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Park Forest neighbors seeking end of drainage ditch flooding

- August 2, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

Updated: Friday, August 1 2014, 04:58 PM EDT

Reported By: Erin Calandra Written By: Marc Stempka

PATTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. -- Check the ditch. That is what some Centre County residents said they need to do every time it rains in their neighborhood, and they say they're sick of doing that and want a retaining wall to help keep water out of their property.

Carolynn Stoicheff has lived on Douglas Drive in the Park Forest area of Patton Township for years. She said her home has been flooded three times and her yard is routinely flooded by heavy rains because of an overflowing drainage ditch in her backyard.

Several years ago, Patton Township officials started construction on a retaining wall for the "Douglas Ditch," as residents call it, to keep the water off of properties. Stoicheff said the wall stops at her property, and wants the wall to be continued.

"Because where the retaining wall ends, it's almost like it pushes [the water] through the yard," Stoicheff said. "We've ripped carpet out, replaced carpet. We've sucked water out of our house."

Stoicheff said if the retaining wall is continued past their properties and down to others from hers, the flooding would all but stop.

The ditch is about four feet deep and is a drainage way for the neighborhood, starting from Park Forest Middle School to the other side of Atherton Street.

Patton Township Manager Doug Erickson said the ditch is the primary area for water to flow.

"It drains several hundred acres upstream of there," Erickson said. "On big storms we can get some flooding."

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Construction halted on new downtown diner over sidewalk width

- August 2, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -

Construction on a new 24-hour restaurant has been halted until a decision is made on how wide the sidewalk around the business will be to meet MDHA requirements.

The Diner would be a four- level restaurant serving food 24-hours a day at the corner of Demonbreun and Third Avenue South.

The restaurant is being opened by the owners of Tootsies Orchid Lounge, Rippys Bar and Grill and Honky Tonk Central on Broadway.

However, The Diner will not be a honky tonk, nor will it feature live music, according to General Manager Jonathon Scott who is helping with the design and layout of the restaurant.

I was super excited. It was right in my wheel house, he said. I am a food guy. I worked at The Palm and Steakhouse for the majority of my career, so I was excited to have the chance to be a part of the 24-hour diner.

Owners of The Diner told News 2 during construction, NES required the builders to construct an underground vault to house transformers.

During construction of the vault, the walls of the building became unstable and the crew demolished them. That meant the majority of the building was demolished and changed how Metro classified the construction project.

Initially, the owners planned to keep more than 50% of the existing structure, so the city classified the project as a remodel.

Once the majority of the building was gone, the city then classified the building project as new construction. That then gave MDHA jurisdiction over the project because MDHA oversees the Rutledge Hill Redevelopment District where The Diner would be located.

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New Book, Learning to Breathe by Susan Fries Wins Honorable Mention in the 2014 San Francisco Book Festival

- August 2, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

Mission Hills, CA (PRWEB) August 01, 2014

Susan Fries a.k.a The Termite Lady has been around the pest control business for over thirty years. Inspired and motivated by her son who suffered from symptoms of chronic asthma, Sue Fries approached the pest management industry like only a mother would by providing effective non-chemical alternatives. In what might sound like a page out of a sci-fi novel, her company, Ecola Termite and Pest Control Management, utilizes alternative methods like Ecola HEAT (TM), the Electro-Gun and microwave technology to rid her customers homes of termites and other pesky pests. And, although many national companies successfully use alternative methods for controlling termites, Sue Fries and ECOLA Termite and Pest consider themselves to be The Alternative Methods Specialists. By using a combination of treatment techniques Ecola believes that they can be more effective in controlling termites in most structures with the least amount of chemicals in our environment.

Susan Fries summarizes Ecolas approach in four easy steps: smart choice, simple solutions, problem solved, mother approved. As simple as that customers are provided with a variety of options for controlling their pest issues, in simple terms that anyone can understand, pests are eliminated and customers with children, pets or chemical sensitivities can rest easy knowing that Ecola has utilized the most effective alternative solutions available.

As an accomplished author, Ms. Fries in her new book, Learning to Breathe (http://suefries.com/book/), uncovers her familys heart-felt journey caring for her son who suffered from asthma, a chronic and life-threatening disease. Determined not to become a victim, Sue sought out to learn everything she could about the causes of and the prevention for suspected indoor allergens all associated with asthmatic conditions. Not only does the book provide insight into the causes and prevention of the disease, but it supports other parents with the wisdom, passion and faith to save the lives of their own children. As a new author Susan Fries states that she was ecstatic to receive an honorable mention in the 2014 San Francisco Book Festival for Learning to Breathe.

In addition to running Southern Californias leading alternative termite and pest control company, authoring a book what more could possibly fill Susans schedule? The Sue Fries show airs weekly in the San Diego, Los Angeles and Central California radio markets where Ms. Fries tackles the pursuit of passion, purpose and connection with her own life stories, analogies and those of her frequent live guests. Podcasts are available at http://www.SUEFRIES.com. What more? Susan also competes as a professional dancer and recently filmed an Ecola Termite and Pest Control commercial paying homage to her other profession, http://youtu.be/4sZm6m0d6TM.

Ecola Termite and Pest Control is a charitable organization led by the giving spirit of its owner. Ecola is a proud partner of the Los Angeles Community Outreach Center, Cloud & Fire, Union Rescue Mission and Hope Gardens. Not only is Ecola an active participant in your community, but it initiates proactive opportunities for others who have made a strong impact. This giving spirit is exemplified by Ecolas recent Pastor Appreciation Giveaway, where Ecola gifted a pest control service to a well-deserving pastor. ECOLA aims to help your community, one home at a time.

What makes Ecola Termite and Pest Control a special organization? Sue Fries states it best, Ecola is your best choice for family and environmentally friendly alternative treatments. Let us be your 1st choice or your second opinion!

ECOLA SERVICES, INC. is licensed by the Structural Pest Control Board of California, a division of the Department of Consumer Affairs, by ETEX LTD., the manufacturer of the Electro-Gun equipment and by TPE for the ECOLA Heat treatment process. ECOLA SERVICES, INC. is fully bonded and insured.

Ecola Termite and Pest Control can be reached at (800)332-BUGS or http://www.ecolatermite.com. For more information regarding Susan Fries or the Sue Fries Show, please visit suefries.com.

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Pest-preventing plants: Some species repel mosquitoes, fleas, other critters

- August 2, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

Borage

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* Borage. Deters hornworms and cabbage worms and can be used as an herb for teas, tinctures and leafy green recipes.

* Chrysanthemums. They contain pyrethin, which is toxic to insects but safe for human and animal consumption. You can also make a tea from the flowers and use it on root nematodes and to repel Japanese beetles.

* Clover. Use it around cabbage to prevent cabbageworm and aphids from taking hold.

* Lavender. Used to repel fleas, moths, mosquitoes and other common pests. Its also pretty and is used in everything from potpourri to tea and baked goods to frosting. And it smells good.

* Marigolds. Use the scented varieties of marigolds to deter pests. The French Marigold variety, for example, is recommended for keeping whiteflies away from tomatoes, and marigolds also protect the health of the soil under the plants.

Source: organicauthority.com

Basil: (aphids)

Chives: (aphids)

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National Rescue Emergency Pest Controller – Video

- August 2, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

National Rescue Emergency Pest Controller
CALL: 1300 411 444 for an Emergency Pest Controller http://nationalrescue.com.au/providers/pest-controller/ Do you urgently need a Pest Controller for your home or business? Look no further...

By: National Rescue

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