It took about 30 whacks with a hammer on a 4-by-8-foot panel of drywall Tuesday to kick off the $38 million renovation of La Salle-Peru Township High School.

It wasnt any old drywall. The board had been painted by artist John Kettman of La Salle to look like a third floor window. Window replacement is one of projects goals and since there is no ground being broken, the school held a window breaking instead.

Today its hard to believe that, four and a half years ago, when the board gave us the green light to begin pursuing, number one, a strategic plan, Wrobleski said. We were able to whittle that plan down to a dollar amount that the community felt comfortable agreeing to. I know I speak for the board when I share how truly grateful we are for the support of the community.

Board president Tony Sparks said this is the first major renovation of the school in 54 years.

Theres very exciting work ahead. Im sure youre all ready to start turning wrenches and doing what you do to turn this place around and make it a better facility for the kids the next couple of years and, who knows, the next 40, 50 years down the road, Sparks said.

More than two dozen people gathered around the faux window for a group photo. After speeches, board members gave it a whack, followed by mayors of La Salle and Peru, construction planners and managers, school administrators and staff, and anyone else who wished to punch a hole in the board. When finished, it looked like someone took 28 pot shots at the window. Two whacks were directed at the surrounding brick, drawing some friendly ribbing. Commemorative claw hammers were distributed for whacking and as keepsakes.

Work is underway on repairing exterior masonry and asbestos. This summer windows and some roof sections will be replaced and temporary classrooms installed outside. The project is expected to finish in the fall of 2018. Workers also will upgrade heating, ventilation and air conditioning.

The project was designed by architectural firms, Kmetz of La Salle and Legat of Chicago. It will be overseen by Pepper Construction, with guidance from Brownfield Environmental Engineering of Beloit and AMSCO Engineering of Downers Grove, according to a press release.

We know at the end of this 14-, 15-, maybe 16-month journey its something were going to be proud of. our kids, our grandkids, are going to be incredibly proud of, Wrobleski said.

Voters approved a bond referendum last fall, 6,620 to 6,426, or 51 percent to 49 percent. Owners of homes with $100,000 market value will pay an estimated $142 more annually for 20 years. Last year, the high school held public meetings and conducted mail and phone surveys, indicating voters would not support an earlier plan of $67 million. Reacting to negative public feedback, a citizen task force advised the district to scale back to $38 million.

Jeff Dankert can be reached at (815) 220-6977 or lasallereporter@newstrib.com. Follow him on Twitter @NT_LaSalle.

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Sturridge has once again struggled with injury and fitness concerns at Liverpool this season.

The England striker started just three Premier League games in 2017 but two of those were the final two matches of the campaign against West Ham and Middlesbrough, where he impressed including scoring a goal at the London Stadium.

But Parlour thinks Klopp needs a striker he can rely on for the majority of a campaign and Sturridge is not that player.

"I can't see him having a future at Liverpool," the Arsenal legend said on talkSPORT.

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"That's the position that they really need to look at Liverpool in this transfer window, centre-forward.

"Get that real focal player who can hold the ball up, you've got excellent little players behind them, we know that.

"You have (Philippe) Coutinho, (Adam) Lallana, (Roberto) Firmino, excellent players, (Sadio) Mane as well, he's been out injured.

"I think forward is going to be the most important and I think Jurgen Klopp is going to need someone who will be reliable, play week in, week out.

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"Someone who's not going to get those niggly injuries and I think Daniel Sturridge will be on the move.

"A lot of clubs will be interested in him. West Ham for Daniel Sturridge?"

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Nov 20, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Byron Maxwell (41) celebrates after the final play of the game against the Los Angeles Rams, a Hail Mary in there end zone at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. On the turf is Los Angeles Rams tight end Lance Kendricks (88). The Dolphins came from behind to score a 14-10 win. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

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What was your reaction when you saw that they (Miami) drafted a cornerback early, when you guys already have four that are veteran starters? asked Omar Kelly, a writer for the Sun Sentinel. Jokingly, Maxwell stated, hes from Clemson, so I was happy. Then he goes on to state that to build a defense that wins in the NFL, you always need defensive linemen and cornerbacks.

Cordrea Tankersley and Byron Maxwell both attended Clemson University. For that reason, Maxwell watches their football games on a regular basis, and he has already done a bit of film study on the rookie cornerback. He showed up. He always popped. He has great ball skills, and always found the ball Maxwell said.

In his mentorship, Maxwell made it a point to say that he will helpTankersley, whether its bouncing ideas offof him, or doing things off the field to help him get better. So yeah, I definitely will help him. I feel like its my job. Maxwell said.

Now to this business side of things.

Byron Maxwell will earn $8.5 million this season. In 2018, his salary will be$10 million. Miami will have several options next year when it comes to Maxwells contract. The Dolphins can release him after the season, ask him to take a pay cut, or possibly even attempt for a trade before the deadline.

