VOICE OF THE PEOPLE -- May 28 May 29, 2009
If $80,000 annually 00004000 for renting Wachovia's office space is the only way that the executives can effectively perform their job, then explain it to the Rock Hill residents via The Herald. I am a music enthusiast who welcomes all genres, regardless of my race. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Environmentalism loses its cool: New ABC show mocks greens, carbon footprints... May 27, 2009
Mr. Root can recall hearing him raise his voice to actors only once on a particularly hot day in Austin on the set of Office Space ... A temp position alphabetizing purchase orders influenced the on-screen job of the bespectacled, stapler-obsessed character Milton from his 1999 film Office Space ... In 1994, just before the success of the full-length movie Beavis and Butt-Head Do America, Mr. Judge signed a two-year deal with Fox, launched the television show King of the Hill and turned one of... (The Drudge Report)
Mike Judge's pain-in-the-ass cartoon liberals May 27, 2009
This locally grown, organic, low-hanging fruit has been ripe for the picking for some time now, and who better to take on the task than Mike Judge, the man who brought us middle-American fables "King of the Hill" and "Office Space". The comedy here isn't character-driven so much as theme-driven --- relentlessly so. (Salon)
At the movies: New cinema opens in Spring Grove May 24, 2009
The two-story building s first floor also houses the lobby and concessions area, which sells popcorn, candy and soda, including Spring Grove Soda Pop. The second floor houses the theater s digital projection system and also has 1,000 square feet of office space that s available for rent. Movies will be shown Friday through Monday. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Another Aniston film that's too easy to forget May 24, 2009
It's easy to lose sight of the fact that, in small, meaty films like "The Good Girl" and "Friends With Money" and even the cult comedy "Office Space," she can reveal some real substance and depth. You want that for Aniston in "Management," too, but the script from Stephen Belber doesn't give her room to breathe or shine. (Xinhuanet, China)
Shoebuy tiptoes its way to success online May 24, 2009
They snatched the domain and rented 200 square feet of office space in Brookline. The crux of the idea was that they would own no inventory: They'd simply build a website, attract customers, take orders, and have the shoemakers ship the product. (Boston Globe)
An Art Deco Landmark Will Shine Once More as Urban Living Space May 22, 2009
Now, after almost 74 years as a department store, office space and movie backdrop, the Eastern Columbia Building is changing yet again -- this time into condominiums. When Adolph Sieroty, president of Eastern Outfitting Co., commissioned architect Claud Beelman to design the structure in 1929, he wanted space to house his business offices as well as a sales outlet for his company's clothing and other goods. (Yahoo News -- Architecture)
Embrace your inner show-tunes nerd May 19, 2009
The show combines elements of "High School Musical" with Alexander Payne's brilliant dark comedy "Election," plus a heady dose of "Rushmore," "Arrested Development," "Freaks and Geeks" and "Office Space" thrown in for good measure. Its wry take on American suburban life is understated but over the top, ironic but sincere, giddily funny but heartfelt, sweet but nasty. (Salon)
Impeachment is not the answer for Judge Bybee May 18, 2009
Find office space for rent in San Francisco. Corporate Office Centers' Executive Suite Business Centers offer immediate office space for rent by the day, month, year and longer. (Yahoo News)
Somerville publisher helps Dalai Lama spread his teachings May 17, 2009
"It was an opportunity to do something useful and meaningful," said McNeill, who in 1989 moved the company to office space in the Back Bay where he further expanded Wisdom's catalog of Buddhist literature. In 1998, the company moved into its own building in Somerville and continued publishing books with Buddhist ties. (Boston Globe)
Cincinnati a 'bargain' because of lack of interest May 17, 2009
"A square foot in Manhattan costs $120, a square foot in Downtown Cincinnati, Class A office space, is $20. Those are the competitive advantages that make us a bargain city to live in," said Moorman. As for Tonya, she's enjoying working and living near downtown, going to see a Broadway show, visiting Fountain Square, and going to all the restaurants. (Cincinnati Nation)
Upstart company sees itself as alternative to Ticketmaster May 16, 2009
That unit has supported investments in the sales end of the business, helping finance technology, staffing and office space needs. With expenses expected to hold fairly steady now, the founders say, every show venue that s added as a client should mean increased revenue and profit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
The Strand - Huntington Beach's Latest Ocean Front Destination with Shopping, Dining and Boutique Hotel - Celebrates Grand Opening May 16 May 16, 2009
