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Washington, DC, December 12, 2005--Mohawk Industries Inc. Monday won a chance to convince the U.S. Supreme Court that it shouldn't face a civil racketeering lawsuit brought by employees alleging the company hired illegal immigrants.
Dalton, GA, December 12, 2005--The list of Seal of Approval carpet cleaning solutions has grown to 36 with the addition of three new certified products that have passed the stringent testing protocol.
Cleveland, OH, December 8, 2005--In a move that strengthens their position in the commercial flooring category, Tarkett announced the acquisition of Johnsonite of Chagrin Falls, OH, the leading brand in specialty flooring and flooring accessories.
Red Bank, NJ, December 8, 2005--Homebuilder Hovnanian Enterprises reported fourth quarter earnings that increased 24 percent on strong home sales, even as predictions of a housing slowdown mounted.
Washington, DC, December 8, 2005--The National Retail Federation today welcomed published reports that President Bush will likely postpone any major push for federal tax reform until 2007 or 2008.
Dalton, GA, December 7, 2005--Shaw Industries hosted federal, state and local government officials, including U.S. Environmental Protection Agency representatives, for a tour of its tile manufacturing facility in Cartersville, Georgia on December 6, 2006.
Washington, DC, December 7, 2005--The Pending Home Sales Index, a leading indicator for the housing market, is trending lower, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Dalton, GA, December 6, 2005--In January 2006, BASF will launch Styrofan NX 6690 X, its new latex binder for carpet backing that is ammonia-free and provides improved properties that enable the manufacture of more durable, longer lasting carpets.
Chattanooga, TN, December 6, 2005--The Dixie Group, announced that, effective December 1, 2005, Joseph L. Jennings, Jr. resigned as a director of Dixie, citing personal reasons. Dixie's Board subsequently voted to appoint Walter Hubbard as a director
Lee County, NC, December 5, 2005--Fire destroyed part of Brookwood Limited on US 1. Brookwood Limited produces wood flooring, paneling and moldings. The owner vows to re-build once again.