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Study: Energy-Efficient School Design Lowers Cost

Washington, DC, November 1, 2006--A new national report, Greening America’s Schools, reveals that building energy-efficient schools results in lower operating costs, improved test scores and enhanced student health.

New York City Economy Improves in October

New York, NY, October 31, 2006--New York City companies reported better business conditions in October, although the outlook weakened for a third month in a row, according to an industry report on Tuesday.

Chicago Business Growth Slows

Washington, DC, October 31, 2006--Business activity grew at a slower pace in October, but expanded in the Chicago region for the 42nd straight month in October, according to the Chicago purchasing managers index released Tuesday.

Weekly Chain Store Sales Off

New York, NY, October 31, 2006--Chain store sales slipped 0.2% slipped 0.2% for the week ended Oct. 28, on a week-over-week basis.

Survey: Internet to Influence One in Four Holiday

Washington, DC, October 30, 2006--From browsing to buying, the Internet will play a larger role than ever in holiday shopping this year, according to a new survey conducted for the National Retail Federation by BIGresearch.

Wellman 3Q Loss Widens

Fort Mill, SC, October 27, 2006--Wellman Inc reported a wider third-quarter loss on Thursday, citing disappointing results after raising prices and a charge related to closing an operation.

Implications on Adaptive Reuse for Multifamily Hou

Washington, DC, October 26, 2006--InformeDesign recently released a new issue of Implications, a monthly newsletter on design and human behavior, that examines the unique aspects and technical challenges of adapting vintage buildings for re-use as multifa

Bisher Named Kronotex PR Manager

Barnwell, SC, October 25, 2006--Laminate flooring manufacturer Kronotex USA announces that Meagan Bisher has joined its marketing team as Public Relations Manager.