It's hard to think about spring, but, believe me, it's just around the corner. You may have ambitious plans to build that long-awaited DIY room addition this year. Good for you. Many a homeowner just ...

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Mike Wolanin | The Republic Concrete truck operators wash the chutes of their trucks after pouring concrete for base of the field house at NexusPark in Columbus, Ind., Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022.

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