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2011 CAGC Convention: Resourceful, Resilient, Ready!>>
Your CAGC Chair of the Board Mike Long invites you to join him at the 90th Annual Carolinas AGC Convention, January 18 - 23 in beautiful Puerto Rico, to affirm that contractors will not be deterred or discouraged. "There's more we can do to thrive as an industry, and it starts with our commitment to education and building positive, professional relationships." Registration is now open! (Early Bird, New Member and First-Time Attendee discounts available!)

Pinnacle Awards Deadline Friday, September 3>>
Members have just 2 days left to submit entries for the 2010 CAGC Pinnacle Awards. Nominate your firm (or any other member) for either a "Best Project" or "Best Company" Pinnacle Award now!

Renew Your CAGC Membership Online: It's Quick & Easy>>
By now, all CAGC members up for October 1 renewal have received their company's 2010-11 membership dues invoice and IBuild Plus invoice for Plans Online (if applicable). Pay now online-it's quick and easy-to ensure uninterrupted member benefits and services.

Upcoming NC Events to Help Contractors Branch Out

EPA Hearing on Fly Ash Rule Coming to Charlotte>>
EPA will host a public hearing on the proposed Fly Ash Rule in Charlotte September 14. Walk-ins and written comments will be accepted; to be guaranteed a time slot to speak, attendees must register for the public hearing at least three business days in advance.

CAGC Feature of the Week: Sporting Clays Championship>>
Join us for the 2nd Annual Sporting Clays Championship, presented by Nexsen Pruet, October 15, 2010 at The Fork Farm & Stables in Norwood, NC. This event offers a full day of networking in a unique and beautiful setting, and the opportunity to learn a new sport-all while supporting the Foundation for the Carolinas Construction Industry.

IBuild Feature of the Week: IBuild Support Options>>
Are you using IBuild for all it's worth? IBuild offers numerous tools designed to help you find more work in less time, with search features specific to your nature of work. A quick online demonstration will help even the advanced IBuild user become better acquainted with the many features of IBuild.

Nat'l AGC Feature of the Week: Newsletters>>
AGC of America's newsletters provide members with the latest news in construction, and are a great resource to learn the true value of membership. Thirteen different newsletters, each targets a specific construction segment or issue-and all are FREE to members! (Did you know? Carolinas AGC members are automatically members of AGC of America.)

ARTBA Connect: 2010 National Convention>>
Register now for the 2010 National ARTBA Convention, October 3-6 in New York City. The meeting's theme: "Global Innovations in Transportation Design & Construction."

North Carolina Government Relations-- News Impacting Your Business>>
• CAGC Says More Construction Will Bolster Economy
• Alcoa Upgrade Planned
• State Tax Collections Show Positive Signs
• Gaston County Parkway Construction Update
• Natural Gas Companies Eye Lee County for Shale Gas
• Stimulus Money & Transportation
• Bonner Bridge Replacement Strongly Favored
• NC Schools Snag $400 Million
• U.S. Sen. Richard Burr Revs Campaign
• State GOP Targets Race in Fayetteville Area

South Carolina Government Relations-- News Impacting Your Business>>
• SCDOT Technician Certification Program Updated Schedule
• Integrated Project Delivery Publication Available thru AGC
• November Election 56 Days Away

This Just In! North Carolina Construction Industry Headlines >>

This Just In! South Carolina Construction Industry Headlines >>

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