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Labor Deal Ends Seattle Crane Strike

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A 17-day construction worker strike in Seattle and Western Washington state ended Sept. 6 after a local union reached an agreement with the Associated General Contractors of America.

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Construction Issues in Limbo as Nation Awaits Election Results

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Whether those talks will resume—and result in an agreement— in an expected lame duck session also would likely be affected by the outcome of the presidential contest. The measure has strong union support. 3 on construction related ballot initiatives throughout the country. Ballot Measures. Voters in Bend, Ore.,

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report

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Last year, the state signed an agreement with Mercedes-Benz that recognizes Shelton State Community College as one of the best in its field in preparing individuals for careers in manufacturing. SL Tennessee will begin construction in August 2014 with a goal of being fully operational by April 2015. Mercedes-Benz U.S.

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