JM Smucker to spend over $120M on Hostess plant expansion

J.M. Smucker plans to spend $120 million to expand production at its Hostess manufacturing plant in Columbus, Georgia. The investment will go toward the construction of a new building, renovation of certain areas of the facility and new equipment, according to Pace Halter, chairman of Choose Columbus, the city’s economic development group. Construction to support […]
How to Identify and Repair Foundation Cracks Before They Threaten Your Home’s Stability
Every sturdy home starts with a solid foundation — the unseen hero that supports your life above ground. But what happens when cracks start to appear in that foundation? Left unnoticed, these tiny fissures can escalate into serious, costly, and even hazardous damage. Understanding how to identify and repair foundation cracks early is the key […]
5 ways preventative equipment maintenance protects profits for civil contractors

When market conditions are unstable, a broken machine isn’t just a repair bill—it’s a financial risk that ripples across the entire business. Civil contractors already face high interest rates, supply chain delays and rising material and part costs. Add the impacts of shifting economic policies, tariffs and persistent labor shortages, and the outlook becomes even […]