With a varied collection of shops and restaurants, a premier boutique hotel and office space, The Strand is a great attraction for residents and visitors. On Saturday, May 16, from noon to 9:30 p.m., the public is invited to help celebrate the official grand opening of The Strand with a festive Block Party featuring the dedication of its signature sculpture Waterline, followed by a day-long series of activities, contests, live music and special store and restaurant events. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tucker Sadler Architects Designs "New Urbanism" Environment in Hawaii May 15, 2009
The development will be a mixed-use, open-air shopping center that will include a department store anchor, an entertainment anchor that will most likely include movie theaters and possibly a bowling alley, restaurants, a fitness center, two business hotels with a total of 300 to 500 rooms and 200,000 square feet of office space, along with more than 4,000 surface and underground parking spaces on 67 acres and a link to Honolulu's future rail line providing access to surrounding communities. "The... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Glee clubs. Mad men. Meteors. And did we mention tattoos? May 15, 2009
Judge was also the creator of Beavis and Butt-head and wrote and directed the cult hit Office Space, and his skewed perspective melds with a green theme on this new show. Instead of Hank and Peg, viewers now have Gerald and Helen, an all-American couple who live by the motto WWAGD (What Would Al Gore Do. (Globe and Mail)
In brief: Chicago Place | Debt for sale | Jo-Ann store move May 15, 2009
The propertys owners now plan to have Zara and another store occupy the first level, along with Saks, and convert the upper floors into office space, according to published reports. The 33,838-square-foot Zara is taking the former Talbots space. (Crain's Chicago Business)
London theater wants to rent out Brookline's Old Lincoln School for elaborate production May 15, 2009
The town advertised the space to more than 100 possible tenants, hoping to snag someone in need of temporary office space, but found few were interested in taking over an old elementary school for no more than a year. Then the theater showed up. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Get set for summer May 14, 2009
4) The Mike Judge (Beavis and Butt-Head, Office Space) comedy stars Mila Kunis, Ben Affleck, Jason Bateman and Kristen Wiig. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Communists Can't Outspend Capitalists as China Contends With Jobless Rise May 12, 2009
Over the next three years, almost 3 million square meters of office space -- the equivalent of 1 1/2 Hong Kong downtowns - - may be added to Shanghais skyline, according to Colliers International, a Boston-based commercial real estate company. Big Banks. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Coen's Occupational Therapy May 11, 2009
Fixing as he does on the workplace, this type of verbal satire could have been a perfect complement to the more situational approach of TV's "The Office" and Mike Judge's cult movie "Office Space.". Coen comes closest to this goal when the material and the actors (directed with economical precision by Neil Pepe) fall in perfect sync. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
5/7/2009, 9:22am More analysis (and paralysis) May 8, 2009
Monday, the Watertown City Council voted 7-1 to see if Codington County is interested in sharing office space in the proposed new public safety building which, as of yet, doesnt have a location, a final design, a cost estimate or anything else of substance. In a replay of the movie Groundhog Day, this latest vote injects a previously rejected idea into a topic that has been discussed, researched, analyzed and debated for more than a year (some would argue many years). (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Entertainment complex donates space for fourth annual film fest May 1, 2009
The Sunscreen Film Festival kicked off its fourth year Wednesday at BayWalk, screening all movies at and using empty storefronts for actors workshops and office space. Nearby restaurants and venues set the scene for after parties that will last well through the weekend until the festival s Sunday evening ending. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
State St. renovations unfoldingacross from Proctors May 1, 2009
Office space on the second floor has been renovated to accommodate the remaining workers, who are expected to move in May. The offices are above , which is part of Center City, a combination indoor athletic field/retail/office complex that is being renovated by the Galesi Group. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Spring viewing: Dj vu all over again May 1, 2009
The earnest teen drama made its debut here on Global exactly two years ago and ran in the United States on a cable channel called The N. The Best Years slipped under the radar the first time out, but Global and Showcase share office space, and tapes of the show were probably just sitting on the shelf anyway. Created by Degrassi: The Next Generation alumnus Aaron Martin, The Best Years is set at the fictional Ivy League campus of Charles University, supposedly somewhere near Boston (most of the... (Globe and Mail)
Film boomlet hits New Orleans Apr 30, 2009
