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New York, NY, Aug. 24, 2010--Oil prices fell to near $72 a barrel Tuesday as the dollar strengthened against the euro and regional markets fell on concerns about the pace of the global economic recovery.
Dalton, GA, Aug. 23, 2010--Shaw Floors said it is incorporating quick response tag technology into its point-of-purchase materials.
Johnson City, TN, Aug. 23, 2010--Mullican Flooring is the exclusive flooring sponsor for HGTV's Urban Oasis Giveaway.
Shippenville, PA, Aug. 23, 2010--Laminate flooring maker Clarion Industries said it is investing $10 million to help prepare the company for future growth.
Marietta, GA, Aug. 23, 2010--Wools of New Zealand’s participating mill partners will offer Premier Partner retailers a minimum 10% off wholesale prices during a promotion that runs Nov. 1-30.
Washington, DC, Aug. 23, 2010--The biggest area of economic concern continues to be the employment situation, according to Dave Huether, chief economist for the National Association of Manufacturers.
Dalton, GA, Aug. 20, 2010--Shaw Industries released its second annual sustainability report, “Where Sustainability is Personal.”
Washington, DC, Aug. 20, 2010--Housing affordability remains near its highest level over the last two decades, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index.
Washington, DC, Aug. 20, 2010--Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) said that a no-bid contract to expand the market for Afghan carpets should be suspended due to concerns over child labor.
Worcestershire, England, Aug. 20, 2010-- Carpets of Kidderminster has gone into administration.