Known for its exceptional customer service, retail excellence and leadership, Lee Hardware & Building Supply is a beloved establishment with two locations in Waycross and Lakeland, Georgia. Operated by a third-generation owner, Heather Lee Bruner, Lee Hardware embodies the values …
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The number of workers in the construction labor force moving toward management, business and technical roles is gaining momentum, according to the NAHB’s analysis of the latest 2024 American Community Survey (ACS). The share of construction trades workers has declined …
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QXO announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire TopBuild Corp. for approximately $17 billion, significantly expanding QXO’s scale and capabilities across the building products value chain. The transaction is expected to be immediately and substantially …
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Big C Lumber announced the promotion of Courtney Kaptur to general manager of its location in Three Oaks, Michigan. Kaptur began her career with the company as a kitchen and bath designer and later advanced to assistant manager at the …
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Rural King announced the grand opening of its new store in Sebring, Florida, marking the company’s 150th location nationwide. Grand opening festivities will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony, tasting event and a free tote bag for the first 150 customers, along …
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The Home Depot announced it has acquired SIMPL Automation, a Waltham, Massachusetts-based automation and technology systems company. SIMPL uses advanced engineering and AI to help distribution facilities operate faster and more efficiently. Its technology furthers the company’s strategy of same-day/next-day …
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During the company’s annual meeting of shareholders, PPG chairman and CEO Tim Knavish shared highlights of the company’s 2025 performance. PPG achieved $15.9 billion in net sales, including a 2% increase in organic sales due to higher sales volumes and selling …
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According to estimates from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the U.S. has a structural housing deficit of 1.2 million units. Among the various challenges facing builders, the industry is also facing a shortage of workers in construction trades, …
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