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Cincinnati, OH, Jan. 31, 2011 -- The former house attorney for Cincinnati-based Buddy's Carpet was sentenced last week to 18 months in federal prison for his role in a company tax fraud scheme, according to Law.com.
Washington, DC, Jan. 28, 2011 -- The U.S. economy accelerated in the fourth quarter, according to the Commerce Department.
Washington, DC, Jan. 27, 2011 -- The latest National Association of Home Builders' Remodeling Market Index edged up to 41.5 in the fourth quarter, compared to 40.8 in the third quarter.
Ann Arbor, MI, Jan. 28, 2011 -- Consumer sentiment edged down in January, according to the Thomson Reuters and University of Michigan survey.
Foley, AL, Jan. 28, 2011 -- Ascend Performance Materials plans to expand its plant in Foley.
Mercerville, NJ, Jan. 31, 2011 -- Congoleum is holding a promotion for retail sales people, who can earn extra money for every carton of the Connections glueless flooring they sell.
Washington, DC, Jan. 27, 2011 -- U.S. mortgage rates rose for the second straight week, according to Freddie Mac.
Davos, Switzerland, Jan. 28, 2011 -- Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner said he's confident that an economic recovery is underway.
Las Vegas, NV, Jan. 27, 2011 –- The North American Laminate Flooring Association has named the winners of the 5th annual 2010 Lammy Awards.
New York, NY, Jan. 27, 2011 -- Leading economists are growing more optimistic, the Associated Press said regarding its own Economy Survey.