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American Micro Industries Intros Noise Reduction S

Chambersburg, PA, October 28, 2005--American Micro Industries, Inc. has launched a new line of acoustical products specifically designed to reduce the transmission of airborne and impact noise through floors.

3Q GDP Up 3.8%

Washington, GA, October 28, 2005--The economy grew at a 3.8% seasonally adjusted annual rate in the third quarter of 2005, according to a Commerce Department report.

Anderson Floor Showcased on “Comfort Zones”

Clinton, S.C., October 28, 2005--An Anderson Virginia Vintage floor installed in an upscale beach home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida recently was featured in a segment of “Comfort Zones” on the Fine Living Network.

Nevada Retailer Donates Generously

Lake Tahoe, NV, October 28, 2005--The Leadership Lake Tahoe's "One Home at a Time" team received a very generous donation from The Paint Store & Carpet Barn.

3Q Employment Costs Up 0.8%

Washington, DC, October 28, 2005--Employment costs rose 0.8% in the third quarter, in line with economists' expectations and virtually unchanged from the 0.7% gain seen during the second quarter.

Consumer Sentiment Slips in October

Ann Arbor, MI, October 28, 2005--Consumer sentiment fell slightly in late October, according to media reports of proprietary research at the University of Michigan.