Six to Receive the 2006 AIA’s Young Architects Awa
Washington, DC, January 30, 2006--The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced the six recipients of the 2006 AIA Young Architects Award.
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Survey: 65% of Workers Looking
New York, NY, January 31, 2006--Economic growth coupled with increasing employment options have led 65 percent of U.S. workers recently to consider launching some sort of job search, according to a survey released on Monday by salary consulting firm Salar
Coverings Rolls Out Online Matchmaking Service
Alexandria, VA, January 30, 2006) – Even before Coverings exhibitors and attendees head to Orlando for the April 4-7 show, they can begin networking and get a jump-start on doing business together with access to a free online Matchmaking Service.
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.
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).
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.