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Dalton, GA, June 28, 2010--Savannah College of Art and Design, the American Floorcovering Alliance, and nine AFA member companies in Dalton, Georgia have set up a summer internship program, according to the Dalton Daily Citizen.
Washington, DC, June 28, 2010--Consumer spending in the U.S. increased in May more than forecast, perhaps a sign households are gaining confidence in the recovery.
Washington, DC, June 28, 2010--May personal income rose 0.4%, slightly lower than economists expectations, according to the Commerce Department.
Lancaster, PA, June 25, 2010--Armstrong World Industries, Inc. has named Matthew J. Espe chief executive officer and president. His appointment will become effective in late July.
Washington, DC, June 25, 2010--U.S. consumer sentiment was highest in more than two years in June, but still remained far below normal levels, according to Reuters and the University of Michigan.
Cartersville, GA, June 25, 2010--Mohawk Industries will close a spun yarn plant in Cartersville, Ga., according to a report in the Rome News-Tribune online.
Washington, DC, June 25, 2010--The Commerce Department revised down for the second time its estimate of economic growth in the first three months of 2010, now seeing 2.7% annualized growth.
Chicago, IL, June 25, 2010--Bentley Prince Street and Armstrong World Industries were among 14 companies honored this week by the Climate Registry for committing to reduce their carbon footprints by up to 20%.
Dalton, GA, June 25, 2010--Shaw Floors said it will introduce on July 1 the Shaw Web Studio, a suite of web products for flooring retailers.
Atlanta, GA, June 25, 2010--Rug maker Karastan is expanding and relocating its showroom in AmericasMart Atlanta in time for the Atlanta International Area Rug Market.