Utah Construction Newswire

FTA grants $1.28B for Utah commuter rail

Dive Brief: The Federal Transit Administration announced a $1.28 billion capital investment grant on Aug. 7 to add capacity on Utah’s FrontRunner commuter rail service.  The project will add a second track in certain locations, one new train station and 10 …

Think Data Centers Are All Bad, Utah? Read This...

Utah’s growing resistance to massive data centers is understandable. These facilities can consume enormous amounts of electricity, raise questions about precious water supplies and change the character of rural communities almost overnight. Understanding …

Jacobs appointed for $750m Utah water infrastructure upgrade

The Central Utah Water Conservancy District (CUWCD) has appointed Jacobs to provide engineering services for the proposed Strawberry High Line Improvement Project, a water conveyance scheme with an estimated construction value of $750m. The programme would …

Work begins on animal rescue group’s first LI facility

The first phase of a project to transform a Woodbury office building into a boarding facility for a national animal rescue nonprofit has begun.  The Kulka Group has started interior demolition at the 14,092-square-foot building at 3 Crossways Park Drive …

Utah officials say Construction Fraud Task Force making progress 1 year after launch

SALT LAKE CITY — One year after Utah launched a specialized task force aimed at combating residential construction fraud, state leaders said the effort is beginning to show results, including the filing of its first criminal case. The Residential …

CRH acquires Pisgah Stone Products in Utah

Global Data Centers Face Growing Community Backlash Over Water, Energy and Noise Pollution

As data centers continue to multiply across the globe to support surging demand for artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital services, communities near proposed sites are increasingly voicing concerns about their environmental and social …

Kelly’s visa bill gives Arizona a third option on immigration

Richard T. Herman Arizona is usually offered two choices on immigration: accept illegal migration or demand more enforcement. Sen. Mark Kelly has articulated a more constructive principle. “We’re a nation of immigrants. We’re also a nation of laws. And we’ …

Desert Green Turf in Moses Lake installs logo for Mariners 50th Anniversary

MOSES LAKE — When Nathan Cox started Desert Green Turf in 2006 at a farm in Moses Lake, the initial plan was to sell to local landscapers and homeowners. Fast forward 20 years and his business has grown into a consistent turf producer for major sports …

Mt. Pleasant rejects $36K recreation impact fee, plans new ordinance

MT. PLEASANT—The Mt. Pleasant City Council unanimously rejected a resolution to adopt a Recreation Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis on July 28, opting instead to determine a lower recreation impact fee before moving forward with an …

Oklo’s Groves Becomes Fifth DOE Pilot Reactor to Reach Criticality, First on Private Land

Oklo’s Groves Isotope Test Reactor in Lockhart, Texas, has become the fifth reactor to achieve criticality under the U.S. Department of Energy’s Reactor Pilot Program (RPP), and the first under the program to do so on private land. The low-power test …

Little Spring Water turns a family-owned water resource into an unexpected regional business

This story appears in the August 2026 issue of Utah Business. Subscribe. Long before bottled water became a multibillion-dollar industry, a small mountain spring in Utah’s Bear Lake Valley quietly sustained generations of one family. The spring provided …

David Edward Bingaman

Oct. 22, 1938 – July 29, 2026 David Edward Bingaman passed away peacefully and went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 29, 2026, at the age of 87, surrounded by his loving children. David was born in Anderson, Indiana, to William Edward Bingaman and …

NAVFAC Southwest Delivers MCAS Yuma Mission Capability, Higher Standard of Living Ahead of Schedule

SAN DIEGO — Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Southwest participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma signifying completing the first phase of construction for a 100,756 square-foot barracks …

America's Rare Earth Comeback Is Gathering Serious Momentum

Breadcrumb Trail Links PR Newswire Author of the article: Published Jul 31, 2026  •  13 minute read Article content FN Media Group Presents Oilprice.com Market Commentary NEW YORK, July 31, 2026 /CNW/ — This is where China’s rare earth magnet …

US takes big step to break China's magnet dominance

This is where China's rare earth magnet monopoly ends. REalloys (NASDAQ: ALOY) has signed a strategic agreement with permanent magnet manufacturer JS Link to develop one of the first fully integrated non-Chinese rare earth magnet platforms, bringing …

Colorado’s 150th birthday is up in flames. What does this mean for the future of wildfires?

When the South Canyon fire burned in 1994, it was called a “hellfire,” an unprecedented nightmare that would forever change Colorado. The spark started with a lightning strike outside Glenwood Springs. After a few days of minor growth, winds suddenly …

Builder Lead Converter Launches Builder Lead Videos for Home Builders

Salt Lake City's Ironwood Custom Builders is among the first using Builder Lead Videos, a new service turning builders' project photos into lifestyle videos. PRIOR LAKE, MN, UNITED STATES, July 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "What …

The U.S. Just Took A Big Step to Break China's Magnet Dominance

This is where China’s rare earth magnet monopoly ends. REalloys (NASDAQ: ALOY) has signed a strategic agreement with permanent magnet manufacturer JS Link to develop one of the first fully integrated non-Chinese rare earth magnet platforms, bringing …

Cryptic Air Launches USA-Made Mud-In Vent Covers & Dedicated B2B Trade Portal

Cryptic Air combines USA-made manufacturing with a new B2B Trade Portal, delivering custom sizing, direct volume pricing, and faster lead times. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- By combining in-house American …

