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Mission PLC On What Every Property Owner Should Do Before Selling

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

Countless factors go into the process of selling a home or commercial property. It’s a big decision, so taking every safety precaution to ensure it’s seamless is understandable. That’s where Tom and Tim Simmons, founder and manager of Mission Property Loss Consultants, come in. Because every property owner should conduct one thing before selling, and that’s a pre-listing inspection. Read on to learn more. Selling a property, whether large or small, is no light task. It requires a thorough understanding of the market and the property in question, not to mention a highly skilled and professional firm to provide reliable inspection services.Believe it or not, water damage is the most common cause of property damage in the US, accounting for 47% of all losses. But water damage can be hard to detect if you don’t know what to look for. And on top of that, determining the cause is a completely different story. Without guileless professional help, your claim can be misinterpreted or m...

North Star Boys Wrap Up Successful US Tour with Sold-Out Show at The Roxy

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

North Star Boys have just wrapped up their first-ever US headline tour, and the success they have experienced on the road has been nothing short of phenomenal. The group of seven Asian-American creators and pop stars have been crisscrossing North America for the last few months, performing for their devoted fans and feeding their demand for new music.The band, founded in August 2021 by brothers Oliver and Sebastian Moy, has been making waves on social media, with over 55 million followers combined on various platforms. They have amassed a loyal audience, having released their first fan track, “You Are My Star,” debut single, “SUNSHINE,” in 2022, and a recent EP, PANIC.However, the focus now is on their latest single, “COLD WAR,” which was produced by Tim Pagnotta (Neon Trees, Weezer, Blink 182) and Brian Phillips (Machine Gun Kelly, Walk The Moon). The single was co-written by Oliver and Sebastian Moy alongside Pagnotta, Phillips, and Gabe Reali (Carlie Hanson, Peach Tre...

Pure Maintenance: Paving the Way for a Healthier and Safer Environment in Flood-Affected Areas

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

Summary: This thought leadership article discusses how Pure Maintenance, a Utah-based mold remediation company leads the way in removing mold from flood-affected areas and ensures a clean and healthy environment for people affected by the floods.As a silent invader, mold often infiltrates our living space.  And negligence can lead to unfortunate health outcomes. It is responsible for many health issues, including skin irritations, respiratory issues, and even neurological disorders. It grows and spreads quickly, especially in areas that have been recently flooded. While many companies offer mold remediation services, Pure Maintenance stands out for its commitment to innovation and education.Pure Maintenance is a Utah-based mold remediation company with a demolition free policy that has locations all over the world including 47 states in the United States. The services provided by the company include mold abatement, mold remediation, mold inspection, mold removal, odor remediation, a...

1 Killed, Another Injured in Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Collision on Blacow Road [Fremont, CA]

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

One Pronounced Dead after Motorcycle Accident near Hilo StreetFREMONT, CA (May 3, 2023) – Friday night, one victim was killed and another was injured in a hit-and-run motorcycle collision on Blacow Road.Police responded to the scene around 8:19 a.m., near Hilo Street.At this time, the events leading up to the collision remain unclear. However, reports indicate that the driver of a vehicle struck a motorcyclist and immediately fled the scene.First responders located two victims lying on the roadway. Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced one person dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released their identity.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the other person to a nearby hospital for further treatment.Following preliminary duties, witnesses helped police locate the hit-and-run suspect near Grimmer Boulevard and Blacow Road. Authorities arrested the driver, although, their name has not been disclosed.Those with further information about the Bl...

Mystics and Histories: Arts Calendar May 4-10

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

Mystics of aroma, contentious histories of politics in Hollywood, photography from the surreal to the scenographic, interpretive dance, science fiction in the arts, classical painting upended, classical theater reclaimed for the people, classic literature re-attributed, contemporary artists from Africa, modern pagan folk art, narrative design objects of a reimagined childhood, a skateboard legend’s life’s work in art, the case for radical soulful attention, rooftop dance, trashy fiction.Julie Blackmon: Records, 2021, Archival Pigment Print (Courtesy of Fahey/Klein)Thursday, May 4Julie Blackmon: Midwest Materials and Geof Kern: Midtown Exit at Fahey/Klein Gallery. Finding insight and inspiration in the seeming monotony of her “generic American hometown,” Blackmon constructs a captivating, fictitious world that can be at times both playful and menacing. Kern’s multifaceted style combines photography and illustration and redefines the traditional photographic genres of fashion and stil...

