On September 1, 2011, a new Alabama immigration law tougher than Arizona’s measure will take effect. In April, Louisiana introduced a bill similar to that of Arizona’s, being less strict that Alabama’s, and in May, Georgia did the same. The new laws in Arizona and Alabama, and those pending in other states, will require E-Verify on every construction project, private or public.  Alabama. For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Musings, we welcome back a good friend and fellow construction attorney, Scott Wolfe Jr. An article on pbs. Mississippi. Colorado. MORE >>

From DC up to New York, & even here in Alabama many contractors and others found out that a dry heat can quite simply kick. For anyone in the energy efficiency field, it is no surprise that a large part of our job is getting the word out about what we do and how the energy audit is crucial for those that don’t know where to start or what to do. This was clear a day later, that he had a mission and that was to sell foam and I think he probably did a good job. In all honesty, while summer does not officially start until the 21st, it sure does. WHAAAAAT??? What the *#@!? MORE >>

Last week ADP released its June 2011 National Employment Report and estimated that employment grew three times faster than in May in the service sector generating more than 130,000 jobs. They go on to report that 22% of employers say their applicants lack the technical competencies or “hard” skills needed for the job. Perkins Vocational Act known as the Perkins Act which was intended to improve the skills of the labor force and prepare adults for skilled trade job opportunities. In Alabama, a third of all skilled tradesmen are over 55. big one. MORE >>

Today, Dirty Jobs is still on the air, and I am here before this committee, hoping to say something useful. In Alabama, a third of all skilled tradesmen are over 55. ” Millions of parents and kids see apprenticeships and on-the-job-training opportunities as “vocational consolation prizes,” best suited for those not cut out for a four-year degree. And still, we talk about millions of “shovel ready” jobs for a society that doesn’t encourage people to pick up a shovel. Original article is here: [link]. knew him as a magician. big one. MORE >>

From DC up to New York, & even here in Alabama many contractors and others found out that a dry heat can quite simply kick. Not a panacea, they promise significant contribution to our insatiable need for electricity…plus creation of jobs in manufacturing, installation, and ongoing maintenance. Great job. Early Summer Home Maintenance Checklist for June Ahhh June, the gateway to the start of summer vacations, some great BBQ’s, spending time with the family, and probably working on a to-do list that is a mile long. This also generally means a lot of. Do I get down? MORE >>