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Published: Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 4:06 p.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 4:06 p.m.

Several hundred customers, employees and guests gathered Friday at Sam's Club for a grand re-opening ceremony.

The occasion highlighted a six-month store remodeling project and 22 years of doing business in the community.

The 135,000-square-foot membership club outlet, which had its grand opening on Nov. 21, 1991, underwent an overhaul that included major upgrades to the fresh food and produce areas.

The store, open to the public but originally geared with "bulk" packaging toward small businesses, currently employs 216, said store manager Daniel Philipsen.

At least 26 employees of the original opening crew are still working there, according to a press release from a Sam's Club representative.

Ocala Marion County Chamber and Economic Partnership President and CEO Kevin Sheilley praised the outlet, a division of Wal-Mart and named after founder Sam Walton, as a "great place" for employees and part of the retail giant which, when all local stores are considered together, is the "biggest private employer in the county."

Al Dunlap, 76, and his wife, Judy, were the first customers to enter the store following the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday. Al Dunlap thanked the Sam's Club staff for years of service with a wide array of well-displayed products from food to office products.

"I've been coming here for about 10 years. They run a first-class organization," said Dunlap, 76, a West Point graduate, former CEO of several companies and local philanthropist.

Philipsen discussed some highlights of existing and new offering at the store.

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Remodeling a home can be an emotionally stressful experience, putting strain on even the strongest couples. Pulling back the covers on remodeling and relationships, a new survey from Houzz (www.houzz.com), the worlds leading platform for home remodeling and design, reveals that while 46 percent of respondents found the remodeling and redecorating process with their significant other to be collaborative, the same amount found the experience frustrating and 12 percent admit to considering a separation or divorce mid-remodel. In the end, theres no place like a remodeled home, with the vast majority of couples (84 percent) spending more time at home after their remodel.

Conflicting style is a major source of stress as one third of respondents do not like their significant others design style. Theyre not shy about telling their partner, either with 76 percent sharing their opinion with their significant other. But honesty doesnt help get rid of some of their partners favorite items. Forty-two percent of respondents reported being stuck with items they hate but arent allowed to get rid of yet one in five has gone ahead and removed a significant others item without telling them. Forget knickknacks, the most common item creating clashes is old furniture, followed closely by posters and artwork. Some of the other hated items mentioned were antlers and other hunting trophies, wood paneling and old magazines.

While the majority of respondents describe their process as collaborative, when couples cant agree, some partners move ahead on their own. One in five respondents have made a significant decision during the remodel process without telling their partner, from tearing down walls and picking paint colors to choosing furniture and appliances.

Despite the stress of remodeling, home really is where the heart is. Four out of five survey respondents reported feeling more relaxed in their home after completing their project. In addition, 42 percent of respondents do more entertaining and 41 percent report an increase in their level of happiness with their significant other.

"Remodeling can be a stressful time for couples, but our community tells us Houzz serves as a de facto marriage counselor, helping them fall in love all over again, only this time with their homes," said Liza Hausman, VP of Community. "Were providing tools that make the experience collaborative, fun and a whole lot less painful."

Here are a few tips for keeping the peace and even strengthening a relationship during the remodeling and decorating process:

The Remodeling & Relationships Survey is an online survey of Houzz users conducted July 2013. n=1322

About Houzz

Houzz is the leading platform for home remodeling and design, providing people with everything they need to improve their homes from start to finish - online or from a mobile device. From decorating a room to building a custom home, Houzz connects millions of homeowners, home design enthusiasts and home improvement professionals across the country and around the world. With the largest residential design database in the world and a vibrant community powered by social tools, Houzz is the easiest way for people to get the design inspiration, project advice, product information and professional reviews they need to help turn ideas into reality. For more information, visit http://www.houzz.com

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Woodbridge, VA (PRWEB) July 31, 2013

One of the worst nightmares that homeowners have is that their plumbing will become damaged in the middle of the night. They walk downstairs into the basement and discover that there is an inch of water on the floor. They flush the toilet and water begins to leak from around the base. They go to turn on the sprinkler system overnight and they find the yard has been flooded. These are the types of problems that can cause serious issues for the home if they are not fixed right away, but it is not always easy to find a plumber after hours. A Virginia plumber with years of experience handling these situations is 4FastPlumber.

4FastPlumber is a family owned company that has decades of experience in plumbing repairs and new installation. Their philosophy has always been that quality work and fair pricing help to build long-term relationships, and they place an emphasis on customer service. This Virginia plumber understands that the reputation of the company can make or break the business. Customers report nothing but good experiences with this Virginia plumber, as evidenced by their stellar reviews at Angies List.

