Jurors hear testimony in suit over damages from 2006 fire (Ventura County Star)

Testimony is scheduled to continue today in a civil trial involving an avocado rancher who claims he suffered millions of dollars in damages when a manufacturing plant caught on fire and sent very flammable material in the air during a wind-whipped 2006 fire near Moorpark.Mike Plater is seeking for more than $4 million in damages from MGR Design International, a home decorations plant that made ...


March Madness bounces into town (Peoria Journal Star)

The only signs on Wednesday of March Madness hitting the Peoria Civic Center, bringing an estimated 40,000 visitors, were a few basketball-themed decorations in the lobby.   "It's the quiet before the storm," said Debbie Ritschel, Civic Center general manager.   But stepping into the Exhibit Hall or the Carver Arena, it's clear there's another ball game going on.


Latifah: I'm Throwing Paula Patton's Baby Shower (E! Online)

Queen Latifah is on the prowl for baby-blue party decorations. She's hosting the upcoming baby shower for Precious star Paula Patton, who is pregnant with her and hubby Robin...


Hawaiian Tropic Zone Empties Vegas Location (FOX 5 Las Vegas)

Furnishings, couches and decorations that lined the interior of the Hawaiian Tropic Zone at Planet Hollywood were auctioned off to the public Wednesday.


Gifts from above: The Lake Elmo Inn's tradition of exchanging a drink for an ornament (Stillwater Gazette)

The Lake Elmo Inn's Christmas trees begin every year naked. The lonely twinkle lights that adorn their bare branches do little to help them stand out against the holiday decorations that will embellish the remainder of the restaurant once the season begins.


Spending a bit more on St. Pat (Chicago Sun-Times)

St. Paddy's Day revelers are expected to shell out a wee bit o' more money this year than last for decorations, party favors and green attire, a survey shows. Consumers are expected to spend $33.05, on average, this year versus $32.80 last year, according to the National Retail Federation. Eight of 10 will wear their brightest green to celebrate; 20 percent will go to a private party. Sandra Guy ...


$14,600 Raised For KCGM Fund Raiser Event (Daniels County Leader)

FOLLOWING THE CONCERT Sunday in Scobey a lasagna dinner was served. The meal was organized by Brenda Cook and Anne Juel assisted by several volunteers who donated the food and decorations. Scobey Close Up group donated their services of serving the meal. Preliminary figures show that over $4,100 was given by the 150 or so attending, as a free will offering for the food and concert to benefit ...


Recs and Reads (Clearwater Gazette)

The all-new "Shells, Shells, Shells" program will be at the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center, for the next two Tuesdays. How to decorate with shells, making shell decorations, and all about Clearwater's shells, their location and their habits will on the program.


Doyle New York At Home Fine Furniture, Decorations and Paintings Wednesday, March 10 at 10 AM (Antiques and the Arts)

6. Johann Berthelsen (American, 1883-1972), Federal Hall, Evening, Signed Johann Berthelsen, Oil on canvas, 8 3/4 x 10 3/4 inches. 5. Anton Otto Fischer (American, 1882-1962), Spring Thaw, Signed Anton Otto Fischer, Oil on canvas, 18 x 24 inches.


‘Tis the season no longer. (Telluride Daily Planet)

Todd Broughton of Telluride Parks and Recreation takes down lights and dried-out holiday pine decorations on Colorado Avenue on Wednesday afternoon. [Photo by Merrick Chase]