"Making a quick 811 request before digging is a simple step that can prevent dangerous and costly mistakes," added Bill Kiger. "By spreading awareness and encouraging responsible digging practices, we ...

Spring digging season is here, and it's a busy one. April is National Safe Digging Month, and Southwest Gas is reminding everyone to contact 811 before breaking ground this season – and a new national ...

Every year during spring and summer months, many California homeowners and residents turn their attention to yard improvement projects that involve digging. Whether it's repairing or replacing a fence ...

Tennessee 8-1-1 says the big problem is people thinking their project is too small or too shallow to be a risk. The survey estimates more than 10 million homeowners nationwide may dig without ...

If you’re planning to install a new garden bed next spring, fall is a good time to do the digging to prepare for it. Before you plant a new area, you should improve its soil by digging down about 6 to ...

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — As spring fever hits and Arkansans eagerly plan their outdoor projects, Entergy Arkansas is reminding everyone to prioritize safety by contacting Arkansas 811 before digging. Adam ...

New Michigan data underscores the importance of safe excavation and the risks of digging without a dig ticket. LANSING, Mich., March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As spring landscaping and construction ...

There's a natural tendency to want to snuggle up in the warm during winter. Yet despite it still being cold and damp, or frosty and frozen in many parts at this time of year, spring beckons and garden ...

During National Safe Digging Month in April, and throughout the year, homeowners and professionals must contact 811 ...