To be honest, I was hoping for the Dolphins to try to trade Byron Maxwell during, or before, the 2017 NFL Draft. The first reason is because of the depth that the draft had on the defensive side between rounds 2-5; and the second is because I do not think he is worth his contractand there is equal talent on the roster already.

Tony Lippett started to show his progression and hold his weight on the boundary last year. When healthy, Xavien Howard played wellon the outside. He started 6 of 7 games that he played in the regular season, accumulating 40 combined tackles in his first 4 games as a rookie. Slot cornerback and a key special team contributor, Bobby McCain, is not a threat to the outside competition.

Tankersley may not come in and make an impact immediately, or at all in his first season. He has good size, better skill sets than Maxwell, and he is also faster. In 2016; he only allowed one pass over 30-plus yards and allowed one touchdown. He will eventually cause some noise in the CB group for the Dolphins soon.

In the National Finance League money trumps most decisions. Unless youre an elite superstar. Byron Maxwell is not an elite superstar. With his contract increasing to $10 million next year, and Cordrea Tankersleys total four-year deal is worth $3.17 million, Maxwell will not be playing for the Miami Dolphins in 2018without a breakout 2017 season.

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By David Cawton,Staff Writer

Owner Barnett Tower LLC, led by developer Stephen Atkins, and Danis Builders LLC filed three permit applications with the city Tuesday for interior and structural work and window replacement on the 18-story structure.

The work is a sign that Atkins and The Molasky Group of Companies want to bring the 155,000-square-foot structure, built in 1926, back to life.

The Molasky Group and Atkins SouthEast Development Group propose turning the 112 W. Adams St. building into a mixed-use development with apartments, retail and office space.

Atkins is principal and managing director of SouthEast Development Group.

The three applications totaling $936,051 in construction work comprise:

$399,250 for structural infill

$258,700 for non-structural interior demolition

$278,101 for the removal and re-installation of windows on the third through 18th floors

New windows were installed about 11 years ago during developer Cameron Kuhns failed attempt to refurbish the building.

Atkins said that while most of the windows are in good shape and will be put back in, some of them do need to be replaced.

Most of the work, he said, speaks to the overall restoration, where we may need to remove some of the windows temporarily.

In 2006, the Jacksonville Economic Development Commission awarded Kuhn, CEO of The Kuhn Companies, a $900,000 grant from the Downtown Historic Preservation Trust Fund to replace the original windows.

The grant cut the preservation fund by half, which worried some JEDC members.

Ultimately, Kuhns proposed $29 million redevelopment of the Barnett Bank building and the Laura Street Trio across the street failed and he declared bankruptcy, leaving the buildings vacant.

Atkins has been involved with the buildings since about 2010.

He borrowed $3 million from Jaguars owner Shad Khans Stache Investments Corp. in 2013 to buy the Barnett building after previous deals fell through with other developers.

However, a Circuit Court judge ruled in favor of Khans company in a foreclosure action after Atkins didnt make payments.

The Las Vegas-based Molasky Group bought the Barnett Bank building from Stache in February for $4 million.

With SouthEast Development Group, which owns the Laura Street Trio, Molasky wants to complete a development agreement with the city that would award $9.8 million in local incentives to launch the project.

Ordinance 2017-403 was introduced last week to council.

Were pleased with the efforts from the city, Atkins said. Were hoping this gets moving through the City Council process by June so we can move ahead.

Atkins said that when finished, the Barnett Bank building will again house a bank, along with office and retail space.

Plans also call for about 100 market-rate apartments.

The Laura Street Trio is slated to become a Courtyard by Marriott hotel, with a bodega market, caf, restaurant, and rooftop bar in addition to other retail space.

Atkins said there will be announcements soon about a few prospective tenants.

The plan also includes an $11 million, 550-space parking garage to be built on city property.

The city will operate the garage, lease 250 spots to the developers and leave 300 for other customers.

Together, the four buildings make up about 320,000 square feet in the heart of the urban core and would represent a significant step forward for Downtown redevelopment.

Its been a number of years for me, Atkins said. Im looking forward to getting into the sticks and the bricks finally.

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YOUNGSTOWN

Two churches are among the winners of the 2017 Historic Preservation Awards, which are given out annually by the Mahoning Valley Historical Society.

The awards honor the projects and people in Mahoning and Trumbull counties who take an active role in preserving historic buildings, sites, and districts.

The winners will be honored at the MVHSs annual meeting June 20 at the Tyler Mahoning Valley History Center, 325 W. Federal St., downtown. The public is invited to attend. The cost is $32 ($28 for MVHS members). For information or to make reservations for the dinner, call 330-743-2589 or go to mahoninghistory.org.

The 2017 categories and winners are as follows:

Community Revitalization Award

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, Youngstown

The construction of the church building began in 1908 and was completed in 1913. The project included repairs and refinishing of the original exterior wood, brick, limestone, granite and terra cotta to allow for the building to stand for another 100 years. The basilica has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979.

