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UPDATED: 7:33 am EST February 15, 2012

PITTSBURGH -- Residents at a community meeting on the Southside Tuesday night said they're sick of revelers partying and leaving messes behind."You feel like you're a prisoner in your own house," said Southside resident Rob Frank. "Everybody that lives here can probably say the same thing."The homeowners said they don't want to pay for extra security and cleanup."I think the burden of this is being put on the wrong people," one resident said. "It shouldn't be put on the homeowners. I'm not the one peeing in front of my house at night. I'm not the one tearing the bushes out of my yard at night.""It's always scary to think about paying more money," said neighborhood outreach coordinator Susie Puskar. "Realistically, the city isn't going to be able to do any more for the Southside. The Southside has already achieved a certain level of success, and at this point, if people want to see more services, they need to be able to have that control themselves."The residents at the meeting came up with a plan of action called the Southside Improvement District.Property owners, both residential and commercial, would pay an annual fee to receive regular security, litter cleanup, power washing and other services.The fees would be based on the total assessed value of the properties, but they wouldn't be more than $480 annually for residential property owners. Copyright 2012 by WTAE. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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In preparation for the Electrolux (STO:ELUXA)(STO:ELUXB) Annual General Meeting on March 27, the Electrolux Nomination Committee proposes the election of Ronnie Leten and Fredrik Persson as new Board members. The Committee also proposes re-election of Marcus Wallenberg, Lorna Davis, Hasse Johansson, Keith McLoughlin, Ulrika Saxon, Torben Ballegaard Sørensen and Barbara Milian Thoralfsson. Peggy Bruzelius and John S. Lupo have declined re-election to the Board.

Ronnie Leten is President and CEO of Atlas Copco AB, an industrial group with world-leading positions in compressors, expanders and air treatment systems, construction and mining equipment, power tools and assembly systems. For more than 25 years he has served in different executive positions within Atlas Copco, and he has been in his present role since 2009. Leten, born 1956, is a Belgian citizen and holds a Master of Science in Applied Economics from the University of Hasselt, Belgium.

Fredrik Persson is President and CEO of Axel Johnson AB, a group that builds and develops businesses within retail trading and trading-related services in the European market. He is Board Chairman and board member of several companies in the Axel Johnson Group, including Axfood AB, Axstores AB and Mekonomen AB. He is also board member of the Swedish Trade Federation (Svensk Handel), the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise (Svenskt Näringsliv), Svenska Handelsbanken Regionbanken Stockholm and Lancelot Holding AB. Persson, born 1968, is a Swedish citizen and holds a Master of Science in Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics.

The Electrolux Nomination Committee comprises Petra Hedengran (Chairman), Investor AB; Kaj Thorén, Alecta; Marianne Nilsson, Swedbank Robur funds; and Ingrid Bonde, AMF. The committee also includes Marcus Wallenberg and Peggy Bruzelius, Chairman and Deputy Chairman, respectively, of Electrolux.

Electrolux may be required to disclose the information provided herein pursuant to the Securities Market Act. The information was submitted for publication at 09.00 CET on February 15, 2012.

Electrolux is a global leader in household appliances and appliances for professional use, selling more than 40 million products to customers in more than 150 markets every year. The company makes thoughtfully designed, innovative solutions based on extensive consumer research, meeting the desires of today's consumers and professionals. Electrolux products include refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, cookers, air conditioners and small appliances such as vacuum cleaners, all sold under esteemed brands like Electrolux, AEG, Eureka and Frigidaire. In 2011 Electrolux had sales of SEK 102 billion and 58,000 employees. For more information go to http://www.electrolux.com/press and http://www.electrolux.com/news.

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Whether buying or selling, the kitchen is truly the heart of any home. With worn out kitchen cabinets doors, however, a home value can decrease. Some quick tips for replacing old cabinets begin with assessing the current kitchen model.

