The U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, marking the third straight month of job gains despite rising inflation and continued economic uncertainty, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate in the month remained unchanged at …
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While bittersweet, the grand opening of Adam’s True Value Hardware marked the achievement of a dream by the Taffera brothers, Chris, Justin and Adam. Growing up in Scranton, Pennsylvania, in May 2026, the brothers opened up the kind of store …
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Improper fall protection was the most-cited OSHA violation in 2025. OSHA violations carry a financial penalty that the assessed company must pay. Last year, those penalties were $16,550 for each violation, as well as each day an employer fails to …
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The number of open positions in the construction sector increased in April according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). The current level of open jobs is down significantly from three years ago due …
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Builders FirstSource recently announced it has acquired Precision Design and Trim, an installation business in Boise, Idaho. Precision Design and Trim provides high quality finish work for new home construction. “This acquisition expands our installation capabilities and strengthens our presence …
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Decks & Docks Company, a specialty distributor of composite decking, recently announced it has acquired J&W Lumber, an outdoor building materials company based in Southern California. Following the acquisition, J&W owner Clyde Jennings will continue leading the company. “My dad, …
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Single-family home construction declined across all geographic regions in the first quarter of 2026 while multifamily construction grew in most areas, according to the NAHB’s Home Building Geography Index (HBGI), as economic uncertainty, high material costs and elevated interest rates …
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Tractor Supply Company (TSC) announced a major, storewide expansion across its truck, tool and hardware categories, adding more than 30 SKIL tools and accessories to stores. The initial lineup includes a flip drill, circular saw, impact driver and stapler. An …
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