When completed in January, Second Line Stages will be a 90,000-square-foot complex offering three soundstages, 15,000 square feet of office space and a 49-seat digital screening theater, says Trey Burvant, the studio's founder. Burvant, a New Orleans native, was working as an actor and producer in Boston when Katrina wrecked his hometown. (USA Today -- Life)
Novus HQ wins Platinum LEED certification Apr 29, 2009
In addition to office space, the building includes 10 research laboratories, an employee- and customer-training center, a fitness center and cafeteria. The new facility also features the largest array of solar panels in Missouri at 5,000 square feet, reused salvaged materials, storm water system, skylights and preferred parking for fuel-efficient vehicles. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Cyber employees making cash from home Apr 29, 2009
And cyber bosses don't have to go through the steps of paying for cyber workers' benefits, office space and equipment. Cyber workers' pay system works like this: workers bid on jobs. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Campus music businesses grow Apr 28, 2009
Crutti later realized this dream when he and music industry professor John Snyder started a series of businesses, or entrepreneurial units, in 2005, and Loyola donated used equipment, computers, office space and donations to them. The businesses are meant to function as services that anyone students or companies can hire and offer student rates as a policy. (The Maroon, LA)
Golf Pro's Home On The Market Apr 28, 2009
There is a formal dining room with a beamed ceiling, and the master bedroom suite has a sitting area and office space. The study has French doors. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
What are the Shin Kee Wetlands? (3) Apr 28, 2009
Spanos has constructed more than 400 developments nationwide, 120,000 apartments and more than two million square feet of office space. Source: A.G. Spanos Cos. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Wall Stadium racing resumes Apr 19, 2009
"During the last few weeks, the thunderous revs of race car engines could be heard from 00004000 the track. It stepped up this week with car safety inspections and practices.Drivers zoomed around the track late Saturday morning, warming up their engines and making last-minute adjustments to their cars.They were sounds that might only live only in memories if it was not for Jim Morton of Point Pleasant.The Turkey Derby, a late November race, was the only race to run last year. Morton, who ran the... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Coming attractions Apr 19, 2009
(Sound stages also usually have office space nearby for the production team and postproduction facilities for editing, special effects, and other finishing work. . (Boston Globe)
Destroying museum interior for offices ‘a disgrace,' critics say Apr 18, 2009
Langford complains that a specialized building built to house delicate photographs will be wasted as office space, while photographers complain that a unique institution dedicated not only to fine-art photography but to photography as a social and cultural record is losing its identity with the move into the National Gallery. The federal government plans to renovate the photo-museum building to house politicians displaced by the West Block reno. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Lender bids for Ilikai units Apr 17, 2009
IStar also bid $15 million for 16 commercial units at the hotel that include the front desk, restaurant space, retail space, office space, parking and some small meeting rooms. A confirmation hearing before a judge, which is expected in the next 30 days or so, will allow anyone willing to bid 5 percent over iStar's bids to potentially acquire the property. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Architects unveil plans for West Acton Apr 17, 2009
They d accomplish the goal by incorporating the existing buildings into a 40,000- to 45,000-square-foot development that includes a community theater, shops and office space. What we tried to do is not only preserve the character and buildings, but also extend the pedestrian nature of the village, said Mathias Rosenfeld, who is managing the project at the Office of Michael Rosenfeld, Inc., Architects. (Acton Beacon, MA)
5 Kufuor Ministries Face Audit Apr 16, 2009
Information picked by The Heritage also indicated that the three-story building that housed the ministry of parliamentary affairs would most likely be taken over by the Office of Parliament as office space. The land and the structure that housed the ministries of fisheries would be given to the ministry of foreign affairs who would in turn develop it for its usage. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Gentrification meets low-income housing Apr 16, 2009
For a while, the floor above Waves was used for office space. Community activists pushed the building's new owners to turn it back into low-income housing. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Park Avenue Tower construction postponed for rest of year Apr 13, 2009
