The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule of a revision to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Currently, salaried employees making less than $35,568 fall under the FLSA overtime pay protections, ensuring that if they work more …

Toilet Ring Repair Ring The Oatey Fix-It flange repair ring can be used to securely repair broken, cracked or worn-out toilet mounting flanges without having to replace the flange. It is designed to fit universally and is compatible with all …

When Dave Thompson purchased Main Street Ace Hardware from its former owner, Floyd Craft, he didn’t plan on making any changes to the Bowling Green, Ohio, store, which has been in its same location since 1987. But with every acquisition, …

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Why did you agree to become an NHPA Ambassador? What have you enjoyed the most in your relationship with the association? It was an easy decision to become an NHPA Ambassador. I became more involved with the organization when I …

Who is HDA? In April 2022, Distribution America and PRO Group Inc. joined forces to become Hardlines Distribution Alliance (HDA). In the two years since its formation, HDA has harnessed the purchasing power of both groups and has tirelessly worked …

Mother’s Day spending is expected to reach $33.5 billion this year, the second highest in the history of the survey, following last year’s record $35.7 billion, according to the annual consumer survey released by the National Retail Federation and Prosper …

The impulse section of your store can be one of the most exciting categories to stock. Combing through social media and walking trade show floors are both great ways to find fun products for your customers. Since gardening is a …