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Keep up to date with the most recent news in the flooring industry. Today's News...As it happens! We update this news several times a day so you can stay connected.

Factory Orders Rise in April

Washington, DC, June 3, 2008--New orders at U.S. factories increased by 1.1 percent in April as strong demand for nondurables offset a decline in orders for expensive durable goods, the Commerce Department said.

Retail Sales Higher Than a Year Ago

Retail Sales Higher Than a Year Ago

New York, NY, June 3, 2008--Retail sales increased on a year-over-year basis, according to both the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and Johnson Redbook retail sales in the week ending May 31.

Flor Teams With Martha Stewart on Designs

Chicago, IL, June 3, 2008--Flor and Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia's design staff have produced the new Martha Stewart Floor Designs with Flor Inspirational Photo Gallery providing do-it-yourself designers with creative ideas.

Attendance Up at Domotex Middle East

Dubai, UAE, June 3, 2008--Domotex Middle East 2008 brought together 280 exhibitors from 36 countries, in addition to attracting 6,430 visitors over the three days of the show.

Chattanooga Firm Buys Flooring Trucking Company

Chattanooga, TN, June 3, 2008--U.S. Xpress Enterprises Inc., the nation's third-largest privately-owned truckload carrier, said that its Xpress Global Systems subsidiary has finalized the asset purchase of Pinner Transportation, Inc.'s business.

Mohawk Signs New Celebrity Spokesman

Dalton, GA, June 3, 2008—Home improvement television star Chip Wade has joined Mohawk Industries to serve as a celebrity spokesperson for new and innovative flooring products.