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Deep Blue Apartments

http://www.deepblue-apartments.com

Deep Blue Apartments was formed in 1999 by Steve and Greta Brenman. We’re passionate about easy living and giving our clients what they need. That’s why we are constantly improving our services and expanding our portfolio of high-quality serviced apartments. We are founder members of the Association of Serviced Apartment… [Read More]

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Marriott Foundation Funds New Charitable Initiative Supporting

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Brinker International Announces Deal To Acquire 11 Chili’s

Brinker International Announces Deal To Acquire 11 Chili’s Franchise Restaurants In Canada DAS, May 21, 2013 - Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announces a signed agreement with longtime Canadian franchise partner, Speedy Creek (2011) Ltd. Under the terms of the agreement, a subsidiary of Brinker will acquire 11 existing Chili’s(®) restaurants in the province of Alberta, which generate approximately $35 million in annual sales. The transaction is projected to… [Read More]

Ker’s WingHouse Bar & Grill Opens to Bring Game Day Favorites to

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Vail Resorts Closes on Sale of Land at Breckenridge Peak 8 Base for

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Priceline.com and KAYAK Announce Completion of Merger

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Chateau Morrisette Wines Receive Prestigious International Wine

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88% Of Golfers Get Seven Hours Or More Of Sleep A Night, Showing

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Lassonde Industries Inc. increases its equity interest in Clement

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