Auto Body Repair You Can Depend On Feb 8, 2012 05:45PM

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- We have all had bad experiences with auto repair in Los Angeles. We've all dealt with rude, inattentive, or shifty mechanics. We've all been left out of the loop on the status of our vehicle, and had to resort to calling incessantly to get answers and an ETA on the repair's completion. We've all waited for an overdue repair, only to get the vehicle back and find that the job wasn't performed as promised. Don't we deserve better? Isn't there a company providing auto body repair in Los Angeles that holds itself to a higher standard? The answer, thankfully, is yes. One company has dedicated itself to offering its customers more for less, and that company is 818 Auto Body.

At 818 Auto Body, they have combined a team of highly skilled, experienced, and passionate professionals with the most cutting-edge technology available in the auto repair industry today. Whether you are looking for auto paint in Los Angeles, or your car needs full-body work after a serious collision, the experts at 818 Auto Body have a proven track record of success. Their consistently superior results have earned them heaps of praise from loyal customers who go on to recommend their services to friends, family members, and colleagues. Now 818 Auto Body is riding high on a wave of positive word-of-mouth, and yet they are not content to rest on their laurels. This premier company is always looking for innovative ways to offer their valued customers more for less, by cutting down on overhead with state-of-the-art technology and passing those savings on in the form of better deals. And yet despite their emphasis on affordability, 818 Auto Body has managed to avoid sacrificing an iota of the quality you should expect from a first-class auto body repair shop. No wonder they are enjoying business from a large and still-growing base of loyal customers.

The diligent work done on a daily basis at 818 Auto Body has significantly contributed to their solid reputation, but so too has their commitment to exceptional customer service. They offer a clear estimate before they ever begin, and they go out of their way to take the initiative and keep customers in the loop about the progress of repairs.

To learn more about auto repair at extremely competitive prices, contact 818 Auto Body at 818-990-5555, or visit online at http://www.818autobody.com.

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SOURCE 818 Auto Body


Super Bowl Champion New York Giants' Victor Cruz Kicks off Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Feb 8, 2012 05:43PM

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Victor Cruz, of the Super Bowl champion New York Giants, cut the ribbon to officially open Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center this afternoon.  Cruz was joined by Stephanie Winston-Wolkoff, Director of Fashion at Lincoln Center, Peter Levy, SVP and Managing Director at IMG Fashion, Sports Illustrated model Kate Upton, Naeem Khan, this season's Mercedes-Benz Presents Designer, and Lisa Holladay, Manager of Brand Experience Marketing, Mercedes-Benz USA.   Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is owned and operated by IMG Worldwide.

"It's an honor to be here to help kick off Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York," said Cruz.  "It's been quite an incredible week for the City—our Super Bowl win, the great homecoming parade yesterday, and now the beginning of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.  I'm very grateful to my fans that came out to support us yesterday and today and looking forward to checking out some shows this week."

"Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center is internationally recognized as the premier industry event to showcase cutting-edge fashion," said Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, Director, Fashion at Lincoln Center. "We're excited to open our doors and show the world all the innovative new designs that will hit the runways this season."

"IMG and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week continue to put the world's leading fashion designers and brands center stage in New York City the fashion capital of the world," said Peter Levy, SVP and Managing Director, IMG Fashion Worldwide. "It's great to have a huge star like Victor Cruz join us to launch the week and help us in welcoming all our guests.  As New Yorkers we're tremendously proud of the Giants' Super Bowl victory and can't wait to see Victor sitting front row at some shows this week."

"I was incredibly honored to help Victor kick off Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week today and celebrate his and his team's incredible success on Sunday," said Naeem Khan, this season's Mercedes-Benz Presents designer.  "I'm very excited to present my collection this season and this is a great way to get it all underway."

"It's such an honor to be here at the opening of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week," said Kate Upton. "Fashion Week in New York is such an iconic event; it's great to be a part of it."

"Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is always exciting and having Victor here along with our Presents Designer Naeem Khan to get things underway is a special moment," said Lisa Holladay, Manager of Brand Experience Marketing at Mercedes-Benz USA.   "The month of February is a ball of energy for the Big Apple and that continues as we kick off the fashion festivities at Lincoln Center and the start of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week."

