ENID, Okla. The Enid Public Schools district has experienced a massive amount of change since voters approved a $99 million bond issue for renovation and construction of new schools in February 2010.

Atlanta, Ga.-based Carter and Associates was contracted to assist with strategic master planning for the project and overseeing of the work.

Now, work is approaching the finish line.

Amber Fitzgerald, communications and human resources director for EPS, said projects still under way include renovation of Longfellow Middle School and tuck pointing on brick walls at some of the older schools.

Right now, really, its the final stretch at Longfellow, Fitzgerald said. Its about 95 percent finished with the classrooms there.

Work currently taking place on the education services, transportation and technology buildings are not funded by the bond issue. They are funded by maintenance funds.

For the past three years, EPS has issued a February progress report. This year, as the districtwide overhaul grinds down to its end, the report will be delayed.

We will be publishing a final bond program report in early April that will include a complete look at the bond program, Fitzgerald said.

Before the February 2010 bond election, a committee of local residents and community leaders had spent a year exploring the needs of Enid Public Schools and looking at possible solutions.

Other school districts now visit Enid. Two new elementary schools and University Center at Enid High School have drawn the attention of educators statewide.

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Gloucester County staff members who have been dealing with less than ideal working space for many years will finally move into new offices as soon as spring.

During its Feb. 4 meeting, the Gloucester Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to allocate $160,000 from the countys excess fund balance to prepare space in Building Two, formerly occupied by school administration staff, for departments currently working in Building Three.

Building Three was sold in 2012 for $293,600 and the county has been leasing that space for $2,391 per month, giving school administration the opportunity to relocate to the Thomas Calhoun Walker Education Center.

Assistant county administrator Garrey Curry said now is the time, with the space vacant, to perform some modest renovations. He said it is more cost effective to conduct the work now rather than several years down the road when the space is occupied and used on a daily basis.

Work on Building Two will include HVAC replacements estimated to cost $78,000; carpet replacement at approximately $35,000; painting estimated to cost $24,000 and then some other various expenses for furniture, moving and limited physical changes to the office space.

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NORFOLK, Neb. (KTIV/US92) -

A Siouxland School District is going forward with numerous major renovation projects, and school officials say they won't put any additional financial burden on their tax base.

The Norfolk Public School district is planning some type of renovation to almost all of their buildings over the next five years. Monday, the Norfolk School Board approved the use of qualified capital purpose undertaking funds for numerous projects that school officials said will be split up into two phases.

School officials said the first phase of projects will utilize the approximately $2 million in QCPUF bonds that the district has left in its budget. They said that money will go towards some HVAC upgrades at the high school, the Carson Theatre, Jefferson Elementary as well as some heat pump replacements at the middle school, and a number of roof projects in the district. The district will also look into demolishing the old Junior College building on Philip Avenue.

From there, the district has some more long-term goals. School officials said they'd like to take out additional QCPUF bonds and pursue a renovation project that would allow for the relocation of their alternative ed program.

Despite the number of projects and a projected total price well into the millions, school finance leaders said due to the recent refinance of the district's existing bonds, all of these renovation projects will be possible without the need for additional property tax money.

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Over the past handful of years I've been happy to drive a plethora of vehicles.

There's been one theme I've noticed though: I really tend to adore simple cars.

Give me manual cloth seats, a stripped out interior and switches and knobs to adjust the HVAC controls. The less fancy, the better. Bonus points if you can find a modern vehicle with "wind me down" windows.

I don't appear to be alone, either. A recent episode of Petrolicious followed Christopher Hoffman and his tale of his 1987 Honda Civic CRX Si, which is a highly desirable ride these days. And, for good reason.

Though it only produced 91 horsepower out of the box, it only weighs 1,900 pounds. And according to Hoffman he can count on one hand how many repairs he's had to have made.

That's because it's so damn simple not to mention this was when Honda was in its prime.

Take a look at Chris' story below and weigh in below are SIMPLE cars simply better?

At the young age of fourteen, Christopher Hoffman helped convince his mother to buy a '77 Honda Civic wagon. That was just a small, first step in what would become a life-long infatuation with Hondas.

They went on to take over their local Honda club (they wanted the club to include more driving events) and ten years later, Christopher bought his first new car ever, this 1987 Honda Civic CRX Si. He fell in love with the car on the drive home and vowed to keep it forever. And although he's owned the car for 27 years now, it's never broken down and Christopher can count on one hand how many repairs he's had to make (two of them are bulb replacements, it is a Honda after all).

Being a Honda, the CRX is also blessed with a very light, short shift that Christopher loves in addition to its sound and how freely the 1.5L four-cylinder revs. It may only have 91hp but in car that weighs about 1900 pounds, it's enough to leave Christopher smiling through the twisties.

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Capitol Theatre assistant manager Eva McKimm, board member Heather Haake, and executive director Stephanie Fisher are excited about the recent upgrades at the theatre, which include new flooring in the lobby and an exterior paint job.

