Denver Mayor Michael Hancock made waves in the 2011 school board elections, endorsing candidates and pushing for the slate of like-minded candidates.

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But Hancock is staying out of the decision on who the board should pick to replace outgoing board member Nate Easley Jr. even though that position represents the schools in Hancocks neighborhood of Green Valley Ranch.

Nine people are up for the position to replace Easley. The position will be up for election in November.

Hancock also is not siding with former Mayor Wellington Webb, who on Tuesday wrote an opinion piece in The Denver Post that said the new board member should be decided by a vote.

The mayor believes it is up to the Denver Public Schools Board to decide the appropriate process to select a replacement for former school board president Nate Easley, said Amber Miller, Hancocks press secretary.

Mayor Hancock respects DPSs current process and has no plans to endorse an interim-school board member candidate at this time. He believes there is a field of great candidates that will ultimately produce a strong representative for the Montbello, Green Valley Ranch, Stapleton and Park Hill neighborhoods.

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HARFORD COUNTY, Md., Feb. 7, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Darren Manning, a former Indianapolis 500 starter with 25 career top 10 finishes, made an appearance on February 5 at Window World of Harford to autograph The Stinger, a concept Indy show car that travels the country to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R).

The Stinger was unveiled at the 2011 Indianapolis 500 and is a tribute to the first winning Indy 500 car, the 1911 Marmon Wasp. It was developed by John Andretti, Andretti Autosport and Window World, Inc.(R) So far, the concept car has been autographed by more than 220 of the 273 living former Indy starters invited to sign the vehicle. For each signature received, Window World Cares(R), the charitable foundation of Window World, makes a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Ultimately the car will be auctioned and all proceeds will benefit St. Jude.

"As a former Indy 500 Starter, I'm proud to be in the company of the other 220 drivers who signed The Stinger," said Manning. "It's a worthy cause, and I'm glad to help."

"The entire Window World of Harford team is excited to participate in The Stinger mission," said store owner John Goldbeck. "I just think it's great that this car is going to be auctioned to benefit the kids at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and I'm happy to have been a part of it."

Window World Cares was founded in 2008 by Window World Chairman and CEO Tammy Whitworth and her late husband, Todd Whitworth. Since its inception, the foundation has donated more than $2.9 million to St. Jude and was named New Corporate Partner of the Year by the hospital in 2010.

To learn more about Window World of Harford, please visit http://www.WindowWorldMaryland.com

Window World, Inc.(R):

Window World, Inc.(R), headquartered in North Wilkesboro, N.C., is America's largest replacement window and home remodeling company. An ENERGY STAR(R) retail partner, Window World's products have earned the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval five years in a row. Additionally, through its charitable foundation Window World Cares(TM), the Window World family provides funding for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R). For more information about Window World, visit http://www.WindowWorld.com or call 1-800 NEXT WINDOW.

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Otto #39;s Exteriors is a family-owned and operated exterior remodeling company based in Raleigh, NC. These professionals provide quality roofing, siding, replacement windows, gutters and door services to local homeowners and businesses. In addition to durable products, they provide exemplary customer service. Financing is available. Visit us http://www.yellowpages.com

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Home for Sale: 3021 WUS 52, New Palestine, Indiana (10 Min. From I-465 @ E. Indianapolis)
List Price: $174000 Delightful Home on 1 Acre in Rural New Palestine awaits your Family. Enjoy the Park Like Setting of the Property as You Entertain Family Friends. 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath home has flexible floor plan with possible in-law quarters. Original oak hardwoods. Loft awaits your finishing touches based on your needs. Large 2 1/2 Car Garage with Dual Carports. Fenced in Rear Yard. 4-Star School System! Home has so many updates that make it MOVE IN READY. Improvements include: Painted Rooms, Champion Windows w/ Lifetime Warranty, Electrical Box updated to 200 Amp, Carpet Throughout, Loft Updates, Bryant 3.5 Ton AC Heat Pump, Roof, Gutters Siding Replacement on Home Garage, OH Door Updated MORE!

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MONTREAL , Feb. 5, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - CN (CNR.TO) (CNI) announced today a 2013 plan to invest approximately C$1.9 billion to maintain and upgrade its railway network, grow the business efficiently, and continue to improve customer service.

Claude Mongeau , president and chief executive officer, said: "CN is committed to operating a safe and sustainable railway, making continued improvements in service and seizing traffic opportunities to grow at low incremental cost.

