The most common home additions are ground level additions, and second story additions. While planning for your home addition you'll want explore everything from floor plans, plumbing, and electrical wiring, along with the process of hiring a home addition contractor for the job. Below we have gathered some pictures of the most popular types of home additions, ground level, and second story home additions.

Ground level additions are the most common type of home addition. Some of the most popular additions are, home theaters, home gyms or workout areas, and game rooms or entertainment rooms.

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Second story home additions are usually bedroom and bathroom additions. Some of the other popular second story home additions are nurseries, home offices, and guest rooms.

Building an addition onto your existing home is a great investment. You'll want to make sure you are choosing the right contractor for your project and your budget. We offer Free Additions Price Quotes from local, reliable contractors.

Home Addition Overview Considering an addition? Adding an addition to your house can be an easy and inexpensive way to increase your living space and enhance your quality of life. Perhaps extending your kitchen, adding a bathroom or building a second story master suite bedroom is just the perfect answer to your living problems. You would be amazed at how much easier life can be with a little extra space added to your home.

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Tuesday, January 7, 2014 | 4:59 p.m. CST; updated 5:25 p.m. CST, Tuesday, January 7, 2014

*This story has been updated to include a second appointment.

JEFFERSON CITY Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon has appointed a former state economic development director and a former public school administrator to seats on the State Board of Education.

Nixon on Tuesday appointed Joe Driskill to a term expiring in July 2021. Driskill, a Democrat, led the Department of Economic Development from 1993 to 2003. He's also a former Missouri House member.

The governor also chose John Martin of Kansas City to replace Stan Archie, who resigned from the board in January 2013. Martin would serve until July 1.

Martin, a Democrat, was superintendent of the Grandview district from 1990 to 2006, deputy superintendent in St. Louis from 2006 to 2007, and interim superintendent in Kansas City in 2008. He also taught in University City.

The appointments require confirmation by the state Senate.

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San Diego, CA (PRWEB) January 07, 2014

Murray Lampert Design, Build, and Remodel, a San Diego contractor, launched a new and improved website on November 21, 2013.

The goal of the new site design is to accurately represent the companys services, present organized information, and improve user experience with user-friendly navigation.

Our old site didnt represent us well. It was cluttered and disjointed, commented Gregg Cantor, President and CEO of Murray Lampert Design, Build, and Remodel.

Our new site is efficient and easy to navigate, and clients can find everything they need to know about our architectural design, building, and remodeling servicesas well as get to know our company and process, Cantor added.

The simplified site design features pertinent information about each of the companys design, build, and remodeling services, including room additions, second stories, kitchen and bathroom remodels, 3D project modeling, architectural design, green building, outdoor spaces, and major home renovation.

Web visitors can learn about Murray Lampert Design, Build, and Remodels company history, find helpful tips and information in the blog, review client testimonials, see project galleries, learn about the team, and learn about frequently asked questions.

The company is pleased with the new website and hopes web visitors will be too. To see the new website or to learn more about Murray Lampert Design, Build, and Remodel, please visit http://www.murraylampert.com.

About Murray Lampert Design, Build, and Remodel

Murray Lampert Construction is a full-service San Diego remodeling contractor specializing in design-build packages, residential second story additions, single-story expansions, and kitchen, bath, and total home remodels throughout the San Diego area since 1975. As a BBB Torch Award winner, Remodeling Magazine Big50 winner, Kudzu Best of 2012 award winner, active member of Build it Green, and Lead-Safe Certified Firm, Murray Lampert Design, Build, and Remodel is committed to ethical business practices and enhancing the community. For more information, please visit http://www.murraylampert.com.

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(PRWEB UK) 7 January 2014

Luxury tour operator Sovereign is launching the second edition of its 2014 brochure this week, featuring several new hotels which will form part of its extensive collection of luxury holidays to Europe and beyond.

With over 240 properties in 19 destinations worldwide, the second edition brochure features a wide range of luxury holiday options for 2014 and early 2015, perfect for families and couples alike.

Located in Croatia, Cyprus, Turkey, Ibiza and Majorca, the new hotels are the perfect addition toSovereigns programme and offer customers even more choice when selecting their dream luxury holiday.

