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In Atlanta, Industry Leaders Urge Stepping Up Outreach Efforts to Recruit Minorities

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and the Construction Education Foundation of Georgia say some progress is being made, but more needs to be done. The CEOs of H.J. Russell & Co.

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In Atlanta, Industry Leaders Urge Stepped-Up Outreach to Recruit Minorities

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and the Construction Education Foundation of Georgia say some progress is being made, but more needs to be done. CEOs of contractor H.J. Russell & Co.

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Digital Builder Ep 38: Strategies for Reusing Construction Waste

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The Kendeda Building at Georgia Tech is an example of this in action. The Kendeda Building was built by Skanska, and is the most environmentally advanced education and research building ever constructed in the Southeastern United States. They are seeking to construct 950 affordable units over the next several years.

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Some of the Oldest Buildings in the U.S.

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It is Washington’s last Pre-Revolutionary colonial building on its original foundation. A reminder of Georgia’s colonial history, the Horton House was constructed in 1743 by British military aide Major William Horton. The structure is made of tabby, a unique concrete that was common in Georgia at the time.

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Tennessee Is BF’s 2013 State Of The Year

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Runners-up in the 2013 competition were Utah, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and Pennsylvania. “The state has put in place a solid foundation for robust job creation for years to come.” manufacturing facilities. Memphis, TN was our top-ranked air cargo hub and finished in the top 10 for Lowest Cost of Living.

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UPDATE: Seven New Locations Added To President Obama’s Promise Zones Initiative

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o Help Accessing Resources: Where necessary to achieve their goals, Promise Zones will get priority and be able to access federal investments that further the goals of job creation, additional private investment, increased economic activity, improved educational opportunity, and reduction in violent crime.

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SK Siltron Investing $302M In Michigan Semiconductor Wafer Plant

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The company, a subsidiary of South Korea’s SK Siltron, considered sites in Georgia, North and South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas but ultimately chose Michigan due to its talent and proximity to automakers. This investment represents the future of that foundation where ingenuity and know-how will drive an engine of innovation and technology.

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