Gail Bergeron, whose husband Police Sgt. Joe Bergeron was killed in the line of duty, wanted to thank all of those who aided her and her children in their time of need. If Gail was to write thank you notes, she would’ve been writing for days. She would need well over 8,000 and knew she could never get all of them complete. So, Gail turned to the help of outdoor advertising. (more…)
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BILLBOARD HELPS FAMILY THANK THOUSANDS
Monday, August 30th, 2010BILLBOARDS ADVERTISE EMERGENCY ROOM WAIT TIMES
Monday, August 30th, 2010Imagine you are driving your child to the emergency room because they need stitches or an x-ray. Depending on the town you are in, you may be able to look at a billboard and see how long you will be sitting in the waiting room once you arrive.
Clear Channel Wants Florida Trees Removed
Friday, July 30th, 2010Clear Channel Outdoor has filed a complaint with the Florida Department of Transportation. At issue is the removal of approximately 18 trees. The trees were planted by some boat retailers who thought they were improving the aesthetics of that stretch of State Road 84. The trees, as they matured, ended up blocking two of Clear Channel’s signs. (more…)
Don’t Miss The Billboard Boot Camp In St. Louis On August 7th And 8th
Friday, July 9th, 2010If you are serious about getting into the billboard business, then you need to make plans to attend the Billboard Boot Camp in St. Louis on August 7th and 8th.
This event is only held twice per year, and we only allow 10 people in the program, to maximize one-on-one coaching. (more…)
Albuquerque Considers Ban On Digital Signs
Thursday, July 1st, 2010City Councilman Isaac Benton has proposed an ordinance placing a moratorium on digital signs in Albuquerque, New Mexico, pending a study to see if they are distracting and create a danger to drivers. (more…)
Billboard Boot Camp Set For August 7th And 8th
Monday, June 28th, 2010The Billboard Boot Camp, America’s only event of its type, is scheduled for August 7th and 8th in St. Louis, Missouri. If you are serious about wanting to be in the billboard business, this Boot Camp should be #1 on your to-do list.
Taught by Frank Rolfe, who built from scratch the largest privately owned billboard company in Dallas/Ft. Worth (more…)
Hearing On Billboard Delayed Until July 1.
Monday, June 28th, 2010La Crosse County Circuit Court Judge Elliot Levine has continued until July 1 the hearing on a temporary restraining order request by Collins Outdoor to block the City of La Crosse, Wisconsin from removing their billboard.
Collins Outdoor Advertising filed the injunction following the receipt of a $250,000 (more…)
Surprise Vote Kills Rapid City Ordinance
Monday, June 21st, 2010A surprise vote from the city council has killed a proposed ordinance that would have required the removal of two billboards for every new billboard converted to digital LED technology in Rapid City, South Dakota. (more…)
Rapid City Has Lifted The Ban On New Billboards -But With A Catch
Friday, June 11th, 2010Rapid City, South Dakota has lifted its moratorium on new billboard and LED construction, but with a catch -you have to tear down two billboards to build one new one.
The new ordinance finally allows outdoor companies, particularly Lamar, to move forward with additional LED signs in the city. (more…)
