Jobless Claims Up Last Week
Washington, DC, October 12, 2006--Claims for unemployment benefits rose slightly in the latest week after falling for two consecutive weeks.
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Beige Book: Economic Growth Continues at Varied Pa
Washington, DC, October 12, 2006--The economy appeared fragmented into pockets of strength and weakness, but, in general, economic activity continues to expand, according to the latest Federal Reserve 'Beige Book'.
Dalyn Rug and Jaclyn Smith Home Launch at High Poi
Dalton, GA, October 11, 2006--Dalyn Rug Company and Jaclyn Smith Home will unveil their new Coventry Collection at the High Point Market October 16 – 22.
Milliken Joins SmartWay
Spartanburg, SC, October 11, 2006--Milliken & Co. has joined the SmartWay Transportation Partnership, a voluntary collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the freight industry, as a truck carrier.
Kane Carpet Returns to AmericasMart
Atlanta, GA, October 10, 2006--Kane Carpet, has returned to the Area Rug Center at AmericasMart Atlanta after a four-year absence.
Karelia to Expand Hardwood Production to Russia an
Kuopio, Finland, October 10, 2006--Karelia Corporation is planning to expand their hardwood flooring production to Russia and Romania.
Study: Economy Will Grow Slowly and Avoid Recessio
New York, NY, October 10, 2006--Varied economic indicators produced by The Conference Board are now pointing to slow growth ahead in the U.S., but not a recession, according to an analysis released today by The Conference Board.
Godfrey Hirst Cuts Jobs at Feltex Location
Victoria, Australia, October 9, 2006--Carpet maker Godfrey Hirst is to lay off 134 staff at the Feltex plant in Christchurch.
Vaughn of Akona Named 2006 NTCA Tile Person of the
Jackson, MS, October 6, 2006--Tom Vaughn of Akona LLC received the 2006 NTCA Tile Person of the Year award during the association’s awards banquet at its Total Solutions conference at the Las Vegas Hilton.
Q.E.P. Names Clingan Senior VP, International Mark
Boca Raton, FL, October 6, 2006--Q.E.P. Co. announced the promotion of Jamie Clingan to Senior Vice President of International Marketing.