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For the first time since its revitalization 25 years ago, Nelson's Capitol Theatre is getting some significant upgrades.

About 30,000 people pass through the 426-seat performance space each year to take in a rich program of live theatre, dance, comedy and concerts.

"With that much traffic, you expect some wear and tear on the building," explained executive director Stephanie Fischer.

When the City of Nelson decided spend around $100,000 to replace the theatre's HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system in 2012 which it's been doing in many city-owned building to reduce corporate green house gas emissions Fischer couldn't help but think what else the theatre could have done with that kind of budget.

So, she began reaching out to other funding bodies, to see if they would match the city's investment. A year later, the notices of funding approval are still rolling in.

Fischer didn't want to disclose the total dollar figure that the theatre received from funders, but suffice to say it surpassed the goal of matching what the city spent.

This past fall, the Capitol got a new exterior paint job and the outdoor poster box was replaced. During the Christmas holidays, flooring in the front lobby was replaced and new bathroom sinks were installed.

Within the year, the theatre also will replace its dance floor, stage curtains, lighting and technical equipment. Improvements will be made to the orchestra pit and the rear loading bay. And the front entrance door will be made more wheelchair accessible.

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Published: Fri, January 24, 2014 @ 12:05 a.m.

By Denise Dick

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COLUMBUS

Youngstown State University would receive nearly $11 million for maintenance and upgrade projects in the state budget if recommendations by the Ohio Higher Eduction Funding Commission are approved by state legislators.

Its an increase from the $9.4 million YSU received in the capital budget two years ago. The Ohio Education Funding Commission released its recommendations Thursday. Gov. John Kasich asked the states higher-education leaders to collaboratively agree on a list of capital projects. This marks the second round of that process.

No one got absolutely everything they asked for, and thats not necessarily all that unusual , said Ron Cole, a YSU spokesman. Were pleased, and were satisfied with what is being included in the proposal, and were thankful to the governor for including the projects that are in the proposal.

Ohio State University got the most of all of the states colleges and universities with more than $79 million.

Renovations to Bliss Hall and concrete replacement were on the initial list of YSUs requests and were not recommended for funding.

The commission recommended that investment be focused on maintenance and repair, reducing operating expenses, modernizing classrooms, enhancing technology, expansion and completion.

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Three Midland foundations have given $3,666,000 to the City of Midland for projects including fire stations renovations, a streetscape revamp, new fire alarm systems at the senior housing complexes and a new roof on the Law Enforcement Center.

The money includes $3,016,000 from the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation, $500,000 from the Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation and $150,000 from the Charles J. Strosacker Foundation.

Dave Keenan, assistant city manager, said in response to economic challenges in recent years, the city has focused on service delivery and stabilizing its fund balance. This has left the city unable to dedicate money to some projects that now need attention. Keenan said the foundations provided very generous donations to fund these needs.

The projects include:

Public safety facility improvements: Updates to the citys three fire stations, each with various needs ranging from roof replacements and HVAC updates to remodeling outdated living quarters and locker rooms. The Law Enforcement Center needs a new roof and HVAC updates, as well as updates to the Emergency Operations Center. Foundation grants: $1,361,000.

Downtown Midland: Relocation and burying of electrical transmissions lines on Ashman Street, and improving the street and streetscape conditions on Ellsworth Street. Foundation grants: $1.25 million.

Senior housing: Upgrades to fire and panic alarm systems at Washington Woods and Riverside Place. Foundation grants: $475,000.

Municipal Service Center: Repaving and repairing the parking lots and driveways. Foundation grants: $530,000.

City Forest: Toboggan run renovation. Foundation grants: $50,000.

The Midland City Council has amended the city budget to reflect the donations and the upcoming spending related to the project. City Manager Jon Lynch said most of the work will be completed this calendar year, but some if it is significant work that may carry over into 2015.

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The Medina school board met in a closed-door executive session Friday and Saturday to interview 10 candidates vying for two seats left vacant on the five-member board by the resignations of Karla Robinson and Susan Vlcek.

Board President Tom Cahalan and board members Doug Adamczyk and Robert Skidmore interviewed the candidates but no decision was reached. The will resume discussions Sunday.

Were looking for involved members of our community who are supportive of our schools and who have the experience to add value to the board, Cahalan said.

Four of the applicants for the two open seats were interviewed on Friday: Dennis Churgovich, David Edmonds, Ronald Ross and Todd Gerber.

Saturday the board interviewed the remaining candidates, Christopher OConnell, Doug Eastwood, William Green, Terry Bernath, Shelby Kacludis and Tracy Givelekian.

Cahalan said a teacher, a student and a community member also were involved in the interviews.

They cant vote but they were there to listen, ask questions and give feedback, Cahalan said.

State law requires the board to appoint the two replacements before Jan. 30. Cahalan said the board hopes to install the new members at the boards Jan. 27 regular meeting.

Cahalan said the appointments are especially important this year, following a year of turmoil in 2013 surrounding allegations of fiscal mismanagement involving Superintendent Randy Stepps new contract.

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