Even late at night, homeowners can rest assured that they are getting quality work for their money. The staff at 4FastPlumber is exceptionally professional, and they get the job done as quickly and efficiently as possible, something that is even more important during an emergency call at midnight. When the call is placed, one of the service trucks will be dispatched right away, and the work will begin as soon as the truck arrives. The company is fully bonded and insured for all of their work, and they never subcontract the work to another company.

When there is emergency work that needs to be taken care of, homeowners need to call a plumber who is qualified and professional. To meet this need, 4FastPlumber is now proud to be able to offer their services 24/7 to homeowners who need their help. Homeowners will be tempted to call the first company they can find that will come to the site, but unless that plumber is 4FastPlumber, the quality of the work is up in the air. Sometimes the homeowner will call with an issue that does not need to be dealt with right away, and 4FastPlumber may advise the homeowner to avoid using the water and to call back during normal working hours in order to save the homeowner money on the cost of the repairs. When the call is a true emergency, 4FastPlumber gets a truck dispatched faster than almost every other Virginia plumber does.

The plumbing system is the most important system of the home, as it has the potential to cause serious damage to the structure of the home and serious illness to the people living there if the system becomes compromised. Homeowners need to have their plumbing repaired as soon as possible, which can sometimes mean making an emergency call late at night to a Virginia plumber. Homeowners who call 4FastPlumber will speak to a company who specializes in repair services and they will get the work done in the most efficient way possible.

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Chris Hill Thursday, August 1, 2013 9:31 AM

Brecklands cabinet has agreed to end a free service dealing with infestations of rats and mice in a bid to save taxpayers money against the recommendations of fellow councillors.

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The decision was made on Tuesday to withdraw the districts pest control service from April 2014 a move which could save the authority 46,100 per year.

Currently the council, through a contractor, will deal with rodent problems in domestic properties for free, while it charges for the treatment of insects including wasps, fleas and bed bugs. All services are chargeable to commercial properties.

An officers report to the cabinet says money could be saved by stopping the pest control service, and sign-posting people to commercial suppliers instead.

It says this could be achieved without affecting the councils legal obligations, and that the service had not been identified as a priority in its Could We Should We consultations with the public.

But members of the councils overview and scrutiny commission raised concerns about the proposals earlier this month.

A report from the commission says: In particular there was concern that people would be troubled by rats from a neighbouring property where the neighbour was not willing to pay to have the problem treated. It would be incumbent on the council to take action and therefore unlikely that money would be saved.

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Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) August 01, 2013

City & Country Pest Control (http://www.cityandcountrypestcontrol.com), the leader in residential, industrial, and commercial pest eradication and humane wildlife and bird removal, is issuing a warning to residents of the Greater Toronto Area about handling raccoons and other wildlife.

While there is no official count, the Ministry of Natural Resources estimates there are as many as 100 raccoons per square kilometre in Toronto. At roughly 641 square kilometres, that translates into 641,000 raccoons, says Horacio Parreira, owner of City & Country Pest Control. It should be no surprise to learn that Toronto has also been dubbed the unofficial raccoon capital of the world. And summertime is their active season. (Sources: thegridto.com, Midnight Marauders, June 12, 2013; http://www.thegridto.com/city/local-news/midnight-marauders/; cbc.ca, Raccoon Nation, April 21, 2013; http://www.cbc.ca/documentaries/natureofthings/2011/raccoonnation/)

While many residents in the Greater Toronto Area may see raccoons as pests and want to get rid of them, due to Ministry of Natural Resource guidelines and the fact they can be quite unpredictable, aggressive, and carry rabies, removal should be left to trained pest control professionals.

Raccoons may have adapted well to city life in Toronto, but that doesnt mean people can take matters into their own hands, says Horacio. In fact, doing so could lead to fines and charges: earlier this spring, a Toronto man pled guilty to a charge of cruelty to animals for hitting several raccoons with a shovel. After 19 court appearances before the Crown, he was given a conditional discharge that included 100 hours of community service at a humane society shelter. He also had to pay $1,365 to a local wildlife centre, where one of the raccoons he hit was treated for a broken leg. (Source: thestar.com, article, Man who attacked raccoons with a shovel pleads guilty, March 12, 2013; http://www.thestar.com/news/crime/2013/03/12/man_who_attacked_raccoons_with_shovel_pleads_guilty_to_animal_cruelty.html)

When it comes to animals we consider pests, its important to remember that its illegal to fire a gun in Toronto. And any form of lethal force must be humane, Horacio adds. Ministry of Natural Resources guidelines state that using body gripping traps can result in provincial charges with fines up to $5,000, and placing poison out to kill animals can result in criminal charges. (Toronto, Wildlife in the city: Raccoons, http://www.toronto.ca/animal_services/raccoon.htm, last accessed July 31, 2013.)