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Floor & Decor the leader in home decor and flooring helps consumers save with remodeling tips. The company published a new tip regarding kitchen cabinets. Whether buying or selling, the kitchen is truly the heart of any home. With worn out kitchen cabinets doors, however, a home value can decrease. Some quick tips for replacing old cabinets begin with assessing the current kitchen model. Most kitchens employ the efficient “sink-cook top-refrigerator-sink” triangle. Therefore, moving gas lines and plumbing can be costly. The savings obtained from buying discounted kitchen cabinets evaporates additional plumbing work as well. Preserving the best of a current kitchen can save homeowners time and money. New cabinets by design safely accommodated standard sized appliances, while ensuring the homeowner's current appliances are fully functional upon installation.

Next, it is time to measure the area. Kitchen counters are level and plumb, but walls and floors are not always square. This lack of alignment can skew measurements. Homeowners should keep in mind that if floors or walls are severely out of alignment, there may be underlying structural issues in the house. A good cabinets kitchen design store will have detailed instructions on how to take measurements, while offering timely help and reviews.

Finally, homeowners should consider that someday, a realtor will be marketing and selling their home. Just as a home fits a neighborhood, homeowners shouldn't overload the kitchen with unneeded features. Choosing classic colors and styles that fit with the rest of the home. An Early American home needs a kitchen that fits in with that type of architecture. Thinking about the logistics of using the space. The correct placement of the kitchen cabinets makes this easy. Remembering to run through on paper, the process of preparing and serving a meal, then cleaning up after wards. For more information on high quality inexpensive kitchen cabinets, please visit the Floor and Decor cabinets website.

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Officially launched in 2001 with a single outlet in Atlanta, the company has grown to more than 24 retail locations across the nation. Since its inception, Floor & Decor has literally created a new market within the home improvement category. In the process, we've improved the way our customers buy hard flooring products for the home.

It's a more convenient shopping experience. A more inspiring shopping experience. And a more rewarding shopping experience. That's the goal of each of our locations. And it will be the goal of our future locations as well. So come by a Floor & Decor near you today, and experience the difference for yourself.

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Sienna Miller has shown off her baby bump on the red carpet.

The 30-year-old actress and fashion designer began dating actor Tom Sturridge last year and confirmed in January that she was expecting her first child.

Sienna attended The Ever Changing Face of Beauty do at New York's Park Avenue Armory hotel wearing a floor-length, tight-fitting, high-necked black gown which showed off her growing bump for the first time.

She joined guests including Cate Blanchett, Olivia Palermo and Evan Rachel Wood at the unveiling of a video installation by fashion photographer Solve Sundsbo.

The mum-to-be is rumoured to be engaged to The Boat That Rocked star Tom, but she was not wearing a ring on her engagement finger at the event.

The actress said in an interview last year: "I can't wait to be seen as a woman. But I know I probably have to contribute to that with behaviour."

She added: "I think, if you put a camera in anyone's life and document it daily from the age of 21 to 27, there are going to be things that aren't always pretty. Now, I'm much more calm. It feels like a new, more serious decade."

It was announced last month that she and her sister Savannah have stepped down as co-creative directors of their fashion label Twenty8Twelve to focus on other projects, which for Sienna includes becoming a mum.

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Lorain police

Thursday, Feb. 9

9 p.m. — 300 block W. Seventh St., Lisa Flint, 46, 1800 block E. 32nd St., charged with disorderly conduct by intoxication, disorderly conduct persisting and disturbing the peace.

Friday, Feb. 10

9:53 a.m. — 1100 block W. Eighth St., man remodeling a house he owns reported a door ajar and basement window broken out when he returned to work on the structure. Inside, he found copper pipe missing from the basement, along with a $2,000 boat motor and $300 in tools.

12:06 p.m. — 1800 block Lexington Ave., Brian Young, 31, 1800 block Oakdale Ave., charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

6:30 p.m. — 2100 block of Grenoble Drive, home burglarized with entry through sliding glass door and camera, television and video games stolen with total value of $1,100.