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is New York's largest media event, welcoming designers, celebrities, industry experts, models and the world's fashion elite to Lincoln Center each September and February to see what's in store for the next fashion season. Designers featured this season include Nicholas K, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Kaelen, Richard Chai, Honor, Tadashi Shoji, Candela, Chadwick Bell, Joseph Abboud, PARKCHOONMOO, The Greenshows - Collection Previews, Concept Korea, General Idea, Rebecca Taylor, Brandon Sun, Rebecca Minkoff, Tommy Hilfiger Men's, Nicole Miller, Katya Leonovich, Charlotte Ronson, Academy of Art University, Popluxe, Ruffian, Lacoste, Porter Grey, Jill Stuart, Son Jung Wan, Mara Hoffman, Rafael Cennamo, Herve Leger by Max Azria, Vantan Tokyo, Tibi, Monique Lhuillier, L.A.M.B., Venexiana, Lorena Sarbu, Lela Rose, Derek Lam, DKNY, Tracy Reese, Joy Cioci, Custo Barcelona, Diane von Furstenberg, Falguni & Shane Peacock, Y-3, Carmen Marc Valvo, Mathieu Mirano, Timo Weiland, Jenny Packham, Negarin, Carolina Herrera, Carlos Miele, Zang Toi, Emilio Cavallini, Donna Karan New York, Reem Acra, Yeohlee, Bibhu Mohapatra, Betsey Johnson, Leather Japan 2012, Prete & Bruno, Norisol Ferrari, Tory Burch, J.Crew, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Diesel Black Gold, Fotini, Naeem Khan, Dennis Basso, Pamella Roland, Haus Alkire, Narciso Rodriguez, EMERSON, Whitney Eve, Michael Kors, Rochambeau, Nanette Lepore, Ports 1961, Joanna Mastroianni, J. Mendel, Levi's, Suzanne Rae, Milly by Michelle Smith, Farah Angsana, Anna Sui, Nomia, Vivienne Tam, b michael America, Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein Collection.

Photos and video footage from the ribbon cutting ceremony are available via the links below:

http://www.gettyimages.com/Search/Search.aspx?EventId=138611959 (photos)

http://www.gettyimages.com/Search/Search.aspx?EventId=138641193 (video)

Title sponsor Mercedes-Benz is joined by DHL, American Express®, Maybelline New York, TRESemme, W Hotels Worldwide, Diet Pepsi, Fiber One® Bars, WGSN, ideeli and Sherry-Lehmann Wine & Spirits as well as the following media outlets: The New York Times, Women's Wear Daily and Getty Images.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is an IMG event.

The Fall 2012 Collections will take place February 9-16, 2012.

Official schedule is available at newyork.mbfashionweek.com/schedule

For more information please visit us online at newyork.mbfashionweek.com

Follow us on Twitter @mbfashionweek and on the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Facebook!

SOURCE IMG Fashion


Charles R. Stinson Recognized as Master Modern Architect Feb 8, 2012 05:42PM

Cover Feature in 21st Century Homes: Innovative Designs by North America’s Leading Architects

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The modern architecture of internationally-renowned architect Charles R. Stinson, AIA, and his team are featured in a newly released book 21st Century Homes: Innovative Designs by North America's Leading Architects. Stinson and his team are featured among 70 of the most prominent and celebrated architects in North America, each brought together by a common thread of timelessness in their designs.

The newly released 21st Century Homes: Innovative Designs by North America's Leading Architects features a dramatic Charles R. Stinson home on the cover. (Photo: Panache Partners LLC)

“Charles R. Stinson is noted for creating unique luxury homes; timeless and elegant compositions in harmony with nature,” said Shane Coen, a globally-recognized landscape architect and founder of Coen + Partners. “Stinson and his team are unwavering in their pursuit of enduring beauty, unmatched quality, and an inspiring experience of co-creation with each client and partner.”

The following Stinson designs are included in the newly released book:

Modern Luxury Home, Minnesota, U.S.A.This home is located on a prominent site, yet the high-profile client desired extensive privacy. The limestone-clad exterior gives the home a fortified feeling, yet the house embodies a warm interior material palette and carefully-framed views of the surrounding landscape. The 40 geothermal wells that control temperature in the house and pool, the green roof, and the custom operable windows for cross-ventilation further the home's connection with nature.

Coastal Island Villas, Dubai, U.A.E.Charles R. Stinson, AIA, was selected among seven top architects from around the world to design a series of luxury villas for a new set of man-made islands off the coast of Dubai, U.A.E. Each Stinson villa is meticulously composed to create light-filled spaces and is finished with materials that provide residents a feeling of warmth and comfort. The villas range in size from 3,000 to 25,000 square feet.

