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U.S. convention center projects surge as cities chase event-driven revenue growth

January 19, 2026

Cities across the U.S. are increasing investment in convention and event facilities, shifting public infrastructure strategy.

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Ohio Turnpike approves $246.8M capital budget for 2026

January 19, 2026

Ohio Turnpike officials approved a $246.8 million capital plan for 2026 funding upgrades across the 241-mile corridor.

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Wisconsin announces $484M for water infrastructure projects

January 19, 2026

Wisconsin announced $484 million in financing to support stormwater and wastewater upgrades statewide.

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Federal grant award kickstarts street safety project in Ridgeland

January 19, 2026

The Mississippi city will use a federal grant to redesign a historic street with multimodal safety improvements.

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Myrtle Beach to fund new fire station using tourism revenue bonds

January 19, 2026

Myrtle Beach will build a $26 million central fire station funded through tourism revenue, replacing its aging downtown fire station.

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News·Opportunities·State

Delaware launches statewide solicitation for water infrastructure upgrades

January 16, 2026

Delaware is accepting proposals for clean and drinking water infrastructure funding through state revolving fund programs.

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Higher Education·News·Opportunities

University of Michigan to build $40M academic teaching facility at Flint campus

January 16, 2026

UM-Flint will spend $40 million to complete phase two of its innovation and technology building, expanding academic space.

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News·Opportunities·Transportation

ODOT advances nearly $100M rebuild of I-77 corridor

January 15, 2026

ODOT is planning a $95.8 million reconstruction of I-77 south of Cleveland to improve safety, access and drainage.

Insights

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Insights·Mary Scott Nabers Insights

2026 will be a “Year of Action” as infrastructure momentum holds firm

January 15, 2026

Nationwide, infrastructure funding remains strong in 2026 as programs advance transportation, water and grid projects.

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Insights·Mary Scott Nabers Insights

Multimillion-dollar wildlife overpass and underpass projects are reshaping America’s roads

January 12, 2026

Wildlife overpass and underpass projects are expanding nationwide as states target safety, habitats and collision reduction.

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Insights·Mary Scott Nabers Insights

Quality-of-life investments are reshaping higher education campuses

January 8, 2026

Universities nationwide are investing in athletics, recreation and wellness facilities as quality-of-life reshapes campus planning.

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Construction·News·Roads/Bridges

Oregon, Washington’s interstate bridge project unveils $13.6B price tag

January 16, 2026

The states of Washington and Oregon are planning an interstate bridge project, updating cost estimates to over $13.6 billion.

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Energy·Federal·News

DOE, NASA ink agreement targeting permanent lunar nuclear reactor

January 15, 2026

Federal agencies are planning to deploy a nuclear fission power system on the Moon by 2030 to support sustained lunar missions.

Legislation/Policy·News·State

Maryland targets transit-oriented development to boost housing supply

January 15, 2026

Maryland’s housing agenda targets transit-oriented development, easing rules and using state land to boost supply statewide.

Available Funding·Energy·Higher Education

Public university partnerships to lead nuclear development under DOE NOFO

January 14, 2026

DOE is opening a funding opportunity, seeking to partner public entities in developing new nuclear energy capabilities.

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