11:08 p.m. — Tower Boulevard near Oberlin Avenue, Frances J. Shonebarger, 58, Lorain, charged with operating a vehicle intoxicated and marked lanes.

Saturday, Feb. 11

12:23 a.m. — East 30th Street and Glove Avenue, Evan Williams, 20, Lorain, charged with driving under suspension and running a stop sign.

12:28 a.m. — West 18th Street and Ashland Avenue, man told police he was walking along West 18th Street early Saturday morning when he was assaulted by a man who hit him on the side of the head with an object and ran off. The 50-year-old victim said he fell to his knees from the blow, which cut him above the ear.

10:01 a.m. — 800 block W. 19th St., vacant home broken into through window, copper piping that was removed from basement found. Police said an audible alarm scared off the burglars, causing them to leave the copper piping.

11:21 a.m. — 700 block Brownell Ave., Andrew J. Dillon, 42, homeless, arrested and charged with breaking and entering. Police Sgt. Raymond Farley wrote in his incident report that he caught Dillon in a vacant home cutting copper pipe in the first-floor bathroom. Entry had been made through a broken window.

11:07 p.m. — 1300 block W. Erie Ave., Bruce E. Bowman, 62, same address, arrested and charged with domestic violence. Bowman’s girlfriend said he hit and choked her. Bowman denied assaulting his girlfriend, saying she was mad at him for not giving her money for drugs.

11:45 p.m. — 2600 block Reeves Ave., Montell D. Johnson, 33, 2100 block Beech Ave., Lorain, charged with domestic violence but not arrested. Johnson’s estranged girlfriend said he has been threatening her. The girlfriend’s mother played police a recording of a phone call in which Johnson said, “I guarantee your daughter dies,” police said.

Sunday, Feb. 12

1:04 a.m. — 600 block Brownell St., Ruqqahi E. Bell, 21, same address, charged with domestic violence but not arrested. Bell’s aunt said they argued over the setting of the thermostat in the home. She said Bell then threatened to assault her, broke her bedroom door and poured Comet cleanser and wine over her bed and clothes before fleeing the home.

2:33 a.m. — Mutt & Jeff’s, 3700 Oberlin Ave., man said he was punched and kicked by three men in the kitchen of the bar after he refused to leave. A woman said she was punched and knocked to the ground in the bar’s parking lot by three women. The perpetrators then drove off.

2:42 a.m. — 300 block W. 23rd St., woman said a man she has a temporary protection order against forced his way into her home and took her phone before leaving.

11:26 a.m. — 2900 block Ashland Ave., garage broken into through window, tools stolen.

8:33 p.m. — Mercy Regional Medical Center, 3700 Kolbe Road, woman said her boyfriend held her in the back room of a trailer home in the 5000 block of W. Erie Ave. for three weeks against her will, only letting her out for water and occasional sandwiches. The woman said the boyfriend, whom she said has been using bath salts, eventually allowed her to leave.

9:23 p.m. — Iglesia Luz Del Mundo Church, 221 W. 15th St., Jose Melendez-Perez, 35, 2200 block of Hancock St., Lorain, arrested and charged with assault. Melendez-Perez’s brother-in-law said he was punched in the face by Melendez-Perez during an argument in the church parking lot.

9:48 p.m. — East 28th Street and Elyria Avenue, car stolen from the 2400 block of Lexington Ave. found abandoned in a front yard in the 900 block of W. 22nd St., after police pursuit.

11:42 p.m. — 200 block Root Road, Ronald H. Westmoreland, 50, 800 block of Cooper Foster Road, Amherst, arrested and charged with assault and obstructing official business. Westmoreland’s girlfriend, whom police said had a swollen lip, said he punched her. Police said the girlfriend initially didn’t want to pursue charges but asked to after Westmoreland refused to leave her home with police.

Monday, Feb. 13

11:13 a.m. — 3700 block Beavercrest Drive, apartment burglarized with entry through second-floor window and $600 computer stolen.

