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Parade of Homes
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Tour spotlights grand homes
Seven houses take center stage in the Showcase House of Design's first spring fundraiser.
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Disaster scenario
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Kern not immune to earthquake damage
Even with tough building standards, local buildings would take a hit in an earthquake like the one that hit China recently, officials say.
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Downtown hotel
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Switch to Marriott picks up speed
A change in ownership has put the downtown Holiday Inn Select on the fast track to becoming a full-service Marriott.
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Auction
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Outdoor fireplaces and more
Place your bids on hundreds of items in categories like home and garden and musical instruments – you might steal a deal!
Looking for local shopping tips? Check out the Hidden Treasures special section.
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Job Fair
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Keep your job hunt balanced
Post your resume at the online job fair to let employers find you!
Need some tips? Sign up for the job fair alert.
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