The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has identified in the state’s land-stewardship program about 8,000 acres to be sold in compliance with a directive in the state budget.

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By James Briggs Rep. Mary Williams, R-Medford, has handed over to Assembly leadership a bill that would exempt most government construction projects from Wisconsin’s prevailing wage law. Questions remain, though, over how soon the bill could pass and what form ...

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By James Briggs State Department of Transportation officials told lawmakers Wednesday they must approve several large highway projects this year to maintain public safety and an efficient workflow. “We have needs all over the state. It’s not like we’re wanting ...

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By James Briggs Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) Contractor Services for Charter Street Heating Plant Rebuild, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Dane County A University of Wisconsin official warns that an initiative of Gov.-elect Scott Walker could prevent rail upgrades and cost ...

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The Transportation Projects Commission will meet Oct. 19 for the first time in Gov. Jim Doyle’s tenure, according to a statement from State Assembly Speaker Mike Sheridan’s office. The 14-member TPC will review eight proposed highway projects in the state, ...

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