3:42 p.m. — 400 block W. 14th St., vacant property burglarized with entry through window and copper piping stolen.

Oberlin police

Sunday, Jan. 22

4:52 p.m. — State Route 58 and U.S. Route 20, Taylor H. Thompson, 20, of Fairfield, Calif., charged with theft and possession of drug paraphernalia and Andre J. Patton, 18, of Cleveland, charged with theft and underage possession of alcohol at Walmart.

Tuesday, Jan. 24

9:59 a.m. — West College Street, police investigate theft complaint at Bead Paradise.

12:48 p.m. — 100 block N. Pleasant St., Langston Middle School student referred to juvenile authorities on disorderly conduct complaint.

3:04 p.m. — 100 block N. Pleasant St., Langston Middle School student referred to juvenile authorities on possession of marijuana complaint.

Wednesday, Jan. 25

4:50 p.m. — 100 block E. College St., assault complaint.

6:07 p.m. — 100 block Maple St., assault complaint.

Thursday, Jan. 26

1:27 p.m. — State Route 58 and U.S. Route 20, Paula D. Hill, 42, of Oberlin, charged with theft and criminal trespassing at Walmart.

Friday, Jan. 27

10:34 a.m. — 100 block N. Prospect St., police assist in psychiatric situation.

Saturday, Jan. 28

11:21 p.m. — 100 block S. Park St., police assist in psychiatric situation.

Monday, Jan. 30

3 p.m. — 300 block Elm St., Shane M. Brandes, 37, of Oberlin, charged with criminal trespassing.

7:56 p.m. — State Route 58 and U.S. Route 20, Matthew R. Adler, 28, of Elyria, charged with theft at Goodwill.

Tuesday, Jan. 31

9:56 a.m. — West College Street, theft reported at Harkness Hall on Oberlin College campus.

Wellington police

Tuesday, Jan. 17

4:50 p.m. — 400 block Magyar St., Steven Hickle, 47, of Wellington, charged with domestic violence after police investigated allegations he fought with family members.

9:48 p.m. — 100 block N. Mill St., woman said someone stole her electric mixer that had been mounted onto a kitchen cabinet.

11:37 p.m. — 200 block N. Main St., assault complaintb but victim declined to press charges.

Thursday, Jan. 19

9:48 p.m. — Main Street, man told police he was robbed of about $200 when someone came behind him outside the Mosey Inn and said “Give me your money.” He said he was scared and never turned around to see who committed the crime. Police were examining video from the bar’s surveillance system.

Friday, Jan. 20

10:05 p.m. — Union and Elm streets, Ryan Voelker, 16, of Oberlin, cited with driving under a license restriction due to three juvenile passengers being in the car with him.

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LAS VEGAS, Feb. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Having a firm belief that Green Energy is a sound investment as a necessity for the world's future energy requirements, City Capital Corporation (PINKSHEETS: CTCC.PK - News) announces that its' wholly owned subsidiary, Strategic Energy and Power (STEP), has hired Richard Greenblatt as Vice President of Sales for its LED lighting division. STEP is a Nevada-based subsidiary that designs, manufactures, distributes and installs commercial solar power generating installations and commercial LED lighting systems, using its patented and licensed technologies.

Richard has over 40 years of automotive dealership experience, with industry contacts throughout the United States. He will lead the sales team in developing the conversion of the automotive dealership market to the use of high efficiency LED technology in both indoor and outdoor lighting. Richard said "LED lighting can save up to 60% of the Showroom floor and outdoor Lot lighting electric costs, which yield a payback of less than 3 years on the conversion capital investment. Monthly savings in electric costs will recover the cost of financing and return additional monthly cash, with 100% of the electric bill savings adding to profits at the end of the three year payoff."

