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Washington, DC, Aug. 29, 2008--Personal incomes fell in July while consumer spending slowed significantly as the impact of billions of dollars in government rebate checks began to wane, according to the Commerce Department.
Adairsville, GA, Aug. 28, 2008 –Beaulieu Commercial said it has the first carpet products to be certified under NSF International's new sustainability-focused certification standard, NSF/ANSI 140-2007.
Chicago, IL, Aug. 29, 2008--Business activity in the Chicago region picked up unexpectedly in August, according to a survey of corporate purchasing managers released Friday.
Ann Arbor, MI, Aug. 29, 2008--Consumer confidence rose to its highest level in five months in August, according to the Reuters/University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers.
Cartersville, GA, Aug. 28, 2008--J Mish has named Don Karlin vice president of sales.
Clinton, SC, Aug. 28, 2008--Anderson Floors has introduced a new minimum advertised price policy for all advertisers of any Anderson hardwood product, in any media.
Dallas, TX, Aug. 28, 2008 – Century Flooring has re-launched its brand, with a complete overhaul of its logo, website, packaging, marketing materials and merchandising elements.
Washington, DC, Aug. 28. 2008--The economy this spring grew at its fastest pace in nearly a year as exports remained strong and tax rebates helped shoppers at home.
New York, NY, Aug. 28, 2008--Nerviousness over tropical storm Gustav sent oil prices higher for the fourth straight day, breaking through $120 per barrel.
Washington, DC, Aug. 28. 2008--Initial jobless claims fell for the third week in a row, matching economists' expectations.