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Click the picture to download a PDF of this story. Walking the aisles of a trade show or buying market can be both an exhilarating and daunting prospect. What products represent the next big trend for your store and customer base? …

Just as adults like to show off their fancy cars, children love to show off their bicycles. Every year, Allan’s Home Hardware Building Centre in Cochrane, Ontario, gives them an opportunity to do that. The company’s Annual Bike Decorating Contest …

Green thumbs unite! Registration for the 2019 IGC Show in Chicago is now open. The event will take place Aug. 13-15 at Chicago’s Lakeside | McCormick, showcasing the latest trends in lawn and garden products. By registering now, attendees can …

The community of Granby, Colorado, looks forward to the Christmas model train exhibit set up by the Grand County Railroad Club. Recently, the club secured land that will allow it to keep the display up all year, will feature a …

ACT NOW: The deadline to register for the 2018 NRHA State of Independents Conference is Wednesday, Nov. 7! Independent retailers can register for free to hear how home improvement leaders are finding new paths to grow their businesses. The 2018 …

In Markleysburg, Pennsylvania, local businesses came together to put a spell on shoppers just in time for Halloween. On Oct. 20, Marcon Building Supply hosted its first Halloween-themed event to bring customers of all ages through its doors, meet the …

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and for customers who shop for their home, farm and outdoor needs at any of 41 Runnings locations in seven states, the annual Ladies Night is linked with a special cause. The event …

The North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) is hosting a gathering for female leaders in the independent home improvement sector to share ideas and discuss current business issues and best practices. The third annual Women’s Leadership Roundtable is slated for …