The book is published by Panache Partners and is available through Barnes & Noble and Amazon.com. The publisher is recognized for creating compelling publications on innovative, luxury architecture.

For more than 30 years, Charles R. Stinson has been designing unique high-end, elegant compositions of horizontal and vertical planes sited gracefully into their surroundings. Stinson and his team currently have projects under construction in Germany, Costa Rica, Saudi Arabia, Hawaii, Arizona, Florida, Oklahoma, Texas and Minnesota. A larger selection of residential, commercial and remodelling projects can be viewed at www.crsarch.com.

Photos/Multimedia Gallery Available: http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/mmg.cgi?eid=50162395&lang=en

For Charles R. Stinson Architects, LLCBarbara Dunlay, 952-474-8546www.crsarch.comorCharles R. Stinson Architects, LLCPhone: 952-473-9503info@crsarch.com

Source: Charles R. Stinson Architects, LLC


Central Announces $200,000 Financing Feb 8, 2012 05:37PM

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 02/08/12 -- Central Resources Corp. (TSX VENTURE: CBC) ("Central" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has negotiated a non-brokered private placement of $200,000 through the sale of 4,000,000 units at a price of $0.05 per unit.

Each unit will consist of one common share and one share purchase warrant. Each warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one additional common share of the Company for a period of 12 months from closing at an exercise price of $0.10. The Company may accelerate the expiry of the warrants (following the expiry of the 4 month hold period) if the twenty-day volume-weighted average trading price of the shares on the TSX Venture Exchange (or such other exchange on which the shares may be listed) exceeds $0.20 in which event the warrant will expire 30 calendar days after the date that the Company provides notice to the holders.

The proposed private placement is subject to TSX Venture Exchange acceptance. All securities issued under the private placement will be subject to a four month hold period from the closing date. The proceeds from the private placement will be used for general working capital and to fund exploration of the Company's mineral projects.

About Central Resources

Central Resources Corp. is a junior exploration company created to leverage the extensive knowledge and experience of a dedicated group of financial and resource industry professionals. The Company has acquired options on several highly prospective mineral properties in the Yukon and British Columbia and continues to pursue additional opportunities to build shareholder value.

This news release contains forward-looking information, which involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual events to differ materially from current expectation. Important factors - including the availability of funds, the results of financing efforts, the results of exploration activities - that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations are disclosed in the Company's documents filed from time to time on SEDAR (see www.sedar.com). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Contacts:
Central Resources Corp.
Paul Reynolds
President and CEO
604-630-3730
info@centralres.ca
www.centralres.ca

Source: Central Resources Corp.


Arctic Glacier Settles Canadian Securities Class Action Feb 8, 2012 05:37PM

WINNIPEG, MANITOBA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 02/08/12 -- Arctic Glacier Income Fund (CNSX: AG.UN) today announced it has reached an agreement to settle the class action lawsuit filed in Canada by unitholders of the Fund. The settlement of $13.75 million will be entirely funded by Arctic Glacier's insurers, without the Fund admitting liability or making any monetary contribution. The settlement remains subject to approval by the Ontario Court.

The class action named the Fund and its trustees, its operating company, Arctic Glacier Inc. and certain of its current and past senior officers and directors. The suit sought damages on behalf of all persons who acquired Arctic Glacier units between March 22, 2002 and September 16, 2008 and who held some or all of these units on September 16, 2008. All parties will be released from claims advanced in the class action when the settlement receives final approval.

About Arctic Glacier

Arctic Glacier Income Fund, through its operating company, Arctic Glacier Inc., is a leading producer, marketer and distributor of high-quality packaged ice in North America, primarily under the brand name of Arctic Glacier Premium Ice. Arctic Glacier operates 39 production plants and 48 distribution facilities across Canada and the northeast, central and western United States servicing more than 75,000 retail locations.

Arctic Glacier Income Fund trust units are listed on the Canadian National Stock Exchange under the trading symbol AG.UN. There are 350.3 million trust units outstanding.

The Toronto Stock Exchange does not approve or disapprove of the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Contacts:
Arctic Glacier Income Fund
Keith McMahon
President & CEO
Toll free investor relations phone: 1-888-573-9237

Arctic Glacier Income Fund
Doug Bailey
Chief Financial Officer
Toll free investor relations phone: 1-888-573-9237
www.arcticglacier.com

Source: Arctic Glacier Income Fund


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