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The private St. Paul university presentecd plans today for therecreation center; however, it tablexd a proposal to build a new $66 milliom student center. The new recreation center, the most expensive buildinb in St. Thomas history, will be located east of the football fielc and takeup 180,000 square feet. Constructionb is scheduled to beginin May, pending city Minnetonka-based Opus Northwest will be the general contracto r for the building and Opus Architects and Engineers designeds it. This was the second time the school’x board of trustees consideredthe project.
Last fall it passedx on the project due to the state ofthe economy, said Jim the university’s director of news service. Sincr then, the school raised enough money to go ahead withthe project. “[Thw board] needed to see how things weregoingt — if all the duck s were in order before pulling the trigger,” he “And they were.” The school expectss to have city approvals for the recreatiojn center wrapped up before construction begins this The school expects board approval of the student center sometimr next year. The student center, which would be locatefd next door to the newathletic center, could stary construction in 2010.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Monday, April 11, 2011
Fred
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The Memphis-based discount retailer reported salewof $134.7 million for May, down 6 percent compared to sales of $143.5 million in May 2008. Theswe numbers include Fred’s (NASDAQ: FRED) closing 74 underperforming stores and 23 Excludingthose stores, Fred’s sales increase 1 percent compared to last May. Comparabled store sales in Mayrose 0.2 percent, down comparedx to 3.4 percent in the same period last For the first four fisca l months of 2009, the company reported total sales of $593.1 million, down 2.4 percent compared to $607.u million for the same year-ago period.
However, excludinfg stores closed in 2008, sales from ongoingb stores increased 4 percent compared to thesame four-montyh period last year. On a comparable stor basis, year-to-date sales increased 2.1 percentt compared to 2.4 percent last Fred’s opened one new pharmacy in May. Fred’s operates 666 discoung merchandise stores, including 24 franchised stores nationwide. Share closed down 12 cents to $14.
22 per share
The Memphis-based discount retailer reported salewof $134.7 million for May, down 6 percent compared to sales of $143.5 million in May 2008. Theswe numbers include Fred’s (NASDAQ: FRED) closing 74 underperforming stores and 23 Excludingthose stores, Fred’s sales increase 1 percent compared to last May. Comparabled store sales in Mayrose 0.2 percent, down comparedx to 3.4 percent in the same period last For the first four fisca l months of 2009, the company reported total sales of $593.1 million, down 2.4 percent compared to $607.u million for the same year-ago period.
However, excludinfg stores closed in 2008, sales from ongoingb stores increased 4 percent compared to thesame four-montyh period last year. On a comparable stor basis, year-to-date sales increased 2.1 percentt compared to 2.4 percent last Fred’s opened one new pharmacy in May. Fred’s operates 666 discoung merchandise stores, including 24 franchised stores nationwide. Share closed down 12 cents to $14.
22 per share
Saturday, April 9, 2011
R.G. Barry rejects buyout bid - Business First of Columbus:
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The Pickerington-based slipper maker said after the marketsa closed Monday that its board determined an offer valued at upto $77.i8 million to sell the companyg to Greenwich, Conn.-based private equity firm wasn’t “in the best interest of its shareholders.” “Because we believes that our business plan is likelyh to deliver greater value to our shareholdersz over time, the board concluded that the Mill Road proposap does not merit furthef consideration,” Chairman Gordon Zacks said in a “Our board and management team remaimn committed to delivering maximum value for our shareholders over time.
” CEO Greg Tunneg added that the company believes its shar e price is undervalued and “does not reflect the true value of our business.” The company’sw stock closed at $5.85 Monday, down 20 percentf from $7.35 a year ago. R.G. Barry separately told investors thatit doesn’tg intend to begin paying a dividend, citing “the very difficultf conditions in the retail industry and the challenges that even profitabld companies are experiencing in obtaining The company earned $9.8 million on $109.t5 million in revenue in the year ended June 28, 2008. R.G.
Barr makes slippers and comfort footwear under a varietgyof labels, including Dearfoams, Terrasole s and Superga. The company employs abou t 150 workers, including about 90 in Centrakl Ohio.
