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Wood Fiber Costs Fell in the US South and the US Northwest in the 1Q/09 as Pulpmills Were Taking Extensive Downtime, Reports WRI
Wood fiber costs have diminished in all regions of the US this year as the decline in fiber demand by the pulp industry has been greater than the reduction of residual chips supply from the sawmilling sector. The past six months, pulpwood costs have fallen about 10% in the US South and 20% in the US Northwest, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. - April 15, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
Sarasota Landscape Lighting Company Owners to Help Sponsor Meals on Wheels Fundraising Event
On April 18,2009, NiteLites Outdoor Lighting of Sarasota will help sponsor of the upcoming Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee 16th Annual Tropical Nights Event - the major fundraising event for Meals on Wheel Plus of Manatee. - April 15, 2009 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting
Air Conditioning Austin Rebates
Air Conditioning in Austin has several rebates that are offered to home owners. - April 15, 2009 - Texas Air Conditioning Specialist
Lighthouse Launches HELIOS LED Informative System for Digital Out-of-Home Communication
Continuing to expand its lineup of innovative LED display products, Lighthouse Technologies Ltd., a leading LED technology provider announced today the launch of HELIOS (High Efficiency LED Informative Operations System), a powerful DOOH (Digital Out-Of-Home) system that delivers and manages your... - April 15, 2009 - Lighthouse Technologies Limited
Linda Kulka Named to the 2009 Book of Leaders
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that Linda Kulka, director of interiors, was named a Mover and Shaker by Business Leader magazine’s 2009 Book... - April 15, 2009 - BJAC
Montevina Commences Sales in Phase 1 of Complex
The first building sale was completed at Montevina in Pleasanton. Darim Vision Corporation purchased 3110 Constitution Drive. Montevina is a 250,000 square foot master-planned class A office and R&D complex developed to provide small business owners the opportunity to purchase free-standing, “small-format” buildings within a professional business park. Phase I of the project was completed in December of 2008 and consists of 16 separate free-standing buildings. - April 15, 2009 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Ijams Nature Visitor Center Shines with Eco Floors by Perfect Polish
Use of Polished Concrete Flooring Aligns with Ijams Environmental Mission - April 15, 2009 - Concrete Polishing Technologies
Pro-Staff Announces Lawn & Shrub Care Tips for After the Cold Weather
While central florida experienced damaging frost in the first quarter of the year, the warm weather and some extra TLC should speed up reversing the damage to your lawn and shrubs. - April 15, 2009 - Pro-Staff Termite and Pest Control
IDX Broker Software Simplifies the Online Property Search for Realtor Barbra Pollack’s Clients
Easy-to-use IDX tools speed up the real estate search, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time. - April 15, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Ag-Power Selects Bob Moore Construction for New 60,000 SF Sales and Service Center in McKinney
Ag-Power, a leading Texas retailer of John Deere equipment, has selected Bob Moore Construction as the General Contractor for their new sales and service center in McKinney. Ag-Power is a Gold Star certified John Deere dealer with locations in McKinney, Terrell, Mineola, Paris, Sulphur Springs, Mt. Pleasant and Sherman, Texas. The new 60,000 SF brick building is being constructed on North Central Expressway in McKinney and will provide a new home for Ag-Power's current McKinney dealership. - April 15, 2009 - Bob Moore Construction
GTI Spindle Technology, Inc. Scheduled to Attend Eastec 2009 Exposition
Company to demonstrate new wireless vibration monitoring system at Eastec Exhibition on May 19-21, in West Springfield, MA. - April 15, 2009 - GTI Spindle
Costa Rica: 2009’s Leading Market for Real Estate Investment and Sustainable Development
Investments in Sarasota expands real estate operations in Costa Rica. - April 15, 2009 - Investments in Sarasota
Bobby’s Best Launches 2009 Best Grill Reviews
Just in time for grilling season, Bobby’s Best announces its new and improved Best Gas & Charcoal Grill Reviews section for 2009. Back for a fourth year with a new look, the grills section at Bobby’s Best is packed with informative reviews and tips on more than 20 gas, charcoal and... - April 14, 2009 - Bobby's Best
Trust for Architectural Easements and Island Press Promote Sustainability and Historic Preservation in Boston April 23, 2009 at the Boston Public Library
In the next twenty years, the number of urban dwellers worldwide will swell to an estimated five-billion people. Redeveloping our existing built resources to accommodate this growth will determine the future of our cities and regions, the natural environment, and the health and human welfare of all of the earth’s inhabitants. As we face the challenges of climate change and diminishing fossil fuel resources, how will urban areas accommodate a growing population while minimizing resource use? - April 14, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Diamond Blade Dealer Provides Better Online Customer Experience
New DiamondBladeDealer.com website redesign offers same low prices with enhanced features. - April 14, 2009 - Diamond Blade Dealer
Smyrna Builder Offers 0% for 12 Months
0% Interest for 12 Months Incentive from Smyrna Builder. The Madison at Village Green is offering condo financing at 0% interest for 12 months with just 3.5% down payment for the next 30 days. - April 13, 2009 - Capital City Venture Homes, LLC.
