Labor Day sales highlight challenges, opportunities in different markets
Pockets of strong housing development, relocations help boost fortunes of some retailers HIGH POINT — As expected, Labor Day received mixed reviews from retailers around …
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Hooker Furnishings reveals further details on layoffs, cost reductions
Earnings call also offers insights into recent successes including performance at Sunset West, plus first quarterly increase in 2 years at Home Meridian division MARTINSVILLE, …
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 …
Kindel Furniture acquired by Holladay Design House
Company will be renamed Kindel Karges, reflecting key brands in its portfolio GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Luxury furniture manufacturer Kindel Furniture has been acquired by …
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 …
Big Lots bankruptcy filing identifies Top 30 unsecured creditors
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Top 30 unsecured creditors in Big Lots’ Chapter 11 bankruptcy have just over $74 million in claims, according to documents filed …
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 …
Standard Fiber to debut Dr. Scholl’s bedding products line
HENDERSON, Nev. – Global home textiles leader Standard Fiber is launching a first-ever collection of bedding products under the Dr. Scholl’s name. The new collaboration debuts at the …
New owner of GJ Styles looks to grow company with expanded product mix
Industry veteran Doug Diemoz purchased the company this past spring, with an eye on paying homage to its roots, while evolving into new areas of …
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 …
