The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is preparing to invest nearly $14.9 million in a sweeping renovation of Maple Meadows golf course in Wood Dale.

The White House has announced a new round of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, originally set to take effect February 4.

The Corpus Christi City Council has approved the first reading of proposed updates to its drought plan. A final vote is scheduled for Feb. 11.

The H-2B visa program supports American industries with seasonal labor shortages, including landscaping, hospitality and seafood processing.

Throughout the show, attendees had access to 30 IA University courses, including five new courses covering irrigation principles.

Single-family housing starts in September rose by 2.7% from August, reaching a rate of 1,027,000.

The agreements are part of the Lower Basin System Conservation and Efficiency Program, which utilizes funding from the IRA.

General Manager John Viola said the project represents Ocean Pines’ ongoing commitment to investing in its amenities.  

Taking place from Oct. 15-18 these courses will cover topics such as irrigation repairs, system components and electrical troubleshooting.

Representatives from four states passed a motion directing staff to develop a proposal for tracking water saved through conservation.

In 2023, taxpayers paid farmers and ranchers $16 million to reduce their water usage in the Colorado River Basin.

The Federal Reserve voted to keep interest rates steady in June at 5.25% to 5.5%.  

The unemployment rate changed little at 4.0%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Washington, D.C.

Industry associations have asked that Congress offer an amendment to strengthen the current discretionary H-2B language.  

The projects will improve irrigation efficiency, support habitats for endangered species and benefit communities.