The U.S. Department of Labor issued a press release and accompanying blog post to announce the launch of the Apprentice Trailblazer Initiative, which is intended to create a national network of apprentices and apprenticeship graduates whose stories may inspire others interested in becoming apprentices.

Diablo/Freud Tools announced that President and CEO Russell Kohl has been named a 2023 Most Admired CEO by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

L&W Supply announced that Michael Parrell has been named branch manager of its Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, location.

A scaffolding collapsed in Milford, Mass., in late July, hurting four people, according to Jackson Cote of MassLive.

Construction employment increased in 42 states in April from a year earlier, while only 24 states added construction jobs from March to April, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America May 19.

L&W Supply announced that Chris Green has been named branch manager of its Alpharetta North, Georgia, location.

WaterSignal, LLC has been acquired by Metron Farnier, LLC. WaterSignal is delighted to embark on this new journey, which will undoubtedly benefit its valued clients and further enhance its commitment to water conservation and efficiency.

L&W Supply announced that Chi Lo has been named branch manager of its Santa Rosa, California, location.

Submissions have closed for the Walls & Ceilings Leadership Award. Thank you to everyone who submitted. We will be announcing the winner of the inaugural award very soon.

L&W Supply has announced that Brett Knight has been named branch manager of its North Fort Myers, Florida, location.