Honestly, everyone says that you’re bound to stumble upon unexpected expenses, timelines, and whatever other drama a home reno can bring — and I’d say that’s not far from the truth. For instance, from when we started on it to when we put the very last finishing touches, it was about two years. And, because we did a lot of it ourselves we did some things out of order and maybe created more work in the end. And, we did all of this with a toddler in tow, which was definitely not an easy feat. I think being realistic and setting these expectations ahead of time will only help you handle anything that comes your way with stride. 

• China Star Asian Buffet, 1919 50th St.: observed improper storage of ready-to-eat food items. Cold-hold foods held at improper temperatures. Observed multiple cases of cross-contamination. Observed raw pork stored over grapes in walk-in cooling unit. Observed heavily soiled can opener. Observed soiled utensil holder. Observed soiled prep table at drinks station. Observed white spray bottle containing red colored liquid acid hanging below hand sink with no label. Observed improper storage of toxic items. Observed no paper towels at hand sink. Observed uncovered food items in storage area. Observed mop stored in mop bucket and not properly air drying. Corrected on site. Observed leaking waste pipe under wok cooking area in need of repair. Observed damaged can opener in need of repair. Observed damaged gaskets on reach-in cooling units. Observed leak at soda machine dispenser. Observed buckets of butter, sauce and food stored on floor of walk-in cooling units and walk-in freezers. Observed soiled gaskets on reach-in cooling units. Observed soiled shelves in dry storage area. Observed soiled soap and paper towel dispensers in kitchen area. Observed soiled dish-sanitation area. Observed soiled ice machine and cabinets at drinks station. Observed soiled walls and light switches. Observed soiled floors throughout facility. Corrected by 02/24/19. Observed unsound ceiling tiles in hibachi area. Corrected by 01/24/20. Due to the number and nature of violations, food safety knowledge was not observed.

"Greg was all those things to us because of his kind heart," Galactic Greg’s posted on Facebook. "He gave many of us a place to hang out, a place to meet others with similar interests long before the internet, and sometimes just an ear to listen to our problems. He introduced us to heroes, which I believe is the same as introducing someone to hope. … Galactic Greg’s will continue. We hope to make him proud as we continue to serve you the way he did."

Burke said the new restaurant in the old water plant, which was decommissioned in the 1990s, would have more of a "Southern home cooking theme," would not include a brewery and would open in the next 60 days or so. A new name will be chosen "very shortly."

Painter said she’s concerned about the VR/AR/MR industry "driving toward oversimplification of what people do."

With the ability to safely cook up to six eggs at the push of a button, this egg cooker is a must for breakfast lovers of any age. In just minutes, it can make poached eggs, boiled eggs, scrambled eggs, or individual omelets, all cooked to perfection. Best of all is the automated features: just set the timer, and the auto-shutoff will prevent overcooking, plus it will beep to let you know your eggs are ready. This cooker is especially great for dorm rooms and small spaces.

Tzatziki Greek Street Food still serves many of the old Stuffed Pepper favorites, including kebobs, lemon rice soup, moussaka, pastitsio, dolmades and spanakopita.

"We’re fortunate to have someone of Julie’s caliber working for the town. She is as committed to Firestone as any employee in any agency I’ve ever known," Krieger stated. "The entire town staff respects her, and right now, she is the perfect person to help lead our public works staff through this period of rebuilding and transition."

Another concern about driverless trains is that they usually operate in systems that have barriers at the platform edge, like the ones in most airport rail systems. In New York, the track beds are open, and platforms slope subtly toward them, so that water flows off. But that gentle slope has been known to cause strollers and wheelchairs to roll off as well, not to mention the intoxicated, the disoriented, wrestlers, and other unfortunates. A few years ago, Dominguez was driving a northbound A train into the 125th Street station when he saw a blind man and his Seeing Eye dog sprawled on the tracks. Dominguez hit the emergency brakes, but a four-hundred-ton train can’t stop quickly: the train skidded to a halt over the man and the dog. Fortunately, they had flattened themselves between the rails, and they weren’t seriously hurt. A robot train, unable to see anything ahead except another train, might not have stopped at all.

I also reckon it’s currently the pick of the three fast German options, and I love that you can get it in this bodystyle.

“For many people, joining a gym can be an intimidating experience,” Anytime Fitness Regional Manager Kevin Scott said. “Our gym is big enough to feature everything you need for a great workout and small enough to provide personalized attention for all of our members. Whether weight loss is your goal, or increased strength or improved balanced and flexibility — or a combination of some of those things — at Anytime Fitness, we’re able to help you achieve whatever results you seek.”

Salon Diva moved to a larger location at 658 S. Washington St. in Valparaiso after a fire rampaged through its former home in Thornapple Plaza strip mall on U.S. 30 last year, displacing half a dozen businesses.