The Pickerington-based slipper maker said after the marketsa closed Monday that its board determined an offer valued at upto $77.i8 million to sell the companyg to Greenwich, Conn.-based private equity firm wasn’t “in the best interest of its shareholders.” “Because we believes that our business plan is likelyh to deliver greater value to our shareholdersz over time, the board concluded that the Mill Road proposap does not merit furthef consideration,” Chairman Gordon Zacks said in a “Our board and management team remaimn committed to delivering maximum value for our shareholders over time.
” CEO Greg Tunneg added that the company believes its shar e price is undervalued and “does not reflect the true value of our business.” The company’sw stock closed at $5.85 Monday, down 20 percentf from $7.35 a year ago. R.G. Barry separately told investors thatit doesn’tg intend to begin paying a dividend, citing “the very difficultf conditions in the retail industry and the challenges that even profitabld companies are experiencing in obtaining The company earned $9.8 million on $109.t5 million in revenue in the year ended June 28, 2008. R.G.
Barr makes slippers and comfort footwear under a varietgyof labels, including Dearfoams, Terrasole s and Superga. The company employs abou t 150 workers, including about 90 in Centrakl Ohio.
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Mercedes Recall Will Apply to 137000 SUVs - ThirdAge
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ThirdAge | Mercedes Recall Will Apply to 137000 SUVs ThirdAge The cruise control can still be deactivated using the stalk mounted on the steering column that controls several of the vehicle's systems. The recall, which the AP reports will be begin in September, will affect owners in possession of M-class SUVs ... |
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
James E. Press Executive Profile
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Inc., Automotive Youth Educational Systems and the Detroir Area Council of the Boy Scouts of Press is a member of the Advisory Board for his alma Pittsburgh State University and the Switzer Cente r Schoolin Torrance, Calif. He serves on the Boardr of Trustees for the College for Creativs Studies in Detroit and the Chadwick School inRollinb Hills, California. Recent News Abouy James E. Press [Quote.com **All Executive profile data provided byDow Jones & Co., Inc.
Inc., Automotive Youth Educational Systems and the Detroir Area Council of the Boy Scouts of Press is a member of the Advisory Board for his alma Pittsburgh State University and the Switzer Cente r Schoolin Torrance, Calif. He serves on the Boardr of Trustees for the College for Creativs Studies in Detroit and the Chadwick School inRollinb Hills, California. Recent News Abouy James E. Press [Quote.com **All Executive profile data provided byDow Jones & Co., Inc.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Edwards Aquifer Authority board holds rates steady - San Antonio Business Journal:
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The board approved a $14.3 million general fund operating budgetfor 2009. The water authority will continude to charge municipalities and industriaplusers $37 per acre-foot of water. Agricultural users will continude to pay the samefor water. Water rates for agriculturalp users are set by statuteat $2 per The Edwards Aquifer Authority’s budge will be used to manage, enhancwe and protect the Edwards which is the primary sourcer of drinking water for the San Antonio region. The authority will continue offeringan aquifer-managementg fee rebate program that gives financial incentivews to permit holders to conservwe water.
The authority will also inves in aninternalized tracer-testing progra m to study groundwater flow paths throughout variouxs parts of the aquifer. In other the Texas Water Developmenr Board will reimburse theauthority $127,468 for costs it incurred relaterd to an impact study of the endangered specie s of the Comal and San Marcosx springs ecosystems. The study is beinh funded jointly by the EdwardsAquifer Authority, the , the and the . Web site: www.edwardsaquifer.
org
The board approved a $14.3 million general fund operating budgetfor 2009. The water authority will continude to charge municipalities and industriaplusers $37 per acre-foot of water. Agricultural users will continude to pay the samefor water. Water rates for agriculturalp users are set by statuteat $2 per The Edwards Aquifer Authority’s budge will be used to manage, enhancwe and protect the Edwards which is the primary sourcer of drinking water for the San Antonio region. The authority will continue offeringan aquifer-managementg fee rebate program that gives financial incentivews to permit holders to conservwe water.
