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TLC REVEALS THE HIDDEN LIVES OF HOARDERS IN HOARDING: BURIED ALIVE Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:16PMThe eight-part series premieres Sunday, March 14 at 10:00/9:00c.
Banish Seven Bad Tech Habits Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:18PMYou floss daily, rotate your tires regularly, file your taxes on time, and exercise at least twice a week. In other words, you have lots of good habits. But when it comes to technology, well, we need to talk. You know all the icons cluttering your desktop, and the passwords you keep in Notepad, and the half-baked backup you make once a month? Those are the results of bad habits--and they're not ...
Use the Stock Theory of Decluttering to Clean Your House [Clutter] Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:49AM# clutter We become invested in our junk, through the price we paid when we bought it and brought it home, and we're loathe to look at that as wasted money. Use the "Stock Theory of Decluttering" to help purge your junk. More »
MOMSLIKEME: Tips and tricks for controlling clutter Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:08AMWhat makes organization easy for you? Read a list of 10 tips and share your own.
Find the right real estate stager Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:07PMBuyers in some areas complain about walking into an open house and finding dirty laundry in bedrooms. In places like the San Francisco Bay Area, so many listings are well presented for sale that sellers who don't stage their homes are at a disadvantage.
Dude, wheres my car? Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:18AMIf the memory of parking your car in the garage is a distant one, could it be that the current assemblage of gardening tools, bicycles and recycling bins is the problem?
March 8, 2010 Issue Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:17AMTemps in the 40s? Time for a dip!
Pam Rainey: Cutting clutter not easy Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 12:45AMRecently I've looked around and about the home my husband built 27 years ago, where we still live. When our home was new, it was alive with small children, their friends and family gatherings. Now we are empty-nesters and our home has grown quiet. But we sure have a lot of stuff. Most of it isn't ours, it seems. Sure, we have plenty of things we've collected over the years, but as we get older ...
Consignment shops thrive Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:09PMSpring's approach means decluttering closets and updating wardrobes. Traverse City's consignment shops offer a two-fold way to save the billfold.
OU-L conference seeks to empower women Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:46AMThe theme of Friday's conference was "Empowering Women for Change." OU-L hosted several workshops throughout the daylong conference that dealt with topics such as decluttering one's life, relieving stress and navigating the job market.
Timing is key in very hot real estate market Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:06AMFor risk-takers, delaying until later in March or April could yield intense response and higher rewards. But if you wait too long, you might pay for it later on.
Brightening up your home for a quick sale Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:04AMGetting your home ready for sale can take anywhere from one to six months. Make a list of both major and minor jobs. Tackle big projects first.
6 ways to boost curb appeal Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:08PMIf you're thinking of listing your home this spring, now is the time to be thinking about one of the most important elements of real estate marketing: curb appeal. It's your one and only chance to make a first impression on a potential buyer, so make it a good one!
The big purge Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 9:03PMEver fantasized about ditching more than half your stuff? It was the house that had everything.
Boonsboro calendar Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:36PMMarch 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6: Toddler time for ages 18 to 36 months, Boonsboro Library, 11 a.m.
Kijiji.Com Finds That Couples Cohabiting Leads to Clutter Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 12:34PMSAN JOSE, Calif.----When a couple decides to take the next step in their relationship and move in together, it should be a joyous occasion. However, a recent survey conducted by www.Kijiji.com, eBay’s free, local classifieds Web site and Chadwick Martin Bailey, a custom research and consulting firm, found that cohabiting often leads to clutter, which can actually put a ...
Lansing-area hotels part of three-year, $1 billion renovation effort Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:01AMHoliday Inn and Holiday Inn Express are hoping travelers that haven't seen the inside of the hotel chain in a while are ready to give them a second look now.
New titles cover personal finance from all angles Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:01AMFinancial well-being can be reached from a variety of paths. Several are charted out by money experts in new personal finance books.