"Infrastructure investments, the acquisition of new locomotives and equipment and the enhancement of information technology systems will help support our agenda of operational and service excellence. They will also make our customers more competitive in domestic and global markets and position us to maximize further business opportunities in intermodal, energy and other resource and manufacturing markets in 2013 and beyond."

More than C$1 billion in 2013 will be spent on track infrastructure to continue operating a safe railway and to improve the productivity and fluidity of the network. This investment will include the replacement of rail, ties and other track materials, and bridge work, as well as capacity and productivity improvements, among others, to:

CN also expects to spend approximately C$700 million to grow with its customers across a range of markets as they expand their business, including investments in:

In addition, CN will target approximately C$200 million in 2013 for the acquisition of locomotives, intermodal equipment and vehicles as well as locomotive and car refurbishments. CN expects to take delivery of 40 new and 37 second-hand high-horsepower locomotives over the next 24 months, after also acquiring 25 new and 123 second-hand high-horsepower locomotives in 2012.

In 2012, CN's capital investment program totalled more than C$1.8 billion.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information included in this news release constitutes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and under Canadian securities laws. CN cautions that, by their nature, these forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. The Company cautions that its assumptions may not materialize and that current economic conditions render such assumptions, although reasonable at the time they were made, subject to greater uncertainty. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results or performance of the Company or the rail industry to be materially different from the outlook or any future results or performance implied by such statements. Important factors that could affect the above forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the effects of general economic and business conditions, industry competition, inflation, currency and interest rate fluctuations, changes in fuel prices, legislative and/or regulatory developments, compliance with environmental laws and regulations, actions by regulators, various events which could disrupt operations, including natural events such as severe weather, droughts, floods and earthquakes, labor negotiations and disruptions, environmental claims, uncertainties of investigations, proceedings or other types of claims and litigation, risks and liabilities arising from derailments, and other risks and assumptions detailed from time to time in reports filed by CN with securities regulators in Canada and the United States . Reference should be made to "Management's Discussion and Analysis" in CN's annual and interim reports, Annual Information Form and Form 40-F filed with Canadian and U.S. securities regulators, available on CN's website, for a summary of major risks.

CN assumes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect future events, changes in circumstances, or changes in beliefs, unless required by applicable Canadian securities laws. In the event CN does update any forward-looking statement, no inference should be made that CN will make additional updates with respect to that statement, related matters, or any other forward-looking statement.

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BUILDING PERMITS

Boulder

Building construction permits over $10,000 in value that were approved in Boulder between Jan. 21 and Jan. 27, 2013. Listed below are: the case number; address; total project valuation; owner name; contractor (if applicable); and description.

PMT2012-04964; 1465 Sunset Blvd.; $558,064; JDR Investment; AGR Building Inc.; New single-family dwelling: 4,982 square feet of finished area on three levels with a 556-square-foot attached garage and 649-square-foot deck. House to have six bedrooms, four and a half baths with finished basement. Includes associated electrical, mechanical and plumbing.

PMT2012-05351; 4180 19th St.; $180,977; Tara Institute; Skycastle Homes LLC; New two-story addition onto existing school building located on the southwest of the property. Total addition of 1,423 square feet. Scope includes first story addition as follows: classroom, one bathroom, and corridor; second story addition as follows: two classrooms and a corridor/mud room. Scope also includes new windows and doors and exterior siding on existing annex. Scope also includes all associated mechanical, electrical and plumbing.

PMT2012-05474; 1600 29th St.; $316,771; Charlotte Ball; New tenant improvement of retail lease space (5,900 square feet) - Charming Charlie retail store. Scope includes demo of existing interior walls, new interior build-out (partitions, doors, ceilings, finishes) and associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. All plumbing, electrical and mechanical subvaluations to be determined.

PMT2012-05952; 6180 Spine Rd; $92,300; Qualcomm Inc.; Murray and Stafford Inc.; Tenant remodel for Qualcomm, building E, including partial interior remodel of lobby and some office areas. Scope of work includes associated electrical and mechanical.

PMT2012-06006; 2850 Baseline Road; $423,000; East Baseline; Spectrum General Contractors I; Tenant finish of 2,820 square feet for a restaurant, Merlot Burger. Scope of work includes interior partitions, lighting, finishes, and all associated electrical, mechanical and plumbing.

PMT2012-06038; 360 S. 41st St.; $120,000; Benjamin and Frances Friedland; Sobo Design and Build; Addition to second story of single-family dwelling. Please reference HIS2012-00291. Scope of work includes 667-square-foot addition, 250-square-foot remodel of first floor and front porch addition. Scope also includes all associated electrical (new wiring for addition and an upgraded 200-amp panel), plumbing (new three-quarter bath) and mechanical (new furnace and ducting for addition).

