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Things seen this week during structural inspections!

Well i've been doing a lot of inspections lately, ironically this form of blocking has been showing up all across Texas's attics. Folks, don't let anyone convince you that's how we do this in Texas... that's just crazy talk.

imgur.com I hope no Disney princesses step out on this little window sill. It won't be the prettiest site to see.

Coronavirus cyber scams are thriving – here’s how to avoid them | AbacusNext

You can never be too careful. Thieves use your fears as a way to get into what needs to be protected the most.

abacusnext.com Hackers and cybercriminals are taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic by churning out fraudulent emails, text messages, and robocalls that trick consumers into clicking on malicious links or opening attachments in order to steal personal information or money. Here's how to avoid becomming a victi...

BREAKING: Court Overturns Boston Marathon Bomber's Death Sentence

Total shame. Of course, they will do it again and win again but look at the cost to that county.

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Things seen this week during structural inspections!

Ok, I seriously cannot find any non-COVID interesting items to post. So, we are back to my favorite subject, Engineering Inspections gone wild!

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OSHA Reverses Course and Now Requires Employers to Track COVID-19 Cases

New OSHA regulations...

nahbnow.com OSHA this week announced a significant reversal of previous policy on an employer’s obligation to record work-related cases of COVID-19 on OSHA injury and illness logs. The new requirements go into…

Blue Angels to fly over DFW on Wednesday - Cross Timbers Gazette | Southern Denton County | Flower Mound | News

Had to show you all this photo. Isn't it wonderful?

crosstimbersgazette.com In a show of national solidarity, the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will fly over the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex on Wednesday. The Blue Angels flyover is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. Wednesday near McKinney and is expected to last about 35 minutes, according to a news r...

Daily COVID-19 Safety Questions for Construction Companies – Constructor Magazine

constructormagazine.com Daily COVID-19 Safety Questions for Construction Companies BY STAN SINGH, DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTRAKEN, AN AGC OF CALIFORNIA AND SAN DIEGO CHAPTER MEMBER Safety is (and always will be) a top priority in construction. Now more than ever, it’s important to keep your crews safe and provide them with the ...

Insulin maker offering free 90-day supply to patients financially impacted by pandemic

I know insulin is crazy expensive. Hopefully this can help for at least a short time.

wfaa.com A pharmaceutical company is offering a free 90-day supply of insulin to anyone who lost their medical benefits from the coronavirus outbreak.

Homebuilders suddenly see sales jump as renters flee small urban apartments

Great News!

cnbc.com Home sales nearly ground to a halt at the end of March, as the coronavirus pandemic forced an economic shutdown that scuttled open houses and shattered consumer confidence. Now demand appears to be coming back, especially for newly built homes.

Nonresidential Construction Spending Declines In March As Pandemic Halts Projects; Group Warns Loan Threats Are Hurting Relief Program | Associated General Contractors of America

As the construction industry braces for a possible downturn, this is a good article to get you in the correct frame of mind. Preparation is a work in progress. My work depends on the construction industry as well. We are right there with you. Let me know if we can help!

agc.org Treasury Department’s Recent Changes to Paycheck Protection Program Loan Guidance Are Making It Even Harder for Firms to Maintain Jobs Amid Declining Private-Sector Demand for Construction

Man Who Called Ohio's Lockdown B.S. Has Died Due To Covid-19

Good Afternoon - I love all of my friends, clients, and colleagues and I want you to stay safe! I know times are tough right now and for some it is much worse than for others. Remember, the numbers you are seeing are with us being in quarantine. They might not look that bad to you now but we certainly do not want it to get worse. Stay smart, stay healthy and stay safe. We can do this!

wkfr.com Five weeks after he slammed the Ohio Governor on social media for closing bars and restaurants John W. McDaniel passed away.

Small Business Rescue Loan Program Hits Funding Limit, Is Now Out of Money

Well this isn't surprising with all of these "small" businesses getting millions of dollars in funding within days after the application process started while others just get the run around.

nbcdfw.com The Small Business Administration website reads that it is “unable to accept new applications for the Paycheck Protection Program based on available appropriations funding. Similarly, we are unable to enroll new PPP lenders at this time.”

Small Business Rescue Loan Program Hits Funding Limit, Is Now Out of Money

Hopefully new funding will be agreed upon soon by our ever partisan House and Senate members:

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nbcdfw.com The Small Business Administration website reads that it is “unable to accept new applications for the Paycheck Protection Program based on available appropriations funding. Similarly, we are unable to enroll new PPP lenders at this time.”

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Plumber sues auctioneer after truck shown with terrorists - CNN

File this under the category of things to remember. I could see this happening to a lot of contractors.
https://www.cnn.com/2015/12/14/us/terror-truck-lawsuit/index.html

cnn.com Mark Oberholtzer sues a Ford dealership for $1 million-plus in damages after his old pickup ended up with Islamic militants in Syria.

'Essential’ workers like plumbers and electricians say they’re counting on you to keep them safe

dallasnews.com Plumbers, electricians and HVAC workers are trusting customers to notify them if they’re sick before they arrive for a job.

Coronavirus Stimulus Payments: When Will They Be Sent and Who Is Eligible?

This particular article answered my biggest question. What if you were above the cut off for your 2018 or 2019 taxes but have since lost your job and are below the maximum, are we saying those people get nothing.

wsj.com In response to the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, Congress is poised to approve an economic relief plan that includes one-time direct payments to most households. Here are the key details.

Denton County Stay-At-Home FAQs - Cross Timbers Gazette | Southern Denton County | Flower Mound | News

This was very helpful. We are getting a lot of questions right now about all of the orders from different cities and what does it all mean? Denton has tried to answer some of your questions through this FAQ:

https://www.crosstimbersgazette.com/2020/03/26/denton-county-stay-at-home-faqs/

crosstimbersgazette.com Many local residents have been left with lots of questions as the county and many of its towns have made different Stay-At-Home orders and disaster declarations because of the coronavirus pandemic. Here is some information that may answer your Stay-At-Home FAQs. Overlapping Orders Denton County’s ...

Construction Industry Bracing for Potential Impact of COVID-19 | GlobeSt

Unfortunate but unsurprising news. If you need a contract review, don't hesitate to give us a call.

globest.com Owners will be reviewing contracts for agreements outlined, and what contractual rights and duties exist in light of the conditions caused by the spread of the coronavirus.