Carter Lumber recently announced it has acquired Gaster Lumber and Hardware, a three-location building materials supplier serving the Savannah, Georgia, metro area. “Gaster Lumber is exactly the kind of company we look to partner with: a strong, family-run business that …
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84 Lumber Honors Veterans Through Military Appreciation Month Campaign
In recognition of National Military Appreciation Month, 84 Lumber is highlighting the importance of hiring and supporting veterans, and recognizing the service of two of its military veteran employees: Matt Hime, outside sales coordinator at its Sarasota, Florida, location and …
Read More »The Home Depot and Hertz Partner to Honor Military Heroes During Military Appreciation Month
The Home Depot recently announced it has partnered with Hertz to honor military heroes during the month of May, which is Military Appreciation Month. The partnership is designed to support the everyday needs of military service members, veterans and their …
Read More »Real GDP Growth Rebounds to 2% in Q1 2026
Real GDP growth accelerated in the first quarter of 2026, rebounding from a weak end of 2025, as government spending recovered following a disruptive shutdown, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). First-quarter growth was also supported by …
Read More »Builders FirstSource Reports Net Sales Decline of 10% in Q1 2026
Builders FirstSource recently released its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting a significant decline in net sales in the first three months of the year. Net sales for the company were $3.3 billion, 10.1% lower than Q1 …
Read More »Lowe’s Launches MyLowe’s Pro Rewards American Express Card
Synchrony announced an expanded co-brand partnership with Lowe’s, with Synchrony now issuing the MyLowe’s Pro Rewards American Express® Card. The new card complements the existing MyLowe’s Pro Rewards Credit Card, which can be used only in Lowe’s stores. The new card can …
Read More »Do it Best Group CEO Dan Starr to Keynote Global DIY-Summit
Do it Best Group recently announced CEO Dan Starr will be the featured keynote speaker at the 12th Global DIY-Summit, taking place June 16-18 at RAI Amsterdam in the Netherlands. The Global DIY-Summit is widely recognized as a leading international …
Read More »Sunshine Ace Hardware Announces 4 Ace Hometown Days Events
Sunshine Ace Hardware announced its stores across southwest Florida will be holding a series of four Ace Hometown Days events, celebrating the importance of community and small-town values. The first Hometown Days event runs Mother’s Day Weekend and will feature …
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