Coronavirus Outbreak Puts the Brakes on Some Planned Public Work Jobs
Submitted by Site Improvement Association Just how much has the outbreak of the coronavirus impacted the construction industry in St. Louis city and county? Well, if public works projects were used as a measuring stick, more than 42 percent of planned public improvement projects have either been eliminated or placed on hold for an indefinite… Keep Reading
People On The Move In The Local Construction Industry
Oculus Inc. Adds to Ownership Team Brian Kern named principal, continues to lead retail team Oculus Inc., a full-service St. Louis-based architecture and interior design firm, has expanded its leadership team with the promotion of Brian Kern, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB, to principal. Kern has been with the firm since its inception in 1994… Keep Reading
IMPACT Strategies Continues String of Developments for St. Clair County Fairview Heights, IL
IMPACT Strategies, Inc. is providing Construction Management services on several projects for St. Clair County. Construction has been deemed as an essential industry during the COVID-19 pandemic and many of IMPACT Strategies’ projects are crucial components to infrastructure of our communities. Among these developments is the recently completed 2,200 square-foot tenant finish for CareHere; a… Keep Reading
A Fresh New Look for WINCO Window Company
Commercial window manufacturer WINCO Window Company is now sporting an entirely new look, with an engaging and easy-to-use website, a distinctive logo and fresh color palette. WINCO’s updated website now offers architects and glazing contractors a more interactive experience when selecting windows. “WINCO’s product line is continuing to expand exponentially, and we now have a… Keep Reading
Midas Hospitality Opens St. Louis’ First Aloft Hotel
Midas Hospitality – a leading hotel development, management and investment firm – recently opened the St. Louis region’s first Aloft hotel in the heart of the 200-acre Cortex Innovation community. The “different by design” Aloft hotel by Marriott is located at 4245 Duncan Ave. and offers 129 tech-forward rooms with two meeting rooms and amenities that include… Keep Reading
Construction Jobs Rebound in May, Recoup Half of Huge April Losses
Submitted by AGC Construction employment bounced back strongly in May from April’s mammoth losses, adding 464,000 jobs during the month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported. The bureau’s latest monthly employment report, released on June 5, also shows that construction’s unemployment rate improved, but still stands at a worrisome 12.7%. Construction’s added jobs contributed to… Keep Reading
Social Services Organization Hands Out Smiles by the Dozen on National Donut Day
Held annually on the first Friday in June, National Donut Day is a sweet time to celebrate America’s heroes. On June 5, The Salvation Army thanked the men and women on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic by delivering donuts and hope. This tradition dates back to World War I when nearly 250 Salvation… Keep Reading
Flooring Industry Council of Greater St. Louis Provides Covid-19 Relief
Donates to St. Louis Community Foundation, Sends PPE to Contractor Members The Flooring Industry Council of Greater St. Louis (FIC) donates to the St. Louis Community Foundation Covid-19 Regional Response Fund to support regional nonprofits that are serving local communities disproportionately affected by the coronavirus crisis and its economic fallout. Taking action, the FIC also… Keep Reading
Senate Approves House-Passed Paycheck Protection Program Reform Bill
This week the Senate passed a House-passed Paycheck Protection Program reform bill, it now awaits President Trump’s signature. Ken Logsdon is a partner at the international law firm Dorsey & Whitney who has been helping small businesses and banks navigate this program during the COVID-19 crisis. He has looked at the bill and has some key… Keep Reading
Builders Hardware Manufacturers Launch Updated Certified Products Directory
New Directory Features Enhanced Search-ability of ANSI/BHMA Hardware The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA®) has launched a new online Certified Products Directory (CPD) featuring enhanced speed and search-ability, improved interface and security, and greater depth of information. BHMA created this directory, originally established in 1998, as a resource to help architects and specifiers select the… Keep Reading