The tower will now house two floors of retail space on the ground and 20 stories of office space, bringing the total size to 22 stories instead of the originally-planned 32, TMT confirmed. As people know, the crisis in the financial markets has made borrowing for commercial development more difficult, said Vanessa Sturgeon, President of TMT Development. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Top Fountain Hills developer files for Chapter 7 Apr 11, 2009
The $140 million mixed-use development would blend retail, restaurants and office space with a 12-screen cinema and condominiums on 13 acres southwest of Avenue of the Fountains and Saguaro Boulevard. Kasnoff recently asked for a six-month extension on a development agreement with Fountain Hills. (AZCentral -- News)
Take nothing at face value: Michael Hammer Apr 10, 2009
In fact the human cost of reengineering sparked off various instances of lampooning in popular culture including a movie called Office Space and the popular comic strip Dilbert where creator Scott Adams provides the hapless victim of re-engineering and "rightsizing" some strategies for fighting back, like stealing o 00004000 ffice supplies for instance. Far from feeling slighted the good-humoured Hammer called Adams the poet laureate of reengineering. (India Times)
On the beat, behind the agenda Apr 6, 2009
For nearly a decade, the bait shop building at has been used for storage and office space, with nary a night crawler in sight ... A web site for Harbour Financial Center shows office space is available for $26 per square foot. (The Palm Beach Post)
Best and worst on-screen bosses Apr 6, 2009
Bill Lumbergh, Office Space. Before there was The Office's David Brent (Ricky Gervais), there was Bill Lumbergh from the 1999 cult film Office Space. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Troy's best face Apr 5, 2009
They are railing against the demolition of Proctor's to create new office space in a city that already has numerous empty stores and many undeveloped historic buildings. To appease preservationists, the ornate faade is to be restored. (Albany Times Union)
Rentals falling in Connaught Place Apr 4, 2009
After Metro Rail entered CP, the demand for office space in and around this majestic place had really gone up in a big way. It is well known that many companies and professionals shifted to CP after Metro Rail became operation there. (India Times)
Mike Ross renovates his office on the cheap Apr 2, 2009
Two compact leather chairs ($499 each from Jordan's) give visitors more seating, while the Ikea bookshelf units (three for $89 each from Ikea) form a long credenza that unifies the long, narrow office space, Tager said. The designer went with carpet tiles from Flor to warm up the space. (Boston Globe)
Fresno Philharmonic musicians paid on 'per service' basis Mar 30, 2009
Today, part of the five-story 1917 hospital still exists as office space on the east side of the Community Regional Medical Center campus. Q: What is the history of the Liberty Theater in downtown Fresno. (Fresno Bee)
Taxpayers' tab unclear for Arpaio reality show Mar 29, 2009
It went on to offer up sworn deputies, office space, equipment and helicopters to the Hollywood producers, a review of records shows. The police agency also used its pull to try securing locations that could serve as a fake spa on the show. (AZCentral -- News)
Hank and Mike Mar 27, 2009
This may all sound funny to some an off-colour Dumb and Dumber meets Elf meets Office Space, perhaps. I sure thought so when the movie got off to a promising hop, with chain-smoking, foul-mouthed Hank watching scrambled porn, and the shy, fastidious and employee-of-the-year-winning Mike resting up for their big night. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
US space tourist blasts off for second space trip Mar 27, 2009
Office space, business parks, warehouse space and flex space ... Find Leasing Marketing Office Space. (Yahoo News)
Industry Notes Mar 25, 2009
Edward D. Jones & Company leased 1,423 square feet of office space at Murray Hill Professional Suites Building, 14780 S.W. Osprey Drive, Beaverton, from Regency Centers Corp. Jan Bottcher, CB Richard Ellis, represented the lessee; Joe Beehler, Colliers International, represented the lessor. AWARDS. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
OUR VIEW: School districts struggle to make ends meet Mar 23, 2009
Mike P wrote on Mar 22, 2009 9:30 AM:" The L machine and others are benovolent benefactors, they just want the area their monopolies or various businesses are stationed, the way they think it should be in a few specific areas, and keep things the way they like it. I can't believe buying an election to get some murals, or other inside under the table deals, would still be suspected of happening in Omega land. One has to question their motives, on many directions they chose. Its like they want... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Declining fortunes Mar 22, 2009
We found ourselves suddenly "squashed together", when the office space was slashed. In January, my salary was cut by 20. (BBC News -- Business)
Take the time to get your life in order Mar 19, 2009
Here are a few tips from that aim to keep the office space in tip-top shape. Prioritize tasks. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Milan's Santa Giulia Stalled by Debts After Zunino Courted Dolce & Gabbana Mar 18, 2009