Deep cleaner can remove embedded floor dirt Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 5:35AMQ: Two years ago, we had our floors refinished, and they were beautiful. Several months ago, however, we hired a cleaner who used a product that essentially ruined the floors. The cleaner didn't sweep before applying the product, Quick Shine, and thus dust, dirt and dog hair have been embedded in the floor and surface.
Unorganized? A course is available in Parma Heights to help get you organized Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 8:19AMA course about how to organize your home or office will be offered by the Continuing Education Department at Parma City School District beginning March 4 from 6-8 p.m. at Valley Forge High School, 9999 Independence Blvd., Parma Heights.
Wal-Mart profit rises 22 percent for 4th quarter Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 4:28PMNEW YORK (AP) -- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at U.S. Walmart stores for the first time.
Despite sales decline, Walmart posts earnings increase of 22% Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 6:06AMNEW YORK -- Walmart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at U.S. Walmart stores for the first time.
Metro Detroit designers offer quick fixes to update your rooms Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 12:04AMYou don't need Botox to boost the appeal of your home. Just add fresh paint, accent pillows, new window treatments and updated lighting and you'll take 10 years off, guaranteed. And, happily in this unhappy economy, refreshing your home needn't cost a fortune.
Wal-Mart Profit Rises 22 Percent for Q4 Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 12:03AMNEW YORK (AP) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell a....
Wal-Mart Profit Rises 22 Percent Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 11:32PMNEW YORK (AP)- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at its namesake U.S. division for the first time in memory.
Home Q&A: Resolve mold problem before repainting Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 11:28PMQ:I would like to repaint my kitchen but have a question. The walls have some mold on them despite the use of a dehumidifier in the basement. Is there an additive or special paint I can use to prevent mold and fungus buildup with the new paint? Answer: According to the experts—residential painters and remodeling contractors—you’ll have to first determine the cause of the moisture that provides ...
Wal-Mart Quarterly Sales Drop First Time Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 10:24PMBy ANNE D'INNOCENZIO THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK | Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at U.S. Walmart stores for the first time. Still, overseas growth and a concerted cost-cutting campaign pushed profit up 22 percent.
Coeur d'Alene Press Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 2:25PMMatt Slocum FILE - In this Dec. 19, 2009 file photo, a shopper exits a Wal-Mart store during a winter storm in Philadelphia. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. said Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, its fourth-quarter profit rose 22 percent as the world's largest retailer cut costs and slimmed down its inventories.
Wal-Mart profit rises 22 percent for 4Q Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 2:09PMWal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at its namesake U.S. division for the first time in memory.
Wal-Mart profit up 22% despite first quarterly sales drop at U.S. stores Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 1:54PMWal-Mart Stores, one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at U.S. Walmart stores for the first time.
Wal-Mart profit rises 22 percent for 4Q Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 1:47PMTighter inventory controls helped Wal-Mart Stores earn more than Wall Street forecast in its second quarter, but the key barometer of same-stores sales fell at the world's largest retailer -- a worris...
Wal-Mart feels the pinch, but profit still up Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 11:41AMNEW YORK — Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at its namesake U.S. division for the first time in memory. Still, overseas growth and a concerted...
Even Wal-Mart feels recession's pinch as Q4 sales fall Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 10:54AMWal-Mart Stores Inc. were not immune to feeling the pinch of the U.S. recession, but its fourth quarter profit still rose 22 percent.
HGTV's FrontDoor.com Identifies Top 10 Tips for Staging a Home Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 8:00AMKNOXVILLE, Tenn.----In today’s housing market, competition is fierce for all home sellers. Staging a house appropriately can encourage the best offers and a faster sale. HGTV’s FrontDoor.com identifies the top 10 tips to take a house from unsellable to irresistible.