We are continuously looking to update our portfolio in order to maintain the highest quality in choice and service our customers rightly expect. We added four new hotels when the 2014 brochure launched last year and have added a further five properties with this second edition as we feel each has something special to offer our customers, commented Scott Langridge, General Manager of Sovereign. Following our recent wins as the Best Holiday Company to both Hellenic Europe and the Iberian Peninsula at the British Travel Awards, these exciting additions enable us to strengthen our position as a luxury tour operator to Europe and beyond.

New to the Luxury Collection of properties is the ME Ibiza hotel. Situated in S'Argamassa-Santa Eulalia, the third largest town on the island of Ibiza, the hotel boasts a beachside location and is in close proximity to a selection of art galleries, exclusive shops and a beautiful marina. Opening in summer 2014, this brand new hotel offers contemporary accommodation - ideal for relaxing luxury holidays. The rooftop features the Skinc Spa where guests can unwind with a range of treatments and massages - complete with calming 360 views. Alternatively, guests can experience the exclusive Rooftop Beach Club, offering luxurious Bali beds, fresh seafood, delicious cocktails and live music. A seven night holiday to Ibiza starts from 489 per person, based on departures 2 May 2014. The price includes seven nights B&B accommodation in an Aura Room (book before 31 January 2014), return flights from London Gatwick with Easyjet, airport lounge access and private transfers.

The Spanish island of Majorca also sees a new addition to Sovereigns programme. A unique property, the Castell Son Claret is a converted 18th century castle style manor house and is set in the 17th century village of Es Capdella, Calvia. The breathtaking surroundings this 325 acre estate offers is perfect for those looking for peace and quiet whilst basking in the sunny Majorca weather. Indulge in culinary heaven at the Michelin star awarded and critically acclaimed Restaurant Zaranda. Sovereign is offering a saving of 265 on a seven night stay at the five star Castell Son Claret with prices starting from 1,295 per person. The holiday to Majorca includes B&B accommodation, return flights from Birmingham with Monarch, airport lounge access and private resort transfers, based on departures 6 April 2014 (book before 31 January).

Another newly handpicked hotel by Sovereign is the five star Titanic Deluxe Belek. Families will be delighted with the range of services and amenities available at this all inclusive resort. Measuring over 13000sqm, the extensive facilities of the Titanic Wellness & Spa will ensure guests a relaxing experience in a calming and luxurious atmosphere. Indulge in a range of facial and body treatments, say goodbye to aches and pains away in a Turkish Hamam bath or enjoy a unique experience in a snow room. Theres no shortage of places to keep cool in the beautiful Turkish weather with 11 pools available at the hotel or choose to sunbathe on a kilometre of private beach via a picturesque boat ride across the river. Sovereign has seven nights all inclusive at the Titanic Deluxe Belek from 869 per person. The price includes return flights from London Gatwick with Thomson, airport lounge access and private resort transfers, based on departures April 2014.

New to Sovereigns portfolio in Croatia is the addition of the Hotel Dubrovnik Palace on the Lapad peninsula. With a dramatic clifftop location, all rooms and suites boast private balconies and stunning sea views. First class facilities include four swimming pools, a private beach, tennis courts and a PADI diving centre while guests can enjoy the fresh air with scenic walking routes though the woods behind the hotel.

Also new for the second edition brochure is the Alexander the Great Beach Hotel in Paphos, Cyprus. A popular destination amongst Sovereign customers, Cyprus attracts both couples and families alike with its year round sunny weather, beautiful beaches and delicious food. Part of Sovereigns Classical Collection of properties, this four star hotel has recently undergone refurbishment and boasts a great location near to Paphos harbour and castle.

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January 6, 2014 - Central Hockey League (CHL) Three Things You Need to Know

1.) Walls Closing in at the Top- After two straight wins by the Allen Americans over the Rapid City Rush this past weekend, things have tightened up significantly at the top of the conference. The Rush (22-7-0) drop back-to-back games for the second time since Christmas and are just 2-4-0 in that span. They currently have a three point lead over the Missouri Mavericks (20-9-1) who have also lost two straight contests. The movers are the Americans (19-10-2) who have won five straight games and the Denver Cutthroats (16-9-6) who have won three straight games. Quad City (16-7-5) is in fifth place but only seven points behind the leaders and they have played the fewest games of any CHL team (28). The Flock are 9-3-1 at home and they begin a three-game home stand on Wednesday versus Brampton.