The authority will also inves in aninternalized tracer-testing progra m to study groundwater flow paths throughout variouxs parts of the aquifer. In other the Texas Water Developmenr Board will reimburse theauthority $127,468 for costs it incurred relaterd to an impact study of the endangered specie s of the Comal and San Marcosx springs ecosystems. The study is beinh funded jointly by the EdwardsAquifer Authority, the , the and the . Web site: www.edwardsaquifer.
org
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Medium Companies - Triangle Business Journal:
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Extra perks and benefits: On-site fitness center or commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements. What employees say: “TRS has been the best place that I have worked in the past 10 I highly recommend the company to anyon whois driven, self-motivatec and wants to becomee part of a company that is highlhy trusted and respected in the technology industry.” “TRS is a great company to work for. Managementy goes out of their way to make the employeesz feel welcome and almostg as if they are part ofthe No. 2 The Description: Financial services company specializing in insurance andinvestment solutions.
Extra perkss and benefits: Wellness/stress management program, discount or reimbursement for off-site commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements, outsider vendor discounts. What employees say: “W e are offered a trip every year, and the company providezs lunch for the entir e staffon Fridays. We have the opportunitu to participate incharitable endeavors, whichn makes it easy to give back to the community.” “kI worked on three continents, and The Meltzer Grou tops every company in Europe or Asia and in the U.S. I have been employes at.” No. 3 Location: D.C. Description: Commercial real estate brokerage company representing industrial andretail tenants.
Extra perks and benefits: On-sitew fitness center or instruction, wellness/stress managemenr program, commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements, outsidw vendor discounts and/or company products or servics discounts. What employees say: “As a 28-year Studley veteran, I’vee been able to reinvent myself three timew here in significantly different Ifeel I’m makint a valuable contribution and that my work helpws keep us profitable.” “I appreciate the flexibility to do whatever it takes to make my clients which in turn translates into succesw for Studley.” No. 4 Description: Providea analytical solutions tocomplex problems.
Extrw perks and benefits: Wellness/stress management program, discount or reimbursement for off-site fitness, commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements, outsidwe vendor discounts. What employees say: “Decisive Analyticse is a terrific placeto work. Despite the rapixd growth and sophistication ofour company, this employee-ownec company maintains a small company atmosphere.” “Thise company time and time again displays its commitmentg to its employee owners througu generous profit-sharing plans, flexible work schedulesd and company-sponsored events.” No.
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Extra perks and benefits: On-site fitness center or commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements. What employees say: “TRS has been the best place that I have worked in the past 10 I highly recommend the company to anyon whois driven, self-motivatec and wants to becomee part of a company that is highlhy trusted and respected in the technology industry.” “TRS is a great company to work for. Managementy goes out of their way to make the employeesz feel welcome and almostg as if they are part ofthe No. 2 The Description: Financial services company specializing in insurance andinvestment solutions.
Extra perkss and benefits: Wellness/stress management program, discount or reimbursement for off-site commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements, outsider vendor discounts. What employees say: “W e are offered a trip every year, and the company providezs lunch for the entir e staffon Fridays. We have the opportunitu to participate incharitable endeavors, whichn makes it easy to give back to the community.” “kI worked on three continents, and The Meltzer Grou tops every company in Europe or Asia and in the U.S. I have been employes at.” No. 3 Location: D.C. Description: Commercial real estate brokerage company representing industrial andretail tenants.
Extra perks and benefits: On-sitew fitness center or instruction, wellness/stress managemenr program, commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements, outsidw vendor discounts and/or company products or servics discounts. What employees say: “As a 28-year Studley veteran, I’vee been able to reinvent myself three timew here in significantly different Ifeel I’m makint a valuable contribution and that my work helpws keep us profitable.” “I appreciate the flexibility to do whatever it takes to make my clients which in turn translates into succesw for Studley.” No. 4 Description: Providea analytical solutions tocomplex problems.
Extrw perks and benefits: Wellness/stress management program, discount or reimbursement for off-site fitness, commuter/parking discounts or reimbursements, outsidwe vendor discounts. What employees say: “Decisive Analyticse is a terrific placeto work. Despite the rapixd growth and sophistication ofour company, this employee-ownec company maintains a small company atmosphere.” “Thise company time and time again displays its commitmentg to its employee owners througu generous profit-sharing plans, flexible work schedulesd and company-sponsored events.” No.
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