Around the House: YardShare.com offers tips (San Francisco Chronicle) bi2710819 When Bryan Powell set out to build a backyard barbecue, bar and slate patio at Castro Valley home two years ago, he was bummed when a Google search returned no sites where he could look at other do-it-yourself outdoor projects. So he started YardShare.com..

Democrat plans write-in campaign for House seat (The Arizona Republic) bi2710819 Ahwatukee Foothills resident Michael Williams, the former Legislative District 20 Democratic chairman, plans to run as a write-in candidate the state race November

Full slate of events planned for Fourth of July (The Canton Repository) bi2710819 Activities at Silver Park begin the Youth Olympic Fest at 4 p.m. and include concessions, pony rides, face painting, a jump and science fun; cruise-in from 5-8 p.m.; Society for Creative Anachronism demonstrations from 5-9 p.m.; music by Town Suite at 6:15 p.m. and Class Action at 7:30 p.m.; Carnation Queen contest at 7:15 p.m.; fireworks at dusk

Help historic houses (The Wichita Eagle) bi2710819 It used to be owning a on the National Register of Historic Places meant owning a Queen Anne Victorian or a Tudor Revival. Now, means almost any built before 1958. While the historic designation used to bring prestige, now can also bring money -- specifically tax credits for home improvement. "I haven't yet used them, but I'll claim them for when I do window replacements ..

Homeowners vs. commuters (The Indianapolis Star) bi2710819 Group wants to send message to thousands who drive on Meridian St. every day: slow down

Will Dems see gains Wyoming? (Casper Star-Tribune) bi2710819 CHEYENNE -- The past two presidential election years haven't been kind to Democratic candidates Wyoming, but the chairman of the state Democratic Party, John Millin, says he's planning for a different result 2008

Site Search: (Jersey Evening Post) bi2710819 January January often proves quite treacherous for wildlife as natural food sources become difficult to find. Even so, during any mild spell certain shrubs can be lured early leaf and a few garden birds bravely react an odd burst of pre-season song

Features and Case Studies (ZDNet Australia) bi2710819 Reality has been cruel to virtual worlds, most failing to live up to expectations, especially business environments. Did analysts get that right or are they also guilty of second-degree Second Life hyping?..

Call Ted Pitts ?Mr. Chairman.? Maybe (The State) bi2710819 The Midlands legislative delegation may be adding another S.C. leader next year. State Rep. Ted Pitts, R-Lexington, a top contender to replace ousted Rep. Bob Walker, R-Spartanburg, as head of the Education and Public Works Committee. Pitts a strong advocate for Lexington County public schools but also has a maverick streak. He has not been afraid to stand up to ..

Orange County Republicans put 8 Hispanics on ballot (Orlando Sentinel) bi2710819 Orange County Republicans have announced what they're calling "an unprecedented and groundbreaking new slate of Hispanic Republican candidates" for office year

Recent restaurant reviews brief (Contra Costa Times) bi2710819 The following are shortened versions of recent full-length restaurant reviews. The date the original review ran and overall rating parentheses

Hill Country Militia (The Austin Chronicle) bi2710819 Grassroots homesteaders tighten ranks to fight urban encroachment..

Letters to the Editor: (Berkeley Daily Planet) bi2710819 I love New York?the sprawling cement, the bustle of the non-stop traffic, the throngs of people pushing through the sidewalks, as long shadows are cast on the street below from enormous skyscrapers

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