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Business Journals
29-07-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
How one construction company is building Milwaukee's backbone
When people think of Milwaukee, 'infrastructure' might not be the first word that comes to mind. But it should be. Infrastructure is the backbone of every thriving community, shaping how people live, move and connect. At Michels Corporation, a Wisconsin-based energy infrastructure leader with global reach, building and maintaining that backbone is a mission. Since 1959, Michels has been performing work many people can't live without—like reliable electricity for air conditioning on a humid summer day, natural gas to warm homes in winter, and solid foundations for new construction and historic buildings—to things most prefer, like stable shorelines, and safe, efficient highways to strengthen convenience and commerce. expand Michels is currently working on a major environmental infrastructure project in Milwaukee harbor on Lake Michigan. The dredged material management facility (DMMF) will contain nearly 2 million cubic yards of contaminated sediment dredged from three rivers. Containing this material inside an impermeable container will provide a secure, cost-effective alternative to landfill disposal. As it gets utilized, the DMMF will improve water quality, aquatic habitats, and waterfront revitalization for future generations. Michels also performs innovative work to maintain the area's past. To address serious structural issues caused by the deterioration of the original foundation system under Milwaukee City Hall, an iconic landmark built in 1895, Michels used an innovative deep foundation construction method to replace decaying wood piles with steel-reinforced concrete micropiles, introducing modern innovations without sacrificing respect for history. But Michels isn't just about what it builds; it's about who builds it. With more than 7,000 employees, 18,000 pieces of equipment, and operations across North America, Europe and Australia, Michels offers purpose-driven, future-proof careers. Whether you prefer working outdoors or in an office, close to home or around the world, opportunities abound. From construction crews and equipment operators to engineers, project managers, safety experts, IT professionals, finance specialists and many other positions, Michels offers a wide range of career paths that combine technical skill with leadership and innovation. expand Guided by core values like safety, integrity, teamwork and sustainable operations, Michels continues to grow through strategic expansion and a deep understanding of its customers' evolving needs. In 2024, Michels was ranked the 34th largest contractor in the U.S. by Engineering News-Record, a testament to its scale, strength and staying power. Established in 1959 in Brownsville, Wis, Michels has grown to become an international leader in energy and infrastructure construction serving the civil, energy, energy transition and renewables, foundations, marine, mission critical, transportation, and water and wastewater industries. Learn more about current career opportunities at
Newsweek
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Internet Stunned at Woman's Kung Fu Skills After 1 Month Training in China
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A 25-year-old woman from Australia has stunned the internet with her impressive kung fu skills, despite only training for one month at a martial arts school located near the Shaolin temple in Henan, China. Amelia Michels, a freelance marketing expert and poet, has spent the last two years of her life traveling the world, living in different places a few months at a time. In April, she joined the training program, with no prior kung fu experience, and by early May, when she left, she'd already learned some incredible skills. Driven by her desire to "find the place where not belonging makes sense," Michels had already traveled through lots of other Asian countries, including India, where she practiced yoga, and Vietnam where she learned Muay Thai. But she knew nothing about kung fu when stepped foot in China, so armed with curiosity and enthusiasm, she totally immersed herself in the school's strict schedule, pushing her limits day after day. Amelia Michels, 25-years-old is pictured performing kung fu routines she learned during her month training in China. Amelia Michels, 25-years-old is pictured performing kung fu routines she learned during her month training in China. Photo by Jackson Rule [lens + lumen] At the school, filled with a diverse crowd of international and local students of all different ages and backgrounds, her days started at 4:30 a.m., when she joined the first training session for the day, followed by breakfast and then back into action for about two to three hours. After lunch, the schedule included more afternoon training sessions, before going back to the dorms, lights down by 9:30 p.m. sharp every night. Despite the intense training, and leg pain that defied all sorts of painkillers, due to the intense stretching required, Michels says the experience was unforgettable, and her favorite part was the new friends she made along the way. "It's always about meeting the people and building relationships with them, just the small moments together, sharing dorms with strangers who then end up being super close, beautiful friends," she told Newsweek. "I had a brand new journal that I brought with me, and on the last day, I asked everyone to write something in there, a little message or something, which was super special to me." During her spare time in China, usually on Saturday afternoons and Sundays, Michels took the chance to bond with her fellow training mates, visiting nearby cities like Zhengzhou, a metropolis on the Yellow River, known for being the Shang dynasty capital, or even just renting out a hotel room to chill together and socialize. Currently back in Vietnam, Michels is once again soaking in new experiences, which she keeps sharing with her followers on social media. But her kung fu journey is not over, yet! In fact, in October she's heading to Morocco where she will attend a new kung fu training, hoping to take her skills to the next level. "Kung fu means eat bitter every day," she writes in another one of her viral Instagram posts. "Which basically means, 'do the hard thing," she said. "Do it even when you don't feel like it. It's showing up to class when your body says stay in bed. Standing in Mabu until your legs burn. Repeating the same movement, again and again, until your body remembers it without you thinking. "The goal is for it to become a moving meditation, allowing you to be fully present in the moment." Users who followed her journey at the kung fu school were stunned by how fast she learned despite the language barrier. In one of her viral videos, one user, embodiedwithbuns, said: "This looks epic. Thanks for sharing your experiences." And another one, added: "You are killing it girl." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Water World closed on Memorial Day due to cold temperatures
