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Projects

Inspiration and detailed plans for home improvement, woodworking, and other creative projects.

Interior of an Ace Hardware store displaying a wide range of products including tools, pet food, and small kitchen appliances.
Projects

Ace Hardware Stocks Surprising Products You Didn't Know They Sell

An online search for 'gourmet dog food' in 2026 surprisingly returned Ace Hardware among top retailers.

Scott Ramirez· Jun 21· 3 min read
A global shipping network with visible cracks in its foundation, symbolizing a major supply chain vulnerability and potential disruption.

Splinter Report June 19 Details Unseen Cracks in Global Foundations

Scott Ramirez · Jun 20
Split image showing a lively World Cup stadium contrasted with a serious Department of Homeland Security building and financial ledger.

Turner's World Cup stadiums vs. AECOM's DHS contract

Scott Ramirez · Jun 13
Northeast Iowa Community College carpentry and electrician students proudly stand in front of a newly completed 2,000-square-foot single-family home in Calmar.

NICC carpentry and electrician students finish Calmar project home

Scott Ramirez · May 13
A high-precision 10-inch sliding compound miter saw making an accurate cut on hardwood in a well-lit workshop.

Find Your Ideal 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw

Scott Ramirez · Apr 13
A powerful circular saw cutting through wood with precision, showcasing woodworking craftsmanship and tool performance.

Find the best circular saws for woodworking precision and power

While the Skil SPT77WML-01 boasts a formidable 2.

Rick Donovan· Apr 12· 4 min
College students in hard hats and safety vests working together on the construction site of a new, modern affordable home in Lancaster, demonstrating teamwork and practical skills.

Lancaster Students Build Affordable Homes to Address Housing Shortage

Students at Thaddeus Stevens College are constructing affordable homes in Lancaster, tackling the local housing shortage and gaining valuable hands-on experience in skilled trades. This project offers a practical solution to a significant community need.

Scott Ramirez· Apr 9· 3 min