A focus on helping the community and serving other small businesses has been key to Curtis Lumber’s storied 134-year history. The operation currently has 23 locations in New York and Vermont.  In 1827, Captain Isaac Henry Curtiss built the first …

Marking 130 years in business in 2022, San Diego Hardware celebrated by adding e-commerce, giving customers another way to shop the largest decorative hardware selection in the region.  The company was founded in 1892 in San Diego, is still owned …

In 2023, Gerretsen Building Supply in Roseburg, Oregon, celebrated a century in business with a community celebration. The event included vendor demonstrations and raffles for a variety of prizes including a wood pellet grill, rolling toolbox, saw kit and gardening …

We’re so excited that the 2024 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) is almost here! This event is dedicated to exploring innovative solutions to some of today’s most challenging retail operations questions—with a little fun and relaxation on the side. …

Do it Best has announced Kerry Hasselbach as the co-op’s new director of marketing. Hasselbach brings more than 20 years of experience and a proven track record of success in leadership roles across the home and retail industries, making her …

Ace Hardware released its financial report for Q2 2024 this week. The company reported second quarter 2024 revenues of $2.7 billion, an increase of $81.7 million, or 3.1%, from the second quarter of 2023. Net income was $114.4 million for …

Michael Mott has agreed to sell his four Ace Hardware stores in Pennsylvania to the Aubuchon Company. The stores will continue to operate as Ace Hardware. After closing in October, the Aubuchon Company will operate 123 stores in nine states.  “Mike …

Lowe’s Companies Inc. today reported net earnings of $2.4 billion for the second quarter ended Aug. 2, with total sales for the quarter down 5.6% year over year to $23.6 billion. Comparable sales for the quarter decreased 5.1% driven by …