Consumer Spending Up 0.9%
Washington, DC, January 30, 2006--Consumer spending rose 0.9% in December as spending increased on durable goods, according to the Commerce Department.
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Shaw Wins GSA Evergreen Award
Dalton, GA, December 30, 2005--Shaw Industries’ Commercial Division received the 2005 GSA Evergreen Award in the furnishings category.
Indian Exporters Demand Carpet Processing Zone
Bhadohi, India, January 30, 2006--Carpet exporters and traders are planning to meet the union textiles minister demanding setting up of a special 'carpet processing zone' at Bhadohi in Uttar Pradesh.
Mannington Still Doing the Right Thing
Salem, NJ, January 30, 2006--Mannington Mills does business the world around, but its heart and soul remain in Salem County.
"Responsible Solutions to Mold Coalition" Launched
Orlando, FL, January 30, 2006--The Responsible Solutions to Mold Coalition (RSMC) was launched at the National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Fla.
Mannington Commercial Partners with Tricycle
Calhoun, GA, January 30, 2006--Mannington Commercial announced that it will partner with sustainable design company Tricycle, to aid in its product development process, and will support a sample alternative program.
Ford Truck, Tile Tools Top Prizes in Coverings Dra
Alexandria, VA, January 30, 2006--There is a Ford truck in the future of one lucky Coverings 2006 attendee, and a few others will walk away winners with valuable new tile-working tools.
World Market Center Partners with Opportunity Vil
Las Vegas, NV, January 30, 2006 – World Market Center officials are proud to announce they have partnered with Opportunity Village, a Las Vegas-based, not-for-profit agency, to create a furniture donation program.
CCAGW Corrects Sen. Reid on Asbestos Reform Bill
Washington, January 31, 2006--The Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW) today criticized Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) for his comments about S. 852, the Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act (FAIR Act).
Mohawk Select Rugs Aim at Profit
Sugar Valley, GA, January 27, 2006--Independent retailers now have access to a highly promotable, highly profitable rug line, with the styling and support necessary for real success.