ABC Supply Interiors, formerly L&W Supply Corporation, recently opened four new locations in Arizona, Illinois, Nebraska and Texas. The new branches expand ABC Supply Interiors’ ability to support contractors in growing markets across the country. Chandler, Arizona: Located at 323 …
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R.P. Lumber Co. announced the opening of its newest location in Monmouth, Illinois, marking the store’s 100th retail location. The store officially opened for business on October 12, 2026. Located along one of Monmouth’s primary commercial corridors, the store occupies …
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Phoenix International, a freight forwarder partner of Do it Best Group, recently brought its team and family members together for a community cleanup near its corporate headquarters in Itasca, Illinois. As part of the effort, Phoenix International purchased cleanup supplies …
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R.P. Lumber opened its 91st and newest location in Carlyle, Illinois, this week. “R.P. Lumber has proudly served Clinton County for many years through our locations in Highland, Greenville, Odin and Lebanon,” says Robert Plummer, CEO of R.P. Lumber. “Opening …
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A new paint recycling program began in Illinois on Dec. 1, 2025, enabling households and businesses to recycle leftover paint, stain and varnish conveniently and sustainably. The program is operated by PaintCare, a nonprofit organization created by paint companies through …
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An Illinois hardware store is opting to deliver orders to customers on three wheels instead of four. Every summer, Oye’s Hardware in Arthur, Illinois, brings out its signature yellow bicycle to deliver orders to local customers. “We wanted to offer …
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R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. announced it will be acquiring Custer Do It Best Hardware & Lumber, an independently owned retailer in Custer, South Dakota. The transaction is scheduled to close April 19th. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Current …
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True Value CEO Chris Kempa is inviting all independent hardware retailers to the company’s Fall 2021 Reunion in Chicago, taking place Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 at McCormick Place. The theme of the three-day event is “All In,” providing both …
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