As you plan your travel itinerary for 2026, be sure to add these exciting industry events to your calendar. January 2026 House-Hasson Dealer Market January 22-24, 2026 Nashville, TN Opryland Hotel & Convention Center February 2026 Orgill Spring Online Buying …
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Gift cards rank as the second-most popular gift this holiday season, with total spending on gift cards expected to reach $29 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). According to NRF, 43% of shoppers plan to purchase …
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Do it Best and True Value recently announced country music singer Dierks Bentley will headline the company’s 2026 Spring Market in Denver, Colorado, on March 7, 2026. “Dierks Bentley captures the spirit of independence, and we’re so excited to have …
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Many retailers faced a challenging year in 2025, with an unstable economy, tariff fluctuations and other industry difficulties. While some retailers have stood their ground throughout the year, many have been forced to close their doors. Here are the major …
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Hancock Lumber recently announced Curtis Pratt as the company’s new safety director, filling a newly created role for the Hancock Lumber team. Bringing over 15 years of experience in safety and health leadership across a wide range of industries, including …
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In an analysis of the Federal Reserve G.17 Industrial Product report, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) found that sawmill production has remained essentially flat over the past two years, according to the report. According to NAHB, the sawmill …
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The Spangler family has agreed to sell Spangler’s Ace Hardware in Dover, Pennsylvania, to the Aubuchon Company. The store will continue to operate as Spangler’s Ace Hardware, with Ashley Spangler III staying on as store leader. The addition will bump …
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis over the 2 months from September 2025 to November 2025. Over the last 12 months, …
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