Earlier this month, the office space at 1540 Broadway, a 44- story Times Square skyscraper, was sold for $355 million, or about $400 a square foot, to CB Richard Ellis Investors. In December, Risanamento agreed to sell another project in Sesto San Giovanni, near Milan, to Limitless LLC of Dubai for 475 million euros. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Plans for former naval base delayed Mar 18, 2009
The executive, who was not authorized to speak publicly, said LNR is not backing away from the project and intends to proceed in coming years with construction of more than 2,800 housing units, a golf course, a sports complex, and 2 million square feet of commercial space, which could include a hotel, office space, retail stores, and possibly a movie studio. The firm, which already owns 540 acres at the base, reached a tentative agreement last March to buy the remaining 900 acres from the Navy. (Boston Globe)
'Head Case' heads for laughs from psychotherapy Mar 17, 2009
Her credits include the Fox series "In Living Color" and "The Tonight Show," the films "Office Space" and "The Love Bug," as well as a short-lived syndicated talk show. (She currently appears on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" as a member of its "Fridays Live in Chicago" panel. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Horror Movie Being Filmed in Perry Mar 13, 2009
Perry Chamber president and CEO Megan Smith says over the next few weeks, the cast and crew are leasing apartments and homes, at least 150 hotel rooms and office space. Production for the film is scheduled to wrap up in Central Georgia in April and then move to Iowa. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Creative use of empty space Mar 13, 2009
During the economic downturn that followed the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in 2001, Kahler Slater sublet 225 square feet of office space to Mindpool Productions, a video production company ... Moses said a handful of her firm s clients, all of them small companies, are considering consolidating office space and subleasing it to another firm. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Big West Oahu mall plan moving ahead Mar 12, 2009
The mixed-used, open-air shopping center will include a department store anchor, an entertainment anchor that will most likely include movie theaters and possibly a bowling alley, restaurants, a fitness center, two business hotels with a total of 300 to 500 rooms and 200,000 square feet of office space, along with more than 4,000 surface and underground parking spaces on 67 acres. The land, which is being leased from the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, is at the corner of the new North-South... (Pacific Business News, HI)
Is it time to build a new Klamath County road shop? Mar 11, 2009
It would make a good property for retail or office space. Probably worth some serious change when they go to sell it. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Need to know: McDonald's, Microso... Mar 10, 2009
The Jones Lang LaSalle property report shows that empty office space doubled to 16 per cent in the past six months. Unite Group: The company which develops and rents student accommodation said that it had cut net debts by 330 million to 531 million since November 2006 and loan-to-value covenant limits remained intact. (New York Post -- Business)
Crew Energy Announces 2008 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial and Operating Results Mar 10, 2009
General and administrative expenses increased in 2008 as compared to 2007 due to the addition of new staff to handle the Company's increased activity and increased rent costs for the Company's expanded office space added in the fourth quarter of 2007 ... Throughout the course of its ongoing business, the Company enters into various contractual obligations such as credit agreements, purchase of services, royalty agreements, operating agreements, processing agreements, right of way agreements and... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
S.F. construction slows to a crawl Mar 10, 2009
But now it is like most places in the nation, where banks are reluctant to approve construction loans and the demand for expensive homes and office space has evaporated. The dearth of development activity and the perception that a recovery is not imminent has meant stalled growth in neighborhoods that were expected to blossom, scores of layoffs in city departments that rely on permit applications, and a precipitous decline in construction jobs. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Oregon Republicans ponder future after '08 shellacking Mar 9, 2009
The state party has just moved its headquarters to donated office space in Portland -- "because that's where the war is" -- the GOP is planning new efforts to recruit and help candidates, and Republicans are taking an assertive stand against "wasteful" federal and stimulus plans, he said. "We were at a low point at the end of November, but we're coming back," Tiernan said. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Vick mansion furnished with a past Mar 8, 2009
Listings for retail and office space in Atlanta. Reviews of home service professionals, by Kudzu. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