Grupo Cotemar alcanza la Certificación PRIME Nivel V Estrellas, el máximo reconocimiento a su gobierno corporativo

CIUDAD DE MéXICO, CIUDAD DE MEXICO, MEXICO, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Grupo Cotemar recibió la Certificación PRIME Nivel V Estrellas -el nivel más alto del programa- por haber implementado de manera integral las 50 prácticas de gobierno …

Five Reputable Ultrasonic Water Meter Manufacturers in China 2026: Providing HighPrecision Water Measurement Solutions

Chinese manufacturers are advancing ultrasonic water meter technology with accurate measurement, smart monitoring, and reliable performance. CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kaifeng, Henan, China – August 13, …

Five Renowned PVC Partition Wall Panel Companies in China : Powering Commercial & Office Interior Partition Construction

Exploring How Top Chinese Brands Elevate the Quality of Office & Commercial Partition Construction CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HAINING, China, Aug. 13, 2026 – Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)-based panel …

Real Estate Investing Boot Camp Returns August 29th

Real Estate Investing Boot Camp Returns August 29th LOS ANGELES, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Los Angeles County Real Estate Investors Association announces it's semi-annual Real Estate Investing Basic …

State, County and City Officials Celebrate ‘Topping Off’ of QWest Towers, a $158 Million Workforce Housing Project

State, County and City officials celebrated on August 11 the “topping off” of QWest Towers, a $158 million workforce housing project in Mount Vernon, NY. MOUNT VERNON, NY, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a milestone event …

Fiberglass and Gunite Pools Account for 90 Percent of Kansas City Luxury Pool Demand, Hardscape Contractors Reports

Fiberglass & gunite pools make up 90% of Kansas City luxury pool demand, Hardscape Contractors reports, as homeowners invest in full outdoor living. OVERLAND PARK, KS, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Project data from the design …

Phoenix Property Owners Book Landscape Design Work Ahead of Fall Planting Window

Divine Design Landscaping reports design and installation requests rising in Phoenix AZ as owners plan around the October planting window. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phoenix AZ property owners are booking …

MBS Urban Initiatives Supports Findlay Market Healthy Food Hub to Expand Healthy Food Access and Economic Opportunity

MBS Urban Initiatives CDE, the Community Development Entity affiliate of McCormack Baron Salazar, supports the Findlay Market Healthy Food Hub in Cincinnati, OH ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MBS Urban …

15th-Century Royal French Château with 710± Acres Surrounded by Six Private Lakes to Sell via Concierge Auctions

Domaine de Ballerand—a storied estate in France's Périgord Vert that once belonged to Alain d'Albret —to sell in cooperation with Maxwell Baynes NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Domaine de Ballerand …

Senior Housing Boom Creates Massive Opportunity for Investors, Says Jerry Vinci on The Wealth Flow

UT, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As 10,000 Americans turn 65 every day, the senior housing industry is entering an unprecedented period of long-term growth—but according to senior living expert Jerry Vinci, successful investing in …

Voted Best Garage Door Repair Houston — Easy Garage Door Repair Expands Same-Day Service

Voted Best Garage Door Repair Houston expands same-day service across Uptown, Tanglewood, Galleria, Memorial, River Oaks, Bellaire and more. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- # Voted Best Garage Door Repair Houston, …

Senior Housing Supply Shortage Threatens Industry, Says Jerry Vinci on On The Market

UT, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The senior housing industry is entering one of the most significant demographic shifts in history, but investors and operators who assume demand alone guarantees success may be overlooking what …

Atlanta Technical College Breaks Ground on Historic $30 Million Renovation of Henry Louis 'Hank' Aaron Academic Complex

Largest state funding appropriation in college history advances workforce innovation and honors Hank Aaron’s enduring legacy during ATC’s 60th anniversary ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atlanta Technical …

U.S. Outdoor Kitchen Market Reaches $10 Billion in 2026 as Renovation ROI Hits New Highs

Real estate data shows outdoor kitchens now outperform nearly every other home renovation category in resale return, reshaping how to plan backyard investments HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Outdoor kitchens …

Sokolove Law Reaches $6 Billion in Asbestos and Mesothelioma Recoveries Nationwide

MA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sokolove Law, a leading asbestos law firm, has surpassed $6 billion in recoveries for clients affected by mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases. The milestone …

Essential Electric Supply Releases Guide to 14 Types of Circuit Breakers and Their Applications

GOLDEN, CO, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Essential Electric Supply, a leading power distribution supplier in the United States, has published a guide titled “14 Common Types of Circuit Breakers and Their Uses,” detailing the …

Battleship New Jersey Announces Transformational $24.25 million Redevelopment Project

NJEDA-supported investment will create a new visitor center, add dedicated parking at Wiggins Marina, and fund $6+ million in critical shipboard improvements CAMDEN, NJ, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Battleship New …

Significant Other Kitchen & Cocktails Comes Into View With October 2026 Opening on Sunset Road

Installation of the restaurant’s prominent exterior sign marks a major milestone for the all-day dining destination across from Harry Reid International Airport LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Significant …

MISSION CRITICAL INTERIOR SOLUTIONS BRINGS PRECISION AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE TO DATA CENTER ANTI-CONFERENCE USA 2026

DCAC brings together the companies forging the Fifth Utility and the infrastructure powering the AI economy. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the digital infrastructure industry continues to expand to meet …