8,000 students explore trades at CareerEXPO

The 2026 Construction Ready CareerEXPO and SkillsUSA State Championships are underway at the Georgia World Congress Center, Feb. 19-20. More than 8,000 Georgia students are gaining hands-on experience with heavy equipment and skilled trades to address a critical workforce shortage. We have the details on the 300+ companies participating, the "World of Painting" debut, and the upcoming live project build with DIY expert Chip Wade.