Iconic library gets a major makeover

The renovation allows more daylight into the building. Photos by Kevin Scott A historic library in downtown Portland, Ore., has received a major renovation that honors its past while modernizing the three-story building’s facilities, safety systems, and usable space. The Central Library serves as the flagship location for Multnomah County Library. The 1913 Georgian-style building […]

Visual Display of Negative Measurements

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Construction prices ‘soar’ in April, up 6.2% year to date

Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Construction input prices leapt 1.7% month to month in April and are up 6.2% so far in 2026, according to an analysis of the latest economic data by Associated Builders and Contractors released Wednesday. Energy […]