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J+J's Bill Crosley Retires

J+J's Bill Crosley Retires

Dalton, GA, December 4, 2015 –Bill Crosley, industry veteran and corporate vice president of sales for J+J Flooring Group, has retired after nearly 37 years of service.

U.S. Trade Deficit Up 3.4% in October

U.S. Trade Deficit Up 3.4% in October

Washington, DC, December 4, 2015—The goods and services deficit was $43.9 billion in October, up $1.4 billion from $42.5 billion in September, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis have announced.

Unemployment Rate Holds at 5% in November

Unemployment Rate Holds at 5% in November

Washington, DC, December 4, 2015—Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 211,000 in November, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 5.0%, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported.

EPA Again Delays Formaldehyde Ruling

EPA Again Delays Formaldehyde Ruling

Washington, DC, December 4, 2015—The publication date for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Formaldehyde Emission Standards for Composite Wood Products has been delayed again, says the Hardwood, Plywood & Veneer Association.