"The company is particularly enthused about its new product line offering - High Efficiency LED Lites for retrofit in existing outdoor installations," said company CEO Donald MacIntyre.  "We're a in the process of retrofitting shopping mall parking lots, industrial complex parking lots and automotive dealerships with energy saving LED fixtures. By utilizing existing fixtures, housings and poles and replacing internal light bulbs and electronics with High Efficiency LED Lites proprietary LED retrofit kits, we minimize the installation cost and reduce energy consumption by up to 60%.  Green Energy is still in its infancy, and we're excited about becoming a leader in this growth industry."

With distribution and installation agreements already in place, the company offers solar and LED installation for both residential and commercial applications around the country. Talks are up-coming with several Native American entities for systems to meet their needs, and plans are underway to bid competitively for governmental contracts.

Safe Harbor Statement- This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934.  Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements.  Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain.  Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation,  ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions.  Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements.  In addition, actual or future results may differ materially from those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, including continued maintenance of favorable license arrangements, success of market research identifying new product opportunities, successful introduction of new products, continued product innovations, sales and earnings growth, ability to attract and retain key personnel, and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending.  Readers are cautioned not o place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.  City Capital Corporation, does not intent to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statement to actual results or to changes in its expectation, except as may be required by law.

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-An All-in-One Bulb and Fixture Now with Dimmable Features-

Taipei, Taiwan - GlacialLight, a sub-division of the experienced technology manufacturer GlacialTech Inc., is pleased to announce the addition of a 6-inch TRIAC-dimmable LED down light - GL-DL06D - to its Capella Series.

The Capella Series has proven to be a high-quality, energy conscience solution for indoor commercial and residential down lights. Now with the introduction of the GL-DL06D, GlacialLight's down lights can now be used in TRIAC dimmable light applications.

The GL-DL06D offers two model options: a low voltage model and a high voltage model respectively supporting 90-132V and 180-264V. The GL-DL06D is also compatible with a multitude of TRIAC dimmers commonly available in the markets.

This Capella Series 6-inch LED dimmable down light consumes only 12W - much less energy than traditional down lights. With no perceptible flickering, GlacialLight's GL-DL06D shines easy-on-the-eyes light for a minimum of 30,000 hours. If used for eight hours a day the GL-DL06D would produce evenly distributed light for over a decade without a need for replacement.

Both the bulb and the fixture, the GL-DL06D LED down light is a trouble-free replacement for outdated traditional lighting. The slim, compact, and fashionable design allows for a perfect flush fit when installing.

GlacialLight's Capella Series dimmable LED down lights contain no hazardous chemical such as mercury, and do not emit harmful UV or IR rays, making them more eco-friendly than traditional lighting fixtures.

Capella Series Dimmable LED Down light Product Features

o For indoor use only

o All-in-one bulb and fixture

o Adjustable dimming ability

o Slim, compact, and fashionable design

o Low power consumption

o No UV or IR radiation

Specifications of the GL-DL06D

Type GL-DL06D-WW GL-DL06D-NW GL-DL06D-CW
Energy Used 12W
Rated Life 30,000 Hours
Input Voltage 100-127V AC / 200-240V AC
Power Factor (PF) 0.9@115V AC / 0.7@230V AC
CCT 3000K 4000K 6000K
Luminous Flux (lm) 560lm 560lm 730lm
Luminous Efficacy 46.7lm/W 46.7lm/W 60.8lm/W
CRI 80 80 70
Bundled Driver TS10P-30L / TS10P-30H
Dimension 180 x 13mm
Beam Angle 120?
Net. Weight 1 PCS with driver = 450g (?10g)

Product photos and detailed specs for GL-DL06D are available at:
http://www.glaciallight.com/products/DL06.htm

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The design of LED lighting products is based on three core technologies including electrical design (LED drivers), mechanical design (cooling devices), and optical design (lamp holders), respectively performed by GlacialPower, GlacialTech, and GlacialLight in the GlacialTech family. With the three core technologies in hand, GlacialTech has integrated all the resources required for exceptional designs and manufactures excellent LED lighting products you can trust.

