The new $5.7 million Whole Foods Cooperative at 610 E. 4th St. in Duluth is the first building in the region and only the third in the state to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental (LEED) certification design). The nonprofit US Green Building Council awards certification to buildings designed for energy efficiency and low environmental… Continue reading “Green” building is becoming increasingly important in the region The daily briefing
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NoCo Foundation name change; Schroeder Roofing Campaign; Candy contest and more – Loveland Reporter-Herald
The Community Foundation is changing its name The Community Foundation of Northern Colorado announced a new name and refreshed look for the organization, officially adopting its NoCo Foundation moniker. According to a new press release, the name change came after informal research in 2023 revealed that the previous name was too long and its appearance… Continue reading NoCo Foundation name change; Schroeder Roofing Campaign; Candy contest and more – Loveland Reporter-Herald
The historic Hiram Sanford House and a modern mansion for $6 million
In 2013, East Hampton Village in New York passed a law that protects the area's many historic frame houses and encourages—and incentivizes—the restoration of these buildings. While East Hampton prohibits building two houses on a small lot, if a property contains one of two dozen designated landmarks built between 1700 and 1850, the owner can… Continue reading The historic Hiram Sanford House and a modern mansion for $6 million
Innovative company introduces efficient home design that can be built anywhere – without breaking the bank
GreenDoor Builders is committed to bridging the gap between green and affordable housing. The company recently unveiled the first home in its Carbon Friendly Affordable Home series, ABC 13 WHAM reported. Led by Anthony Ottaviani, GreenDoor Builders designs homes for first-time buyers and middle-income families with affordability and environmental responsibility in mind. In the village… Continue reading Innovative company introduces efficient home design that can be built anywhere – without breaking the bank
Noesen's goal in overtime puts the Devils past the Lightning 3-2
NEWARK, NJ – Stefan Noesen scored a power play goal in overtime and Jacob Markstrom made 23 saves as the New Jersey Devils defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Saturday night. Ondrej Palat and Jack Hughes also scored for New Jersey, which had a 1-4-1 road record since a 4-2 home win over Carolina… Continue reading Noesen's goal in overtime puts the Devils past the Lightning 3-2
The Laken-Riley bill passes the House too late to save an innocent nursing student
Stock Photo | Photocitizen via Pixabay Joe Guzzardi In a refreshing departure from his indifference to immigration enforcement, House Speaker Mike Johnson passed the Laken Riley Act 264-159 with all Republicans and 48 Democrats voting yes. Georgia Republican Rep. Mike Collins introduced the companion bill to the Senate bill of the same name, which will… Continue reading The Laken-Riley bill passes the House too late to save an innocent nursing student
11 home design ins and outs for 2025, according to Thumbtack
When it comes to interior design, trends are constantly changing. A popular color or decor may become a thing of the past next year. To help homeowners know which trends will become more popular this year and which will go out of style, Thumbtack has published its “Ins and Outs” for home design in 2025.… Continue reading 11 home design ins and outs for 2025, according to Thumbtack
The leading trends and designs for the cold season
Smokeless smart fireplace Milano Smart Living offers an innovative solution with a bioecological fireplace that combines cold steam technology and LED lighting. Unlike traditional fireplaces, it uses steam to create a flame effect – without soot, smoke or pollution. Its standout feature is its integration into smart home systems, allowing full control via a smartphone.… Continue reading The leading trends and designs for the cold season
Classroom air quality in a randomized crossover trial of portable HEPA air purifiers
Few studies have examined HEPA filtration in a classroom setting. This study aimed to assess whether air purifiers with HEPA filters reduce exposure using a block-randomized crossover study in elementary schools in Los Angeles County that were using existing HVAC systems with MERV 13 filtration due to the COVID-19 pandemic by reducing air pollution in… Continue reading Classroom air quality in a randomized crossover trial of portable HEPA air purifiers
After the 2022 snowstorm, the buffalo couple waited years for the ceilings to be repaired
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — In 2016, Linda Martin paid Erie Construction Midwest of Rochester $40,000 to install a new roof on her Buffalo home. “I was very happy with the work,” said Martin. Martin said she has a 25-year warranty on the roof. When the 2022 Buffalo snowstorm damaged Martin's roof, she called the company.… Continue reading After the 2022 snowstorm, the buffalo couple waited years for the ceilings to be repaired