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Washington, DC, Aug. 17, 2011 -- Following a drop of almost a full point in June, the Architecture Billings Index fell again by more than a point in July, according to the American Institute of Architects.
Anaheim, CA. Aug. 17, 2011 -- The World Floor Covering Association said it has endorsed Senate Bill 1452, “The Main Street Fairness Act” to collect sales taxes from Internet purchases.
Chattanooga, TN, Aug. 17, 2011 -- Alliance Flooring’s Co-CEO Ron Dunn and his wife hit the road in a recreational vehicle to visit member stores across the country.
Dalton, GA, Aug. 17, 2011 -- Shaw Industries is downsizing its work force at plants in Eton and Ringgold, Georgia, according to the Dalton Daily Citizen.
Washington, DC, Aug. 17, 2011 -- Mortgage application volume rose 4.1% last week, as homeowners continued to take advantage of low interest rates when refinancing, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Fountain Inn, SC, Aug. 17, 2011 -– Anderson Hardwood is rolling out its 2011 fall promotional package on Sept. 1.
Toano, VA, Aug. 17, 2011 -- Lumber Liquidators has elected Jimmie L. Wade as a Class III director effective Sept. 1.
Dalton, GA, Aug. 17, 2011 -- As part of its first HGTV HOME Flooring by Shaw promotional package, the firm will feature a month-long Facebook challenge for the consumer audience.
Washington, DC, Aug. 17, 2011 -- The core Producer Price Index rose 0.4% in July, the biggest increase since January, according to the Labor Department.
Florence, AL, Aug. 17, 2011 -- Centiva said it has donated 400 recycling bins to citizens of Florence, who have taken a pledge to recycle.