Advantages and benefits of LED lighting compared to traditional lighting

o Directional lighting: ideal for flashlights/torches and spotlights

o No warm-up time in cold environments: LEDs don't require warm-up time like conventional CFLs

o No harmful radiation and no hazardous metals: LEDs don't emit harmful radiation such as Ultraviolet or Infrared emitting halogen lamps and don't contain hazardous metals such as mercury contained in mercury lamps

o Extremely long lifetimes free users from frequent bulb replacement

o Extremely small carbon footprints: an environmentally-friendly technology

About GlacialLight

GlacialTech Inc., is a diversified provider of cooling, power supply, and PC enclosure solutions for consumer and industrial applications. Having established strong relationships with LED semiconductor Co.'s, thermal, SMPS and mechanism technology leaders worldwide, GlacialTech leverages world-class engineering, efficient manufacturing and highest-quality materials to provide high brightness, low power LED lighting solutions for indoor, outdoor and other customized applications under the GlacialLight brand. Please visit the company homepage at http://www.GlacialLight.com.

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The inreal terminal is an innovation for use in architecture. Users can "access" their future home prior to construction. The key component of the terminal is a head-mounted display, 3D video glasses with integrated high-resolution motion sensors. They measure the position and movement of the head and, thus, allow for an adaptation of virtual environment in real time. Via tablet control, design wishes, such as changes of the wall color, floor cover, or room layout, can be made immediately. The terminal is advantageous for the client and reduces the architect's working time during the planning phase.

The terminal, consisting of the 3D video glasses, controller, 3D display, and tablet, may not only be used by architects, but also for other purposes. Any environment can be "modeled" on the computer and "accessed" via the terminal. "The terminal gives the users an authentic feeling of space due to intuitive navigation," explains Moritz Luck, one of the founders of the spin-off. In the future, the technology shall be developed further for home users.

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inreal Technologies was established in 2010 by the KIT students Thomas Schander, Michael Beyhs, and Moritz Luck. In cooperation with the Institute for Information Management in Engineering (IMI), the young entrepreneurs developed their ideas to maturity. For their innovative approach, they were granted a spin-off stipend under the EXIST program by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology.

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Kolkata, Feb 15: 

Berger paints India Ltd on Wednesday announced its entry into construction chemicals with five products.

It has set up two separate facilities at its paints units at Rishra, near here, and at Pondicherry at a cost of around Rs 10 crore.

Soft launch

The company has begun marketing the new products in Kerala, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.

After a soft launch and stabilisation of distribution through its paints dealer network, it would go in for a nation-wide campaign.

Turnover

Berger expected to record Rs 35 crore construction chemicals retail turnover in financial year 2013, Mr Subir Bose, Managing Director of the company, said.

“We should be happy if we can register a turnover of Rs 100 crore in the first three years”, he added.

The market size of construction chemicals in the country is around Rs 2,000 crore, largely served by small and tiny units.

Four top existing players have a combined market share of 10 per cent, said Mr Avijit Roy, Chief Executive Officer of the company.

Retail segment

“But they operate mainly in the industrial project space. We would not immediately enter this area, but stick to retail segment.

The five Berger construction products include ready mixed polymer modified cement-based adhesive for tiles and a paste/powder for filling the cracks.

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PORTLAND -- The Woodburn Company Stores has announced that it will expand one last time, the addition of 16 stores using up all the available construction space.

Since the popular outlet mall opened in 1999, every three to four years more stores have been added, bringing the current total to 98.

Officials said 90 percent of the 39,000 square feet of new retail space has already sold out.

Construction on the $10 million project started February 6th and should be finished by fall, creating 30 to 50 jobs during that time.

"We're 100-percent occupied in the existing phase and there are others (retailers)  who would like to be here and some great brands are heading our way. The customers demand it, so it's time to build," said Teri Sunderland, General Manger for Woodburn Company Stores.

The expansion will be a mix of many new companies to the area, including Spritz, a brand name fragrance outlet. More names of the retailers slated to take up space will be released in about a month.

Last year more than four million people visited the outlets. The mall expansion should create about 150 new retail jobs.

 

 

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