Two Hurt in Car Crash on Windjammer Drive [Moreno Valley, CA]

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

Driver Crashes to Home Near Kitching Street, Two People InjuredMORENO VALLEY, CA (May 3, 2023) – Early Friday morning, two people sustained injuries following a car crash on Windjammer Drive.The incident occurred around 1:00 a.m., at the 14300 block of Windjammer near Kitching Street.According to reports, a driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with a home. The impact of the collision left the driver and a resident of the home injured.CalFire and American Medical Response arrived at the scene shortly after. Medics then transported both victims to Riverside University Medical Center for treatment.At this time, the cause of the crash remains under investigation. It was unclear whether DUI played a factor in the incident.Those with further information about the Windjammer Drive car crash are encouraged to contact the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office at 951-776-1099.When driving, always focus on the road and be aware of your surroundings. This is especially true w...

Out on $500k bail in 2020 rape case, Orinda man arrested for allegedly choking 80-year-old woman

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

ORINDA — An East Bay man has been charged with elder abuse and extortion after he allegedly choked an 80-year-old relative who had helped secure his release on $500,000 bail in a pending rape and child molestation case, court records show.David Justice, 44, was arrested April 25 on suspicion of attacking the 80-year-old woman in their Orinda home, where Justice had been required to stay since his release on bail in 2020. That year, Justice was arrested after a standoff at an Orinda home and subsequently charged with multiple acts of forcible rape and other sex crimes involving a teen girl.Justice had been scheduled to go to trial this year, but the 80-year-old woman would later tell police that he became increasingly irritable as the trial date grew closer. On April 23, he allegedly choked the woman for three seconds during a heated argument, then let go but continued to verbally berate her.Police also allege that Justice demanded a firearm from a safe, and that after refusing...

Stanford provost Persis Drell steps down after six years

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

STANFORD — University provost Persis Drell will be stepping down as the university’s chief academic officer and chief budget officer in the fall quarter after six years on the job, according to a Wednesday announcement.Drell, a physicist and former director of the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, became provost in February 2017. She will continue to be a member of the Stanford faculty and plans to remain active in teaching this fall, the university said. President Marc Tessier-Lavigne will appoint a successor.“This is the right time,” Drell said in a statement. “I began sharing with Marc some time ago my thoughts about the rough timeframe to complete my role as provost. Making the transition now provides the opportunity for a new provost to be in place in the fall quarter. I look forward to continuing to focus on the work of the Provost’s Office until my successor is in place.”To replace Drell, Tessier-Lavigne will establish a faculty-led advisory ...

Antioch officer fired, under criminal investigation over 2022 in-custody beating

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

ANTIOCH — As the city’s police department continues to reel over one scandal after another, yet another officer has been stripped of his badge over suspected misconduct, this time involving allegations he beat a handcuffed man during an arrest.Matthew Nutt, a patrol officer since 2019, was fired from the Antioch Police Department this year after allegations that he struck a handcuffed man several times after an arrest last year, multiple sources told this news organization. The Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office is reviewing the incident and in coming days is expected to decide whether or not to criminally charge Nutt.This controversy is only the latest to hit the Antioch Police Department, which made national headlines last month over revelations that dozens of officers had communicated using racist, homophobic and sexist text messages and memes, sometimes making light of on-duty violence or talking about adding fake confessions to arrest reports. On top of t...

Oakland A’s call up former No. 4 overall draft pick looking to spark slumping offense

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 04:59:35 GMT

JJ Bleday, the former No. 4 overall draft pick the A’s acquired from the Miami Marlins for left-hander A.J. Puck in February, was promoted from Triple-A Las Vegas and Oakland isn’t wasting any time getting the power-hitting outfielder into the mix.Bleday will bat fifth and play left field against the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night at the Coliseum as the A’s look to bounce back after seeing Mason Miller’s seven innings of no-hit ball squandered in a 2-1 loss to the Mariners.The A’s are 6-24 and have been outscored by 118 runs (The Royals are distant second with a run differential of minus-68) and Bleday looks like he could provide a much-needed spark in the middle of the lineup.The 25-year-old Bleday, who made his big league debut last season with the Marlins, got a long look in spring training and has been one of the Aviators’ most productive hitters. He posted a .316/.429/.643 slash line with seven home runs, and arrives on a major hot steak. Bleday hit...