2.) Americans Keep Rolling- The Allen Americans (19-10-2) are the hottest team in the CHL with wins in five straight games including back-to-back triumphs this past weekend over the league's top team, the Rapid City Rush. The wins for Allen ended the Rush's CHL record 12-game road winning streak. After a 7-0-1 start to the season, the Americans struggled to the tune of a 5-8-1 mark between Nov. 3 and Dec. 13. However, since Mid-December the defending champs have been nearly unbeatable winning seven of their last nine games. Defenseman Tyler Ludwig has picked up his game with six goals over his last four contests and Kale Kerbashian has two goals and three assists over his last four games. In goal, Bryan Pitton has been hot winning six of his last seven starts while not allowing a team to score more than three goals over that stretch. Allen will look for their sixth straight win on Frida y night when they host Denver (16-9-6).

3.) Beast Trip Continues- The Brampton Beast (16-14-2) continue their six-game road trip on Tuesday with a rescheduled match-up with St. Charles (8-21-4). The game was originally scheduled for Sunday (1/5/14) but had to be rescheduled due to a snow storm in the St. Charles area. The Beast are 2-0 on their journey so far with back-to-back wins in Missouri. The trip will go through Quad City on Wednesday and then concludes with back-to-back games in Tulsa this weekend. Scott Howes had six goals and two assists in the two games in Missouri, good enough to earn him Oakley Player of the Week honors. Rob Collins has been a force as well with three goals and four assists in those contests.

By the Numbers

12: The number of times in 13 decisions that Quad City goalie Thomas Heemskerk has earned at least a point for his team. The netminder is 9-1-3 on the season with a 2.50 goals against average (second in the CHL) and a .919 save % (fourth in the CHL). Heemskerk has won four straight decisions allowing just six total goals over that span while recording two shutouts.

One-Timers

-Denver's Kent Patterson is 4-0-1 in his last five decisions facing 41+ shots in four of those five games. Over his hot streak, Patterson has stopped 194 of the 205 shots he has faced (.946 save %). He is 11-6-4 on the season with a .916 save %.

-After winning four straight games, the Wichita Thunder (11-17-4) have now dropped three straight games including back-to-back decisions over the weekend to Arizona. The Thunder do have the league's top two scoring defensemen with Jesse Dudas leading the way with 26 points (8-18&) and Andrew Martens sitting second with 24 points (5-19$).

-The Arizona Sundog (12-18-1) have gotten some pop lately with a couple new additions with Brandon Coccimiglio scoring seven goals in seven games and David Rutherford contributing six points (4-2=6) in three games. Coccimiglio was acquired from Tulsa and Rutherford was signed a free agent. Forward Kevin Baker has also been hot with goals in four straight games, three of those were wins for the Sundogs.

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New cameras target drivers passing by stopped Montgomery County school buses New cameras target drivers passing by stopped Montgomery County school buses

Updated: Thursday, January 2 2014 7:21 PM EST2014-01-03 00:21:33 GMT

An estimated 600 to 1,000 motorists drive by stopped school buses in Montgomery County each year. It is against the law and county officials want to put a stop to it.

An estimated 600 to 1,000 motorists drive by stopped school buses in Montgomery County each year. It is against the law and county officials want to put a stop to it.

More than half of female Marines in boot camp can't do three pullups, the new minimum standard. So the Corps is delaying the requirement.

More than half of female Marines in boot camp can't do three pullups, the minimum standard that was supposed to take effect with the new year, prompting the Marine Corps to delay the requirement, part of the process of...

Updated: Thursday, January 2 2014 9:22 AM EST2014-01-02 14:22:24 GMT

In a bright pink running top and her dark brown hair pulled back in a ponytail, Courtney is getting ready for the New Year's Day "5K Resolution Run." On the top of her list for 2014? Find Ben.

In a bright pink running top and her dark brown hair pulled back in a ponytail, Courtney is getting ready for the New Year's Day "5K Resolution Run." On the top of her list for 2014? Find Ben.

Updated: Thursday, January 2 2014 7:54 AM EST2014-01-02 12:54:22 GMT

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WWE Main Event is a one-hour televised special on the Ion Network, and focuses on wrestling, and has little time allotted towards storylines or an over-use of interviews/promos. For the die-hard wrestling fan, who tunes in to exclusively watch wrestling, this is a positive

The negatives around the show are that it is only an hour, and doesnt showcase all of the mid-card talent, or those who did not appear on a RAW show, two nights before on Monday. Some wrestlers we see on RAW, and also have a second match on the Main Event show. How much is too much? How much is overkill, to the point where it gets redundant or repetitive?