PMT2013-00081; 2555 55th St.; $26,258; Reef Flatiron; Alcorn Construction Inc.; Tenant remodel of existing office space for aerospace engineering firm - MMA Design. Includes updated electrical, ductwork, and plumbing for new sink in R& D lab area.

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ALBANY, N.Y., Jan. 30, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Window World of the Capital District will present John Andretti, renowned NASCAR and IndyCar driver, at the Great Northeast Home Show on Saturday, February 9 from noon to 5pm. Andretti will be signing autographs and attendees can register to win an autographed die cast car. Also on display will be two vehicles from the Window World Powersports lineup. The event takes place February 8-10 at the Times Union Center in Albany, N.Y. Window World will be located at booths 117-120.

Window World will display two vehicles from the Window World Powersports lineup: the Window World Chopper and The Stinger. Both vehicles were designed to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R) through Window World Cares(TM), the charitable foundation of Window World, Inc.(R) They will be on public display throughout the duration of the show.

"We're so happy to have John in our Window World family," said Eugene Bryan, owner of Window World of the Capital District. "His support of Window World Cares and St. Jude are really admirable."

The Window World Chopper was built by Orange County Choppers and featured on an episode of the television show American Chopper in August 2010. It was auctioned and proceeds benefited St. Jude.

The Stinger was developed by John Andretti, Andretti Autosport and Window World and is a tribute to the first winning Indianapolis 500 car, the 1911 Marmon Wasp. Window World collects the signatures of 275 former Indy 500 starters and for each signature a donation is made to St. Jude.

The Great Northeast Home Show is open Friday, February 8 from 3-9pm, Saturday 10am-7pm and Sunday 10am-5pm. Tickets for the show are available at the door and are $8 for adults and free for children under 14.

To learn more about Window World of the Capital District, please visit http://www.WindowWorldCapitalDistrict.com. To learn more about the Great Northeast Home Show, please visit http://www.GreatNortheastHomeShow.com.

Window World, Inc.(R):

Window World, Inc.(R), headquartered in North Wilkesboro, N.C., is America's largest replacement window and home remodeling company. An ENERGY STAR(R) retail partner, Window World's products have earned the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval five years in a row. Additionally, through its charitable foundation Window World Cares(TM), the Window World family provides funding for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R). For more information about Window World, visit http://www.WindowWorld.com or call 1-800 NEXT WINDOW.

The Window World logo is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=15425

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Repairs & Paints, based in Marlton, New Jersey, specializes in exterior and interior painting, drywall installation and repairs, and handyman services.

Southern Jersey (PRWEB) February 01, 2013

Some of New Jerseys historic homes still have the original wood siding because over the years the wood was prepped properly and protected from the elements with quality paint. On the other hand, some newer homes less than 10 years old need extensive wood replacement because the wood was not properly primed, caulked, and painted. Quality exterior house paint protects wood from water, sun, and mold damage, the three primary causes of wood failure.

Exterior paint is not only used to change the color of a house, but is vital to the preservation of a property and should stand the test of time, explains Dan Henderson, owner of Repairs & Paints. Peeling, flaking, or chipping paint is a sure sign that the exterior of a home is exposed to the elements. We provide quality work and superior, top-notch products for protecting and preserving New Jerseys finest homes and businesses.

Repairs & Paints, LLC is launching a new website, http://www.mtlaurelpainter.com describing this family owned and operated company whose commitment to quality products is only matched to their commitment to customer service. Honesty, trust, and integrity have earned them a reputation as one of the top painting companies in New Jersey.

Exterior and interior painting is their specialty. Repairs & Paints treat a customers home or office with an unmatched level of respect, expertise, professionalism, and care with superior products for both commercial and residential painting needs. They take pride in the quality of their work and work closely with customers to address any concerns with the goal of preserving a homeowners investment for years to come.

For over 15 years, Repairs & Paints has also provided remodeling services to New Jersey residents. Their wide range of services includes drywall installation, repair, and patching as well as kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We provide prompt and professional service to achieve the very best quality within a clients budget, Dan says. Our business has a reputation for superior workmanship with hundreds of satisfied customers.

Other services include wood repair and replacement, fine carpentry, wallpaper removal and other handyman services. No job is too big or too small.

For more information about this business with a long history of beautifying and protecting New Jersey homes, please visit their new website.

