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ServiceMaster to Get Tax Freeze for Memphis Move

Memphis, TN, October 19, 2006--The Memphis and Shelby County Industrial Development Board approved two options for a payment-in-lieu-of-tax arrangement if ServiceMaster relocates its world headquarters to Memphis.

Canada Wholesale Sales Up in August

Ottawa, Ontario, October 19, 2006--Canadian wholesale trade rose by 0.5 percent in August from July as general gains more than made up for sinking sales in the crucial automotive sector, Statistics Canada said on Thursday.

Tennant Names VP, Global Operations

Minneapolis, MN, October 18, 2006--Tennant Company announced today that it has named Don Westman to lead its global operations as Vice President, Global Operations.

MBA: Refinance Applications Decrease

Washington, DC, October 18, 2006--The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) today released its Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending October 13.

NWFA Asks Consumers to Consult a Pro

St. Louis, MO, Oct 16, 2006--The National Wood Flooring Association wants consumers to consult sales professionals and installers before they make decisions about wood flooring.

Tricycle Featured in Fortune Small Business Magazi

Chattanooga TN, October 13, 2006--The October 2006 issue of Fortune Small Business features an article about Tricycle and how the company's textile simulation is serving design, product manufacturers and the planet.