Lewis House, Poland Preservation Society

In 1996, the Poland branch of Home Savings and Loan wanted to demolish a small vacant house on College Street. A concerned group of citizens worked together to save the 1860s home, keeping it part of the historic fabric of the village.

The citizens group formed the Poland Preservation Society and undertook a renovation of the home which included a new roof, replacement of exterior siding with historically accurate hardy board, and removal of a modern east side porch returning its doorway to a window for the dining room.

Interior work included new plumbing, upgraded wiring, a new furnace, plaster repair and painting. Rental of the home paid off the construction project loan, and the preservation society continues its periodic maintenance.

The project was important because it illustrates how grass-roots concern and initiative can change an outcome, said Mark Peyko, one of the panel judges.

St. Patrick Church stained-glass windows, Youngstown

Beginning in 2008, St. Patrick Church, 1410 Oak Hill Ave., undertook an eight-year project to repair and restore the stained-glass windows of the church built in 1924.

The project included all the windows from the small 1-by-3-foot side windows to the large window over the front door which covers half of the facade.

The windows were removed and taken to Studio Arts & Glass in North Canton for repair and re-leading. While the windows were out, all the frames were repainted and any rotted wood replaced. After the restored windows were re-set, new protective coverings with vents were installed to equalize the temperature between the storm windows and the glass, enhancing and lengthening the life of the windows.

Commercial Revitalization Award

Peter Allen Inn, Kinsman

Built by Willis Smith, a significant architect in the Connecticut Western Reserve, the Peter Allen House was completed in 1821. The three-year restoration project included leveling the building, replacing the sill-beam and re-laying the exposed foundation stones above ground.

The original 12-over-12 pane windows were restored; all fireplaces were rebuilt to current code; the interior and exterior woodwork was stripped of paint and refinished; and the interior plaster was removed to allow for re-wiring, installation of a geothermal HVAC system, fire-suppression system, and foam insulation.

The sub roof was rebuilt and re-shingled using historically accurate slate-like material.

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FARMINGTON - The Mt. Blue Regional School District school board held a public hearing on a proposed bond Tuesday evening, detailing $318,000-worth of improvements to boilers, rooftops, windows and pavement across the district.

The bond will appear before voters at the June 13 referendum, along with the budget validation vote.

Estimating a 3.5 percent interest rate and a 10-year lifespan, the $317,834 bond would cost $38,217 a year for 10 years. The first payment would be part of the 2018-19 budget, not the incoming 2017-18 fiscal year. The timing of the bond would have the first payment due the year after the last payment on the Academy Hill School gymnasium and heating improvements, which costs the district $29,104 each year.

A second, $48,000 annual debt payment would expire in 2019-20, the year after the first payment on the new bond.

The improvements addressed by the $318,000 bond include $43,000 to replace single-pane, aging windows at the G.D. Cushing School in six classrooms, the kitchen and two bathrooms. The new windows, according to the Jonathan Chalmers, director of facilities management, would decrease the glassed area and increase the insulated area to improve energy efficiency and security. Classroom lighting would also be improved at the Cushing School, with new, flat panel LEDs replacing old lights that needed lens and ballast replacements.

The gym roof at Cushing School also needs to be resurfaced, Chalmers said, with water stains visible on the laminated wood roof decking inside the gym. That project, which would cost $37,000, had been postponed several years, resulting in increased staining.

At Cascade Brook School, pneumatic actuators associated with air handling equipment would be replaced at the cost of $19,081. The current air compressor tank has failed, so the district is using a replacement unit recycled from Cushing School. The new actuators would reduce the energy consumption of the system, allow for digital control and allow the district to avoid replacing the compressor.

Pavement projects would target broken ground at Cape Cod Hill School and the bus garage, at the costs of $11,303 and $60,000, respectively. At CCHS, the bus unloading area has become degraded and needs to be replaced, Chalmers said, while the bus garage would replace failed pavement in the parking lot.

Also at CCHS, $35,000 would address additional exterior windows, targeting units with failed balances and rotted sashes. The windows are located on the second floor classrooms, Chalmers said, with usable parts to be recycled to replace some failed first floor window balances and sashes.

A boiler at the bus garage would also be replaced at the cost of $35,000. That's another project that was pushed back from this year, due to unforeseen district-wide costs.

Several parking spaces, including two handicapped spaces, would be paved at the Mt. Blue Campus to accommodate the Adult Education program. That project would cost $25,000. Also at the MBC, air conditioning would be installed in seven classrooms in the F wing at the cost of $23,450.

At Mt. Blue Middle School, four water storage tanks would be replaced at the cost of $20,000. Chalmers said that one of the tanks has failed and two others are leaking.

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In spring, many homeowners start looking at ways to fend off the summer heat better insulation in the attic, a new air conditioner and misters on the patio are common remedies for warm weather worries.

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