Dutch Boy Paints recently announced Deep Rooted (311-7DB) as its 2027 Color of the Year. Inspired by the warmth of nature, Deep Rooted brings grounded optimism and comfort to a room, helping create a space that feels personal and effortlessly …
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Brownboro Hardware & Paint EggFEST Raises Record Funds
Brownsboro Hardware and Paint’s annual EGGFest Food Festival raised a new record high amount this year, with funds raised going to two local food-related charities. “This is the largest one-year increase in our history, and it shows that once again, …
Read More »Keith Lee, Tyrese Haliburton Team Up With Salvation Army for Gary, Indiana Storm Relief
The Salvation Army, popular food influencer and philanthropist Keith Lee have announced a partnership to provide relief and support to Gary, Indiana, following widespread damage caused by recent severe storms. Many individuals in Northwest Indiana continue to face significant challenges, …
Read More »QXO Appoints New President and Chief Operating Officer
QXO, Inc. has announced the appointment of Ken West as president and chief operating officer, effective Sept. 1, 2026. West will report to chief executive officer Brad Jacobs and be responsible for QXO’s day-to-day operations. West brings an extensive track …
Read More »Walmart Adds Tap to Pay Payment Option
Walmart announced it will begin adding Tap to Pay to payment options at select Walmart stores and Sam’s Club locations, with plans to roll it out to all U.S. stores and clubs by the end of 2026 and to fuel …
Read More »Housing Affordability Slips Further in Q2 2026
Housing affordability declined in the second quarter of 2026 as higher mortgage rates, rising construction costs and economic uncertainty weighed on the market. According to the latest data from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing …
Read More »Walmart Reports Q2 2026 Financial Results and Updates 2027 Guidance
Walmart reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting net sales growth of $125.2 billion, up 3.5% from the previous year. Comparable sales, excluding fuel, were up 2.6% in the quarter while the company’s operating income was …
Read More »South Carolina Goodwill to Open ‘Retool & Supply’ Hardware Store
The first of its kind, Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) announced it is officially opening its Retool & Supply hardware store on Wednesday, August 26th. In partnership with official sponsor and community partner Ingles Markets, this specialty retail …
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