DENVER (KDVR) — Water World is closed Monday due to colder Memorial Day temperatures hitting the Denver metro area. The water park north of Denver had just opened for the season on Saturday and was also closed Sunday due to storms in the area. Park officials made the announcement just before 8 a.m. on Facebook. Memorial Day forecast: More showers, storms and cooler temps Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Travis Michels said storms and showers are possible on Monday, and highs will only be in the lower 60s. Water World officials said they are looking forward to warmer temperatures on Tuesday, and Michels said highs will be in the mid-70s. To make changes on ticket dates, Water World officials said guests can contact Guest Services at 303-427-7873 or visit their website to make a request. Stay prepared for storms and forecast changes, a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day and other important weather information: Interactive Denver weather radar Colorado weather alerts Business, church and school closings Weather newsletters FOX31 News app The Pinpoint Weather team will continue to update the forecast multiple times each day. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Events to road conditions: Potential impacts with Pinpoint Weather Alert Day Tuesday
DENVER (KDVR) — With a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day on Tuesday, snow and rain could have an impact on events and even driving, depending on where you are headed. Whether you have tickets to the Rockies game or a Red Rocks concert, there are several events scheduled for Tuesday, as forecasts are showing the potential of almost an inch of rain accumulating in the metro. View the latest Weather Alerts in Denver and across Colorado on FOX31 'This is one of those forecasts that's just not going to be the best conditions,' Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Travis Michels said. 'It's not like little rain at Red Rocks. It's going to be steady rain and then maybe even seeing some flakes out by the foothills, which would not be fun to enjoy a concert in town.' With a full lineup of concerts this week, FOX31 checked in with the city to see if there are any planned changes to the Red Rocks concert on Tuesday. We are told that ticket holders will be notified if there are any delays or cancellations. Plus, there will be information about weather impacts at 'It's an interesting forecast,' Michels said. 'I'll say that with the temperatures that we're going to get above seven, 7,500 feet, they can get more snow there.' CDOT tells FOX31 its teams will be ready across the state for Tuesday's weather. With one to two feet totals likely over Berthoud, Loveland, eastern Kenosha, Wilkerson, Wolf Creek, and La Veta Passes, CDOT Communications Director Matt Inzeo says, Tuesday and Wednesday look especially difficult for travel. These areas will see the most rain during Tuesday's storm 'While this isn't a timeframe that sends people from the Front Range up to ski, travel from or through the high country will see delays and hazardous conditions,' Inzeo said. 'Our teams will be in snow shift throughout this storm in all of the affected areas, with particular focus on all of those high mountain passes.' While Denver won't see snow, it could get a good amount of rain — almost an inch, which Michels says would be equivalent to almost 10 inches of snow if it were cold enough in the city. 'We can see puddling, creeks and streams can overflow,' Michaels said. 'We're talking about those little spots on the street that tend to always puddle up with the water. That's going to be an issue for Tuesday.' FOX31 reached out to the Rockies ahead of Tuesday's scheduled game. If we receive any information about delays or cancellations, we will share updates here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
These areas will see the most rain during Tuesday's storm
DENVER (KDVR) — A storm is bringing heavy rain and snow to parts of Colorado during the first week of May. A Pinpoint Weather Alert Day has been issued for Tuesday for heavy rain along the Front Range and snow in the foothills and mountains starting as early as mid-morning and lasting into the night. Denver weather: Timing, totals, impacts of incoming days of heavy May rain While Denver won't see snow, it could get a good amount of rain — almost an inch, which would be equivalent to almost 10 inches of snow if it were cold enough in the city. Here's which areas will see the most rain from Tuesday morning through Wednesday night: Estes Park: 2 inches Georgetown: 2 inches Conifer: 2 inches Castle Rock: 1.6 inches Boulder: 1.4 inches Monument Hill: 1.4 inches Parker: 1.3 inches Denver: 0.9 inches Fort Collins: 0.9 inches Limon: 0.9 inches Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Travis Michels said Denver's average rainfall in May is 2.16 inches. If it rains nearly an inch in Denver, that would be about half of May's total in a day, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Michels said that from the beginning of the year through Sunday, Denver was short 0.93 inches of rain, so an inch would put Denver back to where it should be for the year. What is severe weather season in Colorado? On average, 1 inch of rain amounts to 10 to 12 inches of snow. While there will be a lot of rain in the area, it's nothing out of the ordinary during the severe weather season. Michels said it's a decent amount of rain for a day, but the rainfall record for May 6 is 3.27 inches. Many areas across Colorado will receive rain, but there's also snow in the forecast. Dillon could see as much as half a foot of snow, with flakes falling across western Colorado. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
