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Masturbating man interrupts forum on Charlottesville jail renovation

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A contentious community forum on proposed renovations to Charlottesville’s jailhouse got off to a rocky start Thursday evening, when a participant who had joined virtually via Zoom appeared to be vigorously masturbating on camera.Twenty minutes into the hybrid meeting, those attending in-person at Carver Recreation Center noticed unusual sounds, including moans, coming from the speaker of the computer being used to broadcast the session to a virtual audience.The sounds began to present a clear distraction for the audience as well as Albemarle Charlottesville Regional Jail Superintendent Martin Kumer, who was leading the forum designed to educate the public…

Toshiba ESS to help renovate 45-MW geothermal power plant in Kenya

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Toshiba Corp announced today that its unit Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corp, or Toshiba ESS, will deliver steam turbines and generators for a renovation job at a 45-MW geothermal power plant in Kenya. Under the agreement with SEPCOIII Electric Power Construction Co Ltd, the new Units 1 through 3 at the Olkaria I plant will increase their output to 21 MW from the current 15 MW. Toshiba ESS estimates it will commence delivery of the steam turbines and generators by December 2025. Operational since 1981 by the Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen), Olkaria I is the oldest geothermal…

Progress being made on Monroe County courthouse renovations

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UNION W.Va. (WVVA) – Renovation work on the Monroe County courthouse is beginning to make progress. Monroe County Commissioner Kevin Galford says work on the exterior of the building as well as the upper courtroom is going steady. Galford says once work on the courthouse is completed the renovations will include two additional annex buildings on the front and back of the building with two separate elevators. Along with that another annex room will be built on top of the courthouse’s records room to serve as judge’s chambers. “It’s mainly going to be a couple different conference rooms just minor…

Zamfara gov orders renovation of state specialist hospital

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The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has approved the immediate remodeling and renovation of the Yeriman Bakura Specialist Hospital.According to a statement on Tuesday, by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, the development became necessary to meet the challenges of the growing need for tertiary medical services in the state.Idris noted that Lawal approved the hospital’s renovation during the state’s 19th Executive Council meeting at the Government House, Gusau, noting further that the remodeling is expected to restore the facility to a modern and more functional healthcare center.The statement read, “The decision was made in line with…

Clearfield School Board discusses proposed $18M expansion/renovation of elementary school | News

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CLEARFIELD — Clearfield Area School Board members on Monday discussed the agreement for architectural services for the expansion of Clearfield Area Elementary School. The school is in need of renovations as well as additional space, and finally the district’s architect — HHSDR Inc. of Pittsburgh — completed a feasibility study that showed that it would cost $17.5 to $18.5 million to expand and renovate the school. Superintendent Terry Struble said the administration is going to ask the board to approve entering an agreement with HHSDR Inc. for architectural services for the project. He said the architectural services will cost six…

Amid DRC Renovation Plans, Students Discuss Disability Resources on Campus | Features

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For many students, the DRC (Disability Resource Center) is known for their testing accommodations for students who need to take their exams in a quieter environment or with more time allocated. The DRC is also where students request ESAs. However, the DRC has a variety of other services, such as the Mosaic Program. With new construction in the works, DRC renovations plan to better accommodate students with physical disabilities. “Right now one of the biggest projects is the UC renovation. We’re on the third floor, we work with disabled students, and the elevator breaks occasionally,” Michelle Rigler, Executive Director of…

Citi bullish on KE Holdings stock, eyes growth in home sales and renovation sectors By Investing.com

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© Reuters.On Tuesday, Citi reaffirmed its Buy rating on KE Holdings stock (NYSE: BEKE), holding the price target steady at $21.10. The firm launched a 90-day positive catalyst watch for the company, anticipating a series of favorable developments. Citi expects the company to benefit from a positive trend in existing home sales, particularly noting recent performance in key cities such as Shenzhen. The analyst pointed to a turnaround in Gross Transaction Value (GTV) year-over-year, which is expected to become positive in April, following a significant month-over-month increase in March. This growth is projected to continue, with market share gains…

Tradewinds Resort in St. Louis Pete Beach one step closer to major renovation

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Controversial Tradewinds resort redevelopment vote The St. Pete Beach Planning Council discussed the future of the Tradewinds resort on Monday as they considered a controversial redevelopment. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – A staple resort in St. Pete Beach is one step closer to a major renovation. The Tradewinds Resort wants to redevelop and combine its five properties into one cohesive lot. On Monday, in a Planning Council meeting, council members unanimously voted to recommend approval. The project would include the addition of 629 units between three towers and the demolition and redevelopment of 21 more. Plans also include a 68,000 sq…