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Atlanta, February 28--The typical U.S. hotel achieved an estimated 13.3 percent increase in profits in 2004, and is projected to enjoy another 14.1 percent boost to the bottom-line in 2005, according to the 2005 P&L Forecast published by PKF Hospitality R
Port Chester, NY, February 25--RD Weis Companies has formed a partnership with Free Axez USA, an alliance that expands RD Weis' problem-solving capabilities for today¹s office and technology environments.
Washington, DC, February 25--The economy in the fourth quarter grew at an annual rate of 3.8 percent, according to a report from the Commerce Department. The growth was stronger than the 3.1 percent from the estimate a month ago.
Washington, DC, February 25--Existing-home sales, revised with improved methodology, were essentially flat in January but remained at historically high levels, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Newport, OR, Februbery 24--After 25 years experience installing flooring for other companies, Dave Weiss, together with his wife, Donna, and eldest son, Dave, decided it was time to put Dave's knowledge of the flooring business to work in a family-own
London, England, February 24--British Wool has introduced a cartoon creation called "Farmer Tom" to highlight the connection between the British sheep farmer and the finished British Wool carpet, according to the Journal.
Chattanooga, TN, February 24--The Dixie Group reported income from continuing operations of $5,024,000, or $0.40 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter.
Oroville, CA, February 24--When Chico residents Bryan and Ray Hobbs began looking for satellite locations for their successfully expanding floor coverings business Floors by Ray, the natural choice they found for a location was the city of gold.
Cherry Hill, NJ, February 24--Avalon Carpet Tile and Flooring recently donated $50,000 to be shared among three charities in southern New Jersey.
New Delhi, India, February 24--Deputy Secretary of Labor Steven J. Law Thursday announced a $6 million aid commitment toward a joint project to eliminate hazardous and exploitative child labour in India.