Wal-Mart profit rises 22 percent for 4Q Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 7:15AMWal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the recession's biggest beneficiaries, felt the pinch during the fourth quarter as quarterly sales fell at its namesake U.S. division for the first time in memory. Still, overseas growth and a concerted cost-cutting campaign... Wal-Mart - Retail - Business - Allegedly Unethical Firms - Asda
Brit design awards include Alexander McQueen nomination Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 2:17PMThe late fashion designer, Alexander McQueen, is nominated for a top design award for 2010.
Are unused items around your home causing strain on your relationship? Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 6:15AMWe all know that money is one issue that often leads to stress in relationships, but many people might not realize that unused items lying around the house can add to anxieties.
Helping you sell items online Friday, February 12, 2010 @ 7:16PMAdvertising your stuff on Craigslist or eBay is one thing. Actually selling it is another. So we asked DIY expert and author Bruce Johnson ("The Weekend Refinisher" and "The Wood Finisher") for advice on how to produce postings that will lure buyers and help...
So where are Martin Amis’s female supporters? Friday, February 12, 2010 @ 3:59AMNot for the first time, a Martin Amis novel has divided the critics. Some think his latest novel, The Pregnant Widow, is worthy of this year's Booker Prize, others think it falls far short of his early work and lurches between farce and portentousness.
New Management at the Walnut Ridge Airport Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 7:05PMThere's a new name on the manager's office door at the Walnut Ridge Regional Airport. Native son Mitch Whitmire has taken over the job from Ken Newcom who resigned late last year.
Ask the Realtor: No toes in the water Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMThis market is not for sissies. It’s not for the faint-hearted who can’t take low-ball offers without getting red in the face and shouting, “That’s insulting!” and turning their backs with arms crossed to a brash buyer.
FOX Files - Hoarders Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 10:17PMWhen You Don't Know When To Stop And Collecting Becomes An Addiction Thanks, in part to the popularity of shows about hoarding on cable TV, the problem is getting much attention these days. The problem is considered a mental illness, and typically manifests itself by an individual collecting excessive amounts of often useless material, sometimes even trash, often to the point of making rooms in ...
Stay Ahead By Cleaning Bit By Bit Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 12:20PMFran Castellanos has been a cleaning expert for more than 65 years. After decades of decluttering, wiping, mopping, vacuuming and conquering every cleaning challenge thrown at her, you'd think the energetic soon-to-be octogenarian would retire.
Stay Ahead By Cleaning Bit By Bit Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 12:14PMAre you usually overwhelmed by the mess around your home? Find out how to tackle the mess without breaking a sweat, and spend your down-time relaxing, not cleaning.
New Year, New You - Part 2 Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 1:11AMIn part one of our New Year, New You feature in last week’s inSide Drumheller, you will have hopefully found a few ideas to get you started on becoming a healthier person and what is available in the valley to help you achieve this.
A pro’s tips for clearing clutter from your home Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 2:31AMPeggy Gardiner explains how she organizes her garage at her Riverbank, Calif., home. Gardiner teaches classes on how to declutter your home.
Decluttering made easy Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 1:12AMIf you're still hanging on to clothes you haven't worn in years or textbooks from your college days, it's time to stop the hoarding.
Give your home a good look before selling a good look before selling Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 6:07PMThe basics
Holiday Inns Relaunch With New Rooms, Emphasis on Customer Service Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 8:09PMBy SUZETTE PARMLEY THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER Since Day One, says Terese Roseau, a banker from St. Johns, Antigua, she has felt a special connection with the staff at Philadelphia's Holiday Inn Express Midtown hotel.
Seminar for seniors Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 5:35PMThe Prince George Chateau invites everyone interested to attend lunch and an information session Saturday which is geared to seniors and retirement.At 2 p.m. Irene Warren will speak on choosing the right place to live.At 2:30 p.m. Jeannie Gow will talk about decluttering, downsizing and decorating.At 3 p.m. Janine Shiels will tell about seven ways retired people can cut taxes to make their money ...