The price of goods used in new residential construction (including energy) was up 1.8% in September and up 9.7% from last year, while the price of services was up 2.2% over the month and up 11.3% from last year, according …
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The Kansas Chamber of Commerce recently presented Blish-Mize with its 2026 Ad Astra Award. Announced at the chamber’s annual dinner in March, this award recognizes Kansas businesses whose leadership, innovation and impact have helped move the state forward. “We are …
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R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. announced the acquisition of White Mountain Lumber in Green River, Wyoming, effective October 17, 2026. The acquisition brings together two family-owned businesses, strengthening R.P. Lumber’s growing presence in Wyoming and northeastern Utah. Founded in 1990, White …
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Labor shortages in the homebuilding industry are becoming more widespread, according to recent results from the September 2026 NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) survey. The survey asked builders about shortages in 16 specific trades. The percentage of builders reporting …
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Walmart recently announced in a letter to employees the company plans to offer coverage for over 250 prescription medications, including GLP-1s for diabetes, for its employees in 2027. New benefits will also be added for employees being evaluated or diagnosed …
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Benjamin Moore announced its Color of the Year 2027 as Webster Green HC-130. “For 2027, our focus centered on the green color family. When we looked across the past, present and future of color trends, variations on green consistently demonstrated …
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The Consumer Price Index increased 0.6% on a seasonally adjusted basis in September after rising 0.4% in August, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.7% before seasonal adjustment. …
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Existing home sales rose after three months of declines as improved inventory gave buyers more negotiating power, according to an analysis from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). As buyers wait for rate relief, homes are sitting on the …
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