As for the other show, it is a behind-the-scenes type of deal that has features and in-depth looks of superstars outside of the squared circle. This is a E-network special, called Total Divas.Yes, it does give an inside look of how writing and promo work is done, along with the physical training at the NXT/WWE Performance center. I for one, enjoy the show; and it does give a good look as to how the TV shows are produced, presented and all of the pre-takes before it.

Quite personally, I also miss Tough Enough, also But thats another story.

Total Divas also discusses some of the real life couples of some of the major WWE stars, and gives a view of what life is like for those couples; outside the ring and related social interactions.

You, being the reader and my fellow audience- what do you think of the two shows? Good? Bad? Indifferent?

WWE Tough Enough was a TV show that would take contestants and average Joes and Jills who may or may not have had athletic backgrounds, but were to be taught some of the introductions about the business. It was a hard knocks type of course, that became a stepping stone for some talent to enter the business, and do so in an abbreviated format- through Tough Enough which endorsed said competitor(s) to be eligible for Primetime, and other additional training.

Tough Enough started with 4-5 trainers and in its inception was Al Snow, who now works for TNA Impact Wrestling. Other featured trainers were Tazz, Chavo Guererro, Tori and Jacqueline. Tazz and Chavo also have plied their trade in the ring, like Snow- and they too have found their way also to Impact Wrestling. Bob Hardcore Holly Howard is also a trainer during the first season(s), and was a WWE star as well.

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ALEXANDRIA, Va. -

It is a story that sounds like it is a made-for-TV movie. But it is a real life, online love mystery that is blooming by the day.

In a bright pink running top and her dark brown hair pulled back in a ponytail, Courtney is getting ready for the New Year's Day "5K Resolution Run." On the top of her list for 2014? Find Ben.

"He is probably early to mid-30s, white male with brown hair, beard, brown eyes, average build, slightly athletic, she recalls.

They met December 23rd at The Light Horse restaurant in Old Town Alexandria. Courtney says they chatted for hours.

"Religion, faith, morality, culture, and how do you define culture in society, definitely not the things you just randomly talk to someone about in bar," she says. "It was an extensive conversation in the middle of a DJ playing, a hundred people dancing all around us.

But she left with her friends -- without exchanging numbers. So in this day of online dating and digital networking, Courtney resorted to the oldest tool of romance: the pen and paper.

In bold, black script she wrote:

She posted 60 signs up and down Old Town's main drag: King Street. They have tugged at the heartstrings of passersby.

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WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- While many of us celebrated the New Year with a glass of champagne, the nurses and doctors at New Hanover Regional Medical Center were hard at work delivering New Year's babies.

At 12:30 a.m. Allison Lopez became the second baby born in New Hanover County in 2014. Her mother Angelica went into labor around 2 p.m. Tuesday as the family sat down for lunch.

This is the Lopez family's second child. Dad Manuel says they are overcome with joy at the birth of their healthy little girl, who arrived five days early.

"I feel real happy, because I have a beautiful girl and a beautiful family," Manuel said. "Everything is good with my baby, my wife and my family."

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(PRWEB) December 31, 2013

Global Food Exchange (GFE) is excited to announce two new additions to its Board of Advisors. The first, D. Scott Robinson, J.D., is of counsel at Long Reimer Winegar Beppler LLP. Scott is known for designing creative solutions to complex estate and tax problems and was intimately involved in the ownership, management and operation of several closely-held family businesses. Scotts business experience provides him with unique hands-on insight, experience and education when counselling and assisting clients to design and implement practical solutions to achieve their goals.

The second addition is Duane Reed, CEO of CEO Focus Denver, who is a nationally recognized business consultant, trainer, author, and coach since 1986. Mr. Reed has consulted or trained thousands of organizations and 100,000s individuals, managers, executives and business owners in some 120 different industries.

Global Food Exchange, headquartered in Colorado, was founded out of the need to more efficiently provide emergency disaster relief efforts internationally. With the addition of D. Scott Robinson and Duane Reed in advisory roles, they hope to further their strides to establish a more efficient and prepared chain of action for international disaster response.

To learn more please visit: globalfoodexchange.org.

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