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NAFCD Announces New Management Team

Chicago, IL, January 27, 2006--The National Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) has appointed a new management team to lead the association after the recent retirement of long-time executive director Mariann B. Gregory.

NAFCD's Mariann Gregory Retires

Chicago, IL, January 27, 2006--Mariann B. Gregory, executive director of the National Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) recently announced her retirement.

Edge Flooring Intros Italian Inspired Tile Styles

Dalton, GA, January 27, 2006--Edge Flooring, LLC has introduced a new assortment of Italian-inspired tile styles at the annual floor covering conference, Surfaces, debuting in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 1-3, 2006.

Negre Named Faus Group Chairman

Dalton, GA, January 27, 2006--During the Board of Directors meeting of Faus Group, Spain, in December, Mr. Juan Negre, CEO, was appointed chairman of the board of directors.

Dow Chemical 4Q Earnings Rise

Midland, MI, January 26, 2006--Dow Chemical reported earnings for the the fourth quarter that rose on strong pricing across its performance chemicals and plastics businesses.

Durable Goods Orders Up 1.3%

Washington, DC, January 26, 2006—Orders for durable goods rose 1.3% in December, despite a large decline in aircraft orders, according to the Commerce Department.

Weekly Jobless Claims Rise 11,000

Washington, DC, January 26, 2006--First-time claims unemployment benefits rose 11,000 to a seasonally adjusted 283,000 in the week ended Jan. 21, the Labor Department said Thursday.