Standing, Desk Or Not, Is A Big Part Of Many Jobs
Two-thirds of employed adults stand at work. Many also do physical labor. Among the most demanding occupations: construction, food service and farming.
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Who Will Fuel The Construction Boom In North Carolina?
The construction industry is growing rapidly across the country, and North Carolina is no exception.
Ending Temporary Protection For Foreign Workers Could Hurt U.S. Rebuilding Efforts
If the U.S. ends temporary protected status for 300,000 Caribbean and Central American workers, there are fears it will have ripple effects — especially on post-hurricane construction.
Beltway Project Gets Boost In State's Latest Plans
State highway officials have announced new plans for a major Forsyth County highway project.
Opening Of I-73 Connector Delayed Until Mid-May
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has confirmed the delayed opening of the I-73 connector, originally scheduled to be ready this week.
For Construction Projects, 'Buying American' Means Higher Costs
Trump has spoken about his commitment to "buy American and hire American." But what exactly does that mean? Some say it could mean higher costs for construction projects.
Agreeing On More Money For Roads, Bridges May Be Easier Than Finding Workers
Both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump say they would spend more to rebuild the country's aging infrastructure. The problem is there may not be enough people with the right skills to fill those jobs.
Judge Rules That Construction Can Proceed On Dakota Access Pipeline
The Standing Rock Sioux tribe had sought a temporary stop to work on the pipeline. But after the ruling, three U.S. agencies said work would halt in an area particularly sensitive to the tribe.
Amid Tribe's Protest, Construction Of Oil Pipeline In N. Dakota Halts — For Now
Members of the Standing Rock Sioux tribe says a crude oil pipeline set to span from North Dakota to Illinois could contaminate their drinking water and sacred lands.
When The Going Gets Hot, Construction Workers Get Nocturnal
Arizona is getting so hot during the summer days, one construction site in Phoenix has to redefine "nightlife" and pour concrete at 1 a.m.