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Rep. Barbara Lee’s political future left unsaid at Oakland BART ribbon cutting

Renovations at the 19th Street BART station in Oakland are complete, and while the Uptown unveiling made for a nice photo opportunity for transit leaders and local politicians, the representative most likely to face questions about her future wasn’t eager to provide answers just yet.

At a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday, BART officially unveiled the improved station, now boasting brighter lighting, remodeled restrooms, new railings and installations by local artists. Nearly a dozen officials were at the event, including newly elected Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, State Sen. Nancy Skinner and US Rep. Barbara Lee of Oakland.

“I’m always so proud to

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19/07/2025

CHA building without heat to get 0 million renovation

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CHA building without heat to get $100 million renovation

Good afternoon, Chicago.

For seniors living in the Albany Terrace Apartments in Chicago’s South Lawndale neighborhood, the past week inside their building has been cold. A pipe burst and flooded the building’s auditorium and hallways, residents said, and the heat went out.

The Chicago Housing Authority says a $100 million renovation is scheduled for the 50-year-old building in January. But some are disappointed it had to get bad before it got better.

Here’s what else is happening today. And remember, for the latest breaking news in Chicago, visit chicagotribune.com/breaking and sign up to get our alerts on all your devices.

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28/06/2025

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10 Kitchen Renovations That Will Hurt Your Home’s Value

The kitchen is often the first room people choose to renovate since it’s the center for food preparation and a social hub for entertaining. It’s easy to think in short terms when you are doing a renovation and focus only on your current needs, rather than thinking about how your upgrade will affect your home values.

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According to Thomas Vibe, a co-founder and managing partner at Stone Wizards, a kitchen renovation should never

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14/06/2025

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Value will increase for Sal Maglie renovation work | Native Information

It’ll price extra to renovate Sal Maglie Stadium than initially anticipated.

To the tune of $37,707, in response to the newest estimates.

Niagara Falls lawmakers not too long ago permitted a change order in that quantity that elevated the unique contract for the work with Buffalo-based Louis Del Prince & Sons from $1.45 million to $1.487 million.

The decision licensed by council members famous that the elevated price needed to do with “exploratory excavations” and the “discovery of underground options at first of the challenge. In line with the decision, the contractor needed to carry out further duties and and

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30/05/2025

Renovation

HOME IMPROVEMENT: Do You Really Need It? This Will Help You Decide!

mindy lavender and dog in front of house entrance

Designer, Mindy Lavender

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Most of the time, when the crew makes a discovery throughout the demolition, the information is not good. Defective wiring, asbestos, and dry rot are only a few less-than-ideal surprises. Nevertheless, the rehabilitation of this Nineteen Thirties Georgian in Lengthy Seaside, California, unearthed a cheerful shock: A Prohibition-style room tucked behind a pivoting bookcase.

“The speakeasy dates again to Prohibition occasions,” designer Mindy Laven says. “There are even unique liquor labels from the Nineteen Thirties on the partitions, together with handwritten notes scribed from previous visitors.”

Everybody was on board preserving the surprising discover,

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10/05/2025

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‘Renovation Island’ Fans, Prepare Yourself for This 2023 News

sarah and bryan baeumler on battle on the beach — Is ‘Renovation Island’ Coming Back in 2023? Courtesy of HGTV

It has been a year since we last saw HGTV stars Sarah and Bryan Bauemler on their show Renovation Island (known as Island of Bryan in Canada). And while we appreciate catching up with the couple on Rock the Block and Battle on the Beach, there’s nothing quite like their Caerula Mar show. New episodes haven’t aired since last summer, and fans are eager to see what’s going on with Sarah, Bryan, and their four kids.

So, will Renovation Island return in 2023? A representative from HGTV told Country Living

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02/07/2023

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Doug Adams Stadium underwent major demolition, renovation this morning

Demolition and renovation of Doug Adams Stadium is set to begin today morning.

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The Xenia Community Schools Board of Education approved an agreement to demolish parts of Doug Adams Stadium, namely the grandstands, and renovate multiple structural features to modernize and improve accessibility. The improvement project was approved Monday, December 12 at a regular meeting.

The improvement project was composed of multiple phases—the first of which areas addressed the highest concerns: stadium lighting, stands, and press boxes.

Phase I sought the following changes to each of the areas requiring

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15/05/2023

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DIY Paper Unicorn Basket – DIY & Crafts

This paper unicorn basket project will put a smile on your face! The enchanting basket is made of sturdy paper and is decorated with a whimsical unicorn design. It’s the perfect size for holding small items like jewelry, coins, keys, or other tricks. Use it for Easter, or just because it’s for the kids to play with, and see a touch of magic added to any room in your home. So go ahead and let your imagination run wild with this paper basket

unicorn basket on blue table with pink background

Paper Unicorn Basket

Who doesn’t love unicorns? They are so magical and of course, the mythical creature

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02/05/2023