State awards $2.5M in redevelopment grants
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development said Wednesday it will award eight redevelopment projects a total of $2.5 million. bizjournals.com |
In spring garden, weeds and faded blooms need attention
With spring upon us, many plants have seized the opportunity to begin growing -- including many weeds. Flower blossoms opened quickly this year. The earliest to open are already in need of triage, and planting beds are begging to be cleaned up and weeded. feeds.washingtonpost.com |
Painting 101: Start with the right tools and products
DEAR TIM: I'm embarrassed to say that I've never painted walls or woodwork. My dad always did it, and I had no interest in helping. I now need to know how to paint, as I just bought my first home. I tried painting the walls in my living room and made a huge mess. The paint looked good going on, b... Tools - Business - Shopping - Tools and Equipment - Construction and Maintenance feeds.washingtonpost.com |
Brick facades are sturdy, but keeping them that way requires care
As old as dirt, the sturdy brick is. Long before fairy tales with pigs and wolves came along, ancient peoples knew the strength, fire resistance and durability of the humble clay brick. Modern people know that it adds value and the aura of prestige to a home. Business - Construction and Maintenance - Materials and Supplies - Masonry Units - Masonry and Stone feeds.washingtonpost.com |
Fewer foreclosures now bad for business
Troubled homeowners have cheered the news that some banks are slowing the foreclosure process to review documents. Then there are places like Lee County, Fla., where not everyone is applauding. pheedo.msnbc.msn.com |