Tariffs are painful, but like it or not, they’re working
It’s understandable that many in our industry are feeling uneasy about the latest tariff measures. Change of this magnitude never comes without disruption. But the …
Category: Up Close
Up-close features stories focused on a specific subject that offer insight from people close to it.
Industry veteran Adam Paxton dies at age 53
Editor’s Note: Home News Now is reprinting Adam Paxton’s obituary from the website of Pegues Funeral Directors TUPELO, Miss. — Albert Adam Paxton “Adam,” 53, …
Massey’s Furniture Barn opens new Ashley showroom in Watertown, New York
WATERTOWN, N.Y. — On Aug. 16, Massey’s Furniture Barn unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand-opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 27,000-square-foot facility at 21182 Salmon …
CPSC stepping up enforcement of recalls, AHFA presenter says
COLFAX, N.C. — At a recent presentation titled Recalls & Enforcement Under the New CPSC, Asha Allam, with Washington-based Cooley LLC, outlined what furniture makers, …
Century Furniture names John Jokinen VP, upholstery
HICKORY, N.C. — Century Furniture has named industry veteran John Jokinen as vice president of upholstery. In this position, Jokinen will oversee all sales and …
Park Hill Collection names Rosy Wells VP, creative director
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Furniture and décor specialist Park Hill Collection has named Rosy Wells vice president and creative director of the company’s home décor …
Lowe’s reports 1.1% increase in Q2 sales
Company also reports $2.4 billion in net earnings, up slightly from $2.38 billion the same period last year MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Home improvement retailer Lowe’s …
Home Depot reports increases in Q2, 1st-half fiscal 2025 sales