The experts at City & Country Pest Control recommend proactive measures, including not feeding raccoons, trimming back trees located close to houses, using metal or durable plastic trash contains, and manicuring property to eliminate debris and shelter. But while these methods can help keep raccoons at bay, they might not keep them away entirely.

When it comes to raccoons, the two most important components are removal and keeping them from returning, Horacio concludes. At City & Country Pest Control, we humanely solve raccoon and wildlife problems in the Greater Toronto Area and animal-proof your home or business.

Fully licensed by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment and fully insured, City & Country Pest Control has been successfully providing pest eradication and humane animal and bird removal for residential, commercial, and industrial clients since 1989. Serving clients in the GTA, Golden Horseshoe, Southwestern Ontario, and all of Durham region, City & Country Pest Control prides itself on its quality work, personalized customer care, effective and proactive pest control programs, and exceeding its customers highest expectations. For more information on City & Country Pest Control, visit the companys web site at http://www.CityandCountryPestControl.com, contact them by e-mail at sales(at)cityandcountrypestcontrol(dot)com, or call (905) 455-1102.

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Richmond, VA (PRWEB) August 01, 2013

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, North Americas largest full-service outdoor lighting company announced today the launch of http://www.outdoorlightingfranchise.com, a new franchise recruitment website as part of their larger initiative to secure new franchise locations in territories across the United States and Canada.

Were excited about the experience we are now able to provide to prospective candidates and those wanting to learn more about the Outdoor Lighting Perspectives franchise opportunity, said Rich Young, Vice President for the brand.

At close to 50 franchise locations around the United States and Canada and two international locations, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives is the leading outdoor lighting expert with more than 100,000 outdoor lighting installations including residential, commercial, LED & holiday lighting.

Weve worked hard to earn our reputation for uncompromising professionalism, unparalleled service and exquisite lighting design. We are extremely proud of this business and are pleased at how the new website showcases the opportunity while providing prospective candidates the information they need to decide if this is something that could be a fit for them, explained Young.

The site features a step-by-step process explaining the franchise opportunity from both a new business and business diversification perspective.

Young is excited about the growth of the outdoor lighting category and what Outdoor Lighting Perspectives is able to bring to the table for people considering franchising opportunities. For the right candidate, the time to add outdoor lighting to an existing business or to embark on a new business venture is now. Young went on to say there are several attractive markets with existing client bases, most notably in Northern Virginia, Dallas and Atlanta.

More information can be found at http://www.outdoorlightingfranchise.com.

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LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Interior designer Nate Berkus has been adding fantasy to homes for 16 years, inspiring people with just the right creative touch. But he's been a dog-lover even longer, and he's turning his design expertise to a half-million-dollar fantasy dog park.

Berkus, 41, has joined the creative team for the 2014 Beneful Dream Dog Park Contest. Contestants have to answer one question: "If you had $500,000 to create a Dream Dog Park where you and your best buddy can play together, what would you do?"

In Lancaster, Pa., the answer included a doggy amusement park with a tennis ball tree and a 40-foot roller coaster bridge. The park there -- the third contest winner -- opens Aug. 6.

The first park was built in Johns Creek, Ga., with a family destination theme and includes a bone-shaped bridge, two splash pads, tunnels, rubberized mulch paths and shade trees. The second park in Alabaster, Ala., has synthetic turf, agility rings, a walking trail, a fetch football field, fire hydrant goalposts and a mulch adventure path with tunnels, said Brent Gleckler, brand director for Beneful dog food.

"There is nothing I love more than being with my dog," Berkus said of sidekick Tucker, a black mutt. Together, they visit a dog park nearly every night.

The parks in Alabaster and Johns Creek have been tourist magnets. In Georgia, the city had to make 72 new parking spaces next to the park to accommodate visitors.

In Alabama, people take good care of the park,

The dog park is part the city's flagship Veteran's Park, with a ball field complex, 2.5-mile walking trail, eight pavilions with picnic tables, two playgrounds, a skateboard park and veteran's memorial, Hamm said.

Every day, they get calls from tourists asking about hours and directions.

"The more people that come to our city, the more people will stop, eat and buy gas. We are all for that. Out-of-town users are great," Hamm said. "Anybody who wants to come, we more than welcome them in town."

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