Valley Wide Cooperative recently announced the retirement of CEO Dave Holtom after 30 years of service. Since joining Valley Wide in 1994, Holtom has been instrumental in guiding the company through growth, innovation and change, expanding the business’ footprint and …
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Costello’s Ace Hardware Raises Funds to Fight Hunger
Costello’s Ace Hardware recently made a big impact, contributing to hunger relief in many of its store regions. The store’s September fundraiser, Round Up to Fight Hunger, raised a total of $21,314, supporting local food banks and hunger relief efforts …
Read More »Oregon Hardware Store to Celebrate 100th Anniversary
Eugene True Value Hardware in Eugene, Oregon, will celebrate a significant milestone this year—its 100th anniversary. To celebrate, the store is hosting a centennial weekendlong event that will feature special savings, giveaways and a community celebration. Customers can enter to …
Read More »Lumber King President Announces Retirement
Lumber King, which has five locations throughout Kentucky and Tennessee, announced the retirement of its president, John Kayae, who is stepping down after 13 years at the helm. Since taking on his role in 2012, Kayae led Lumber King through …
Read More »Crossroads Hardware Celebrates Grand Reopening
Celebrating a newly renovated store and freshly restocked shelves, Crossroads Hardware in Leonard, Texas recently celebrated the store’s grand reopening. The two-day event brought in over 350 guests to enjoy special discounts and deals on products, raffle giveaways and complimentary …
Read More »Enyart’s Hardware Celebrates 50 Years of Community Service
Enyart’s Hardware, a beloved hardware store in Rochester, Indiana, recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, complete with weekendlong festivities with customers and neighbors who have been loyal customers in supporting the business since its founding in 1975. The celebration included vendor …
Read More »Friedman’s Home Improvement Hosts Golf Tournament to Support Local Schools
Friedman’s Home Improvement recently hosted its 30th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, benefitting Schools Plus, a local nonprofit. This year, the event raised $140,000 for schools in Sonoma County, California. “The work of Schools Plus makes a direct impact on children …
Read More »Golden Hammer Awards Spotlight Industry Veterans
Do it Best and Estwing Manufacturing Co. recently recognized the achievements of three individuals with the Estwing Golden Hammer award, a prestigious award recognizing outstanding individuals who have dedicated over 50 years of service to the independent home improvement industry. …
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