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WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - Jan 29, 2013) - Homeowners looking for the most return on their investment when it comes to remodeling should consider exterior replacement projects. According to the 2013 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, Realtors rated exterior projects among the most valuable home improvement projects.

"Realtors know that curb appeal projects offer great bang for your buck, because a home's exterior is the first thing potential buyers see," said National Association of Realtors President Gary Thomas, broker-owner of Evergreen Realty, in Villa Park, Calif. "Projects such as siding, window and door replacements can recoup more than 70 percent of their cost at resale. Realtors know what home features are important to buyers in your area and can provide helpful insights when considering remodeling projects."

Results of the report are summarized on NAR's consumer website HouseLogic.com, which provides information on dozens of remodeling projects, from kitchens and baths to siding replacements, including the recouped value of the project based on a national average. According to the Cost vs. Value Report, Realtors judged a steel entry door replacement as the project expected to return the most money, with an estimated 85.6 percent of costs recouped upon resale. The steel entry door replacement is the least expensive project in the report, costing little more than $1,100 on average. A majority of the top 10 most cost-effective projects nationally in terms of value recouped are exterior replacement projects; all of these are estimated to recoup more than 71 percent of costs.

Three different siding replacement projects landed in the top 10, including fiber cement siding, expected to return 79.3 percent of costs, vinyl siding, expected to return 72.9 percent of costs, and foam backed vinyl, expected to return 71.8 percent of costs. Two additional door replacements were also among the top exterior replacement projects. The midrange and upscale garage door replacement were both expected to return more than 75 percent of costs.

According to the report, two interior remodeling projects in particular can recoup substantial value at resale. A minor kitchen remodel is ranked fifth and is expected to return 75.4 percent of costs. Nationally, the average cost for the project is just under $19,000.

The second interior remodeling project in the top 10 is the attic bedroom, which landed at number eight and tied with the vinyl siding replacement with 72.9 percent of costs recouped. With an average national cost of just under $48,000, the attic project adds a bedroom and bathroom within a home's existing footprint. The improvement project projected to return the least is the home office remodel, estimated to recoup less than 44 percent.

The 2013 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report compares construction costs with resale values for 35 midrange and upscale remodeling projects comprising additions, remodels and replacements in 81 markets across the country. Data are grouped in nine U.S. regions, following the divisions established by the U.S. Census Bureau. This is the 15th consecutive year that the report, which is produced by Remodeling magazine publisher Hanley Wood, LLC, was completed in cooperation with NAR.

Realtors provided their insights into local markets and buyer home preferences within those markets. The 2013 national average cost-to-value ratio rose to 60.6 percent, ending a six-year decline. The ratio represents nearly a three-point improvement over 2011-2012. Lower construction costs are the principal factor in the upturn, especially when measured against stabilizing house values. In addition, the cost-to-value ratio improved nationally for every project in this year's report and is higher than it was two years ago for both remodeling and replacement projects.

"A Realtor is the best resource for helping homeowners decide what improvement projects will provide the most upon resale in their market," said Thomas. "Each neighborhood is different, and the desirability and resale value of a particular remodeling project varies depending on where you live. When making a home remodeling decision, resale value is just one factor that homeowners should take into consideration. Consult a Realtor to make sure you are making the best decision."

Most regions followed the national trends; however the Pacific region, consisting of Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington, once again led the nation with an average cost-value ratio of 71.2 percent, due mainly to strong resale values. The next best performing regions were West South Central, South Atlantic, and East South Central. These regions attribute their high ranking to construction costs that were lowest in the country. While still remaining below the national average, most remaining regions showed strong improvement over last year. These are Mountain, New England, East North Central, Middle Atlantic, and West North Central.

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2306 Bellemeade Avenue This charming ranch style home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a finished basement. Both bedrooms are generous in size and have plenty of closet space. The home is painted neutral colors throughout and full of charm with hardwood floors, crown molding, brick fireplace, and arched doorways. There are many built-ins, lots of storage space, and a basement that is perfect for entertaining! The home has had many updates within the last few years which include: (2004) new siding, replacement windows, breaker box, ceiling fans, 2.5 car garage, and yard barn (2010) Privacy fence, new light fixtures throughout, and the kitchen was completely renovated with custom made cabinets, wine rack, and desk area, tile flooring, granite counter tops, and Whirlpool Energy Star stainless steel appliances. (2011) new water heater installed, and new carpet and paint in the sunroom/office. (2012) The bathroom was remodeled with new flooring, vanity, hardware and fresh paint. This home is move-in-ready and comes with a one year home buyers warranty.

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