NH Green Builder Steven Reddy of Zetland Homes LLC Featured Speaker at 2nd Annual Greenerborough
Green building expert to speak on: Decoding Green Building, Energy Efficiency and Beyond at the Greenerborough Green Living Expo & Festival on Saturday April 18. - April 12, 2009 - Zetland Homes LLC
Find Your Way to Lennar’s Emmens Preserve and Brighton Woods on April 18th and Get a Free GPS System
The Coastal Carolina division of Lennar is giving a free TomTom® 125 GPS to the first 27 households who register and tour their model homes at select communities on Saturday, April 18, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. “Now is the perfect time to buy a new home,” said Shannon Williams,... - April 12, 2009 - Lennar
A Backyard Garden Without All the Work – Backyard-Veggies.com
Murphy Consulting, Inc. (MURCON) recently developed a one page website for Color Burst in Grayson, GA to promote a single new product: offering to plant and maintain small vegetable gardens for people who want a vegetable garden but don't have the time or expertise to do it right. - April 12, 2009 - Murphy Consulting, Inc.
IDX Broker’s Intricate Format and Unique Customization Sets Realtor Kathleen Wingate’s Website Above Her Competition
Custom IDX software saves real estate professionals and their clients time by providing simple and easy to use search tools. - April 12, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Announces Wake County Public Education Event
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the Association will host a lunch and informational session featuring Chuck Delaney, assistant superintendent for growth and planning, from Wake County Public Schools on Thursday,... - April 12, 2009 - RRAR
Keller Williams Realty-Mountain Brook Meets with Investors in Beijing
Local REALTORS invited by The People’s Republic of China to attend Real Estate. - April 12, 2009 - Keller Williams Realty- Mtn Brook
Cutting Edge, Responsible Lighting Has a New Place to Stay in Chicago
Lightswitch Architectural Brings Light to a New City Hotel. - April 11, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
Donated Architectural Renderings from James Colucci Enterprises LLC Help Spur Construction Project for Vets
It’s hard to imagine that an architectural rendering could change an injured service member’s life forever, but in the case of Sgt. Mark Ecker and Sgt. Michael Downing, donated renderings from James Colucci Enterprises are a step in the right direction. - April 11, 2009 - James Colucci Enterprises
Soy Seal® for Gaps & Cracks Now Available Nationwide at Homedepot.com
Soy Seal® for Gaps & Cracks, the first consumer product from the makers of BioBased Insulation®, is now available at homedepot.com. The six-pack of 16-oz. cans retails for $29.98. BioBased Insulation®, the industry leader in bio-based spray polyurethane foam insulation for... - April 11, 2009 - BioBased Insulation
Fred Gillick Uses Customizable IDX Tools to Enhance the Search Function of His Real Estate Website
IDX Broker software creates an easy and efficient way for home seekers to search for properties online, saving them both time and hassle. - April 11, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Museum Director Speaks at Mercyhurst, Pitt: Putting Green Ideas Into Action
Erie Art Museum Director John Vanco, joined by architect Anne Chen of Pittsburgh’s Edge Studio, will speak in conjunction with Earth Week activities sponsored by Mercyhurst College and the University of Pittsburgh. Both presentations will discuss the green-building aspects of the Erie Art... - April 11, 2009 - Erie Art Museum
Underwood Solar Future LLC Selects Blue Archer to Manage Web Marketing
Pittsburgh-based companies team up to promote “green” entrepreneurship. - April 11, 2009 - Blue Archer
Find Your Way to the Lennar Virginia GPS Event on April 18th
The Virginia division of Lennar is giving a free TomTom® 125 GPS to the first 55 households who register. - April 11, 2009 - Lennar
Highland Homes Hosts Annual Sales Award Banquet
Highland Homes hosted their annual Sales Award Banquet on Thursday, March 4th and the Lakeland Yacht Club. Among the night’s festivities, several sales managers were recognized for their hard work, dedication, and ability to rise above the negative reports in today’s media regarding the... - April 11, 2009 - Highland Homes
American Tree Service Supply Introduces a Newly Designed Chainsaw System That Takes Safety to New Heights
Users remain firmly and safely on the ground while operating a chainsaw from 6’ up to 30’ overhead in 6' increments. - April 11, 2009 - American Tree Service Supply
Jobtrio.com Partners with Internet Marketing Inc. to Provide Greater Exposure to Contractors
The construction contractor directory website Jobtrio.com has retained the search engine optimization firm Internet Marketing Inc. to help increase the exposure offered to California contractors. Search engine optimization (SEO) is a process through which the quality and volume of organic, or... - April 10, 2009 - jobtrio.com LLC
Mariners Buildcon India Ltd Coming Up with Its New Venture in Sec 67, Gurgaon "Neptune’s Haven"
Mariners Buildcon India Ltd (MBIL), a Real Estate Co catering to the housing needs of the Indian Mariners, NRIs & other high-end professionals has announced its next exclusive residential project Neptune's Haven at Sec 67, Gurgaon. - April 10, 2009 - Mariners Buildcon India Ltd
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Names REALTOR® of the Year
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the Association has named Eddie Speas, executive vice president and general manager of Coldwell Banker Advantage, as the 2008 REALTOR® of the Year. Speas has more than 15 years... - April 10, 2009 - RRAR
Appia Introduces Managed IT and Telecom Services for Property Managers
Already installed voice, video and data services add value and attract tenants. - April 10, 2009 - Appia Communications
Champions School of Real Estate Announces the Relocation of Their Online Department and Online Operations to the New Austin Campus
As a leading provider of online-correspondence real estate education, Champions School of Real Estate has moved it’s online department’s operations from Houston, Texas to their new Austin Campus located at 3203 South I-H 35 in Round Rock, Texas. With today's increasingly savvy real... - April 10, 2009 - Champions School of Real Estate
Champions School of Real Estate is Now Offering the Certified Home Marketing Specialist (CHMS) Designation
Champions School of Real Estate, a leader in Texas real estate pre-licensing and continuing education, is now offering the Certified Home Marketing Specialist (CHMS) Designation. Champions School of Real Estate, a leader in Texas real estate pre-licensing and continuing education, is now offering... - April 10, 2009 - Champions School of Real Estate
Custom IDX Broker Gives Realtor David Jewell’s Website an Advantage Over the Competition
A unique integration and customized IDX tools, simplify and organize the online real estate search for professionals and their clients. - April 10, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Process Dealer Services Group Named First Lutron Homeworks Authorized Programmer
Process Dealer Services Group announces today that it is the first Company to be designated as a Homeworks Authorized Programmer (HAP) by Lutron Electronics. Process DSG has been supporting their worldwide client base of Digital Home Technology Integrators, Electrical Contractors, and Architects... - April 10, 2009 - Process DSG
RE/MAX REALTOR® Earns Prestigious CDPE© Designation to Help Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure
Robert Thorsen, REALTOR® of RE/MAX Action Realty- Horsham, has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE©) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when area homeowners... - April 10, 2009 - Thorsen Group, Inc.
Italian Earthquake – Would an Early Warning Have Helped?
Academic-led, government-run earthquake early warning systems are still not ready for prime time. But QuakeGuard, from California's Seismic Warning Systems has been successfully protecting schools and fire stations in California for ten years. - April 09, 2009 - Seismic Warning Systems
Lead Sheet - Time to Dispel the Myths
From time to time lead sheet has been subject to public concern regarding its suitability as a roofing material. To address this concern head on, the European Lead Sheet Industry Association (ELSIA) has released a technical brochure that summarises the conclusions of independent research carried... - April 09, 2009 - European Lead Sheet Industry Association
German Property for New Wave of Buy-to-Let Investors
For the wave of people currently looking once again at buy-to-let, because of dwindling returns from other investments, Germany is currently one of the best places to look for opportunities, according to overseas property portal Property Abroad. - April 09, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Property Abroad.com Reveals Ideal Lifestyle Property in France
As the worsening financial situation accelerates the mass exodus of people leaving Britain to go and live abroad, overseas property portal Property Abroad have revealed their addition of one of the best lifestyle properties "they have ever seen." - April 09, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
England Property: Assess Its Value to You
As things start to look a little brighter in the UK, with some saying that the mortgage market is bottoming out following the third straight monthly increase in mortgage lending in February, property portal Property Abroad have revealed that one of their properties is currently available at a reduced price for a quick sale. - April 09, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Messer Construction Co. Named One of Nation’s Safest Construction Companies
Messer Construction Co. has been named one of the nation’s top companies in construction safety by the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America, receiving first place in the AGC’s national 2009 Construction Safety Excellence Awards. - April 09, 2009 - Messer Construction Co.
Triangle CREW Hosts 11th Annual Champion Awards
Conni Tucker, president of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (Triangle CREW) (www.tcrew.org), an organization which provides a forum for fostering relationships among women commercial real estate professionals in the Triangle market, has announced that the organization will hold its 11th annual... - April 09, 2009 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
Dan Fields Named to the 2009 Book of Leaders
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that Dan Fields, principal at BJAC, was named a Charlotte Impact Entrepreneur by Business Leader magazine’s... - April 09, 2009 - BJAC
Egypt Property to Benefit from Growing Tourism
There is the potential for a massive surge in tourism to Egypt later this year, it has been claimed. The low cost of living in the country, and thus cheap holidays will become increasingly attractive as the economic crisis deepens. This attractiveness will receive a further boost if Sterling strengthens as is expected later this year, according to Les Calvert director of overseas property portal Property Abroad, he said: - April 09, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Dominican Republic Property a Good Investment
The Dominican Republic continues to be among the most favourable countries in the world to make an overseas property investment, says Les Calvert, director of overseas property portal Property Abroad. - April 09, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD