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Smart home renovations on a budget: Tips and tricks from Soo Mill
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Smart home renovations on a budget: Tips and tricks from Soo Mill

Don’t let spring renos blow your budget: Soo Mill experts will help avoid DIY surprises

With a spring just around the corner, many homeowners are turning their attention toward renovations.

But with a rise in the price of supplies, and an unsteady real estate market, the approach for many shoppers has changed.

Ralph Weise, Manager of Retail Sales at Soo Mill, says anyone looking to plan for a project – big or small – should take a few minutes to plan ahead before embarking on a renovation.

“I think when people start renovations, they might have a vague number in

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Delicious Sock it to Me Cake Recipe
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Delicious Sock it to Me Cake Recipe

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Have you ever tried a sock it to me cake? This recipe, loaded with butter, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg, is the perfect treat to make for the holidays.

A moist and delicious dessert, it has also been known as a great dish to serve with coffee or tea. I love this recipe and know you will love making it for your family!

If you love the cinnamon flavor in this cake, then you will fall in love with these fried cinnamon

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Penn State football facilities to potentially undergo million in renovations | Penn State Football News
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Penn State football facilities to potentially undergo $92 million in renovations | Penn State Football News

Penn State football could be moving forward with more than $90 million in facility renovations if they’re approved at the May 5 Board of Trustees meeting.

The plan includes a $70 million renovation on the first phase of renovations for Beaver Stadium, as well as a $22 million “Phase 2” renovation on the Lasch Building, which was recently overhauled to include a state-of-the-art weight room among other amenities.

The plan to renovate Beaver Stadium first surfaced in a statement by Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi back on Feb. 17.

“After extensive research and consultation, renovation for Beaver Stadium is the

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Renovation begins on Austin fire, EMS station on East Riverside
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Renovation begins on Austin fire, EMS station on East Riverside

Renovation begins on Austin fire, EMS station on East Riverside

Austin Fire Department

Austin city officials on Wednesday broke ground on the reconstruction of a joint fire and EMS station on East Riverside Drive.

The station, at 5309 E. Riverside Drive, is one of several that have been prioritized for renovations as part of the city’s goal to meet quick response times.

The goal: First responders should arrive within eight minutes of a call being received 90% of the time. That is consistent with the national standards set by the Commission of Fire Accreditation International and the National Fire Protection Association, the city said.

As Austin expands, more pressure has

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Upgrades at the Muskegon Boys & Girls Club well-underway
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Upgrades at the Muskegon Boys & Girls Club well-underway

Following the multi-million-dollar upgrade, the facility will include a STEM lab, game room, lounges and more.

MUSKEGON, Mich. — 13 ON YOUR SIDE was granted an exclusive sneak-peak inside the ongoing work at the Boys & Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore.

The group impacts the lives of hundreds of children on a daily basis, but, now upward of 50 years old, its West Western Avenue headquarters is no longer effectively serving the growing organization’s needs.

The multi-million dollar renovation announced in 2022 promises to transform the aging building into a purpose-built space, complete with modern technology and infrastructure to

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How to Make a Pleated Lamp Shade
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How to Make a Pleated Lamp Shade

There’s no shortage of lamp shades at the thrift store and they’re usually super affordable, which makes them the perfect DIY project! I’ve been swooning over a pleated lamp shade for a while but they can cost quite a bit! I’m going to show you how to make your own for a fraction of the price.

How to Make a Pleated Lamp Shade

I found this little lamp base at the thrift store for $10 and couldn’t pass it up. It didn’t come with a shade so I purchased this tapered lamp shade online. For some reason when I bought it, it was only $25 and now

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DIY Heart-Shaped Gift Box from Upcycled Plastic Bottle
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DIY Heart-Shaped Gift Box from Upcycled Plastic Bottle

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Looking for a fun and easy DIY project? This plastic bottle heart-shaped gift box is perfect for anyone who loves crafts. It’s simple to make and looks beautiful when finished. You can use it as a storage box or decoration, depending on your needs. This project is perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any other special occasion. With just a few materials and a little bit of time, you can create something amazing that will be treasured for years to come.

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10 Kitchen Renovations That Will Hurt Your Home’s Value
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10 Kitchen Renovations That Will Hurt Your Home’s Value

10 Kitchen Renovations That Will Hurt Your Home’s Value

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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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