Logistics expert: Prepare for port congestion, shipping delays amid possible port strikes
NORFOLK, Va. — Leading up to the U.S./Canada East and Gulf Coast labor contract expiration on Sept. 30, there is a lot of uncertainty throughout …
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New independent rep organization stresses importance of buying from local reps
HIGH POINT — As part of a new collaborative effort among independent rep agencies called “Reps Are Local Too,” the International Home Furnishings Representatives Association …
Ashley, Ron & Joyce Wanek Foundation award more than $470K in scholarships for 2024-25 school year
ARCADIA, Wis. – Ashley Furniture Industries LLC and the Ronald & Joyce Wanek Foundation Inc. have awarded over $470,000 in scholarships to 139 exceptional students for …
Another question on Big Lots: What would Paul Broyhill think?
As I was reading Tom Russell’s article last week speculating on the future of Big Lots and the Broyhill brand, I couldn’t help but wonder what …
Bookshelf recall highlights dangers of unstable shelf storage units
Height and weight of such units warrants anchoring them to the wall to avoid tip-over incidents HIGH POINT — Earlier this year, a good friend …
Urban wood increases the amount of natural resources available to the furniture industry
Also known as reclaimed wood, the materials are sourced from old buildings and old-growth trees on city streets HIGH POINT — Visiting factories here and …
A conversation with Dan Troyer of Briarwood Furniture
Last month, I took a call from a young man named Dan Troyer. He and his family own Briarwood Fine Furniture, which manufactures hardwood Amish-styled bedroom …
Regina Andrew Detroit serves as national sponsor of 2024 Southern Living Idea House
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Regina Andrew Detroit is lighting up the Lowcountry as a national sponsor of the 2024 Southern Living Idea House, located in the …
The Last Word with HPMA CEO Tammy Covington Nagem
In this segment, Home News Now Editor-at-Large Ray Allegrezza interviews the president and chief executive officer of the High Point Market Authority, who also will …
Malouf provides educational content at NMG PrimeTime event in Las Vegas
LOGAN, Utah— Malouf recently attended the Nationwide Marketing Group PrimeTime event in Las Vegas. At the show, team members presented at two educational events and …
