Industry icon Clem Lange dies at 85
HUNTINGBURG, Ind. — Clement “Clem” Lange, co-founder and chairman of Best Home Furnishings, died Saturday, March 6. He was 85. The company noted the industry …
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Broyhill sales top $400M as Big Lots closes out best year
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IHFRA chief sees continuing industry disruption but some reasons for hope
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Ashley issues fourth price increase in 12 months
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A closer look at a smaller Bob’s
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Wyrmwood shuts down Keystone
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Berkshire’s Buffett pays homage to NFM’s Mrs. B, Louie Blumkin in latest annual letter
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Severe storms throw another wrench in the supply chain
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