McCain should put one of the many qualified Republican women on the ticket.
This week has had some unexpected events that may influence the Presidential election. The first and so far most talked about is the Russian invasion of Georgia.
As a follow up to my previous post on my picks for John McCain’s running mate, here are my thoughts on the contenders on the Democratic side.
This week speculation has been rampant on Senator McCain's Vice Presidential pick. The selection has boiled down to just a few likely choices and some long shots.
The last few weeks have seen a flurry of bipartisan activity, giving this cynic a reason to hope that the era of hyper partisanship could be in its twilight hours.
The QUIKRETE Companies acquired Target Products Ltd., a producer of dry-mix concrete and cement-related products in Western Canada.
The Euclid Chemical Company of Cleveland, OH, has announced that it has acquired Productos Cave S.A., Santiago, Chile. Terms were not disclosed.
The QUIKRETE® Companies has launched its redesigned website, www.QUIKRETE.com.
Bosch Power Tools and Accessories announced its partnership to sponsor the Fastenal Racing Team's #18 Bobby Hamilton Truck.
Stoppiello: Knowledge is key to fighting fires
Bosch Power Tools Names New President
Welcome Center Work of Job Corps Students
Study: School Repairs Lagging
Mello Wins 43rd Annual Student-Athlete Award
QUIKRETE® Celebrates 65 Years of Success
Dry-laid Stonework Gaining Popularity in Region
Building Codes Upheld
Northwood Team Gets High Marks
Redevelopment Brining Jobs
Marion Represented in List of Best Workers' Compensation Compliance and List of Worst
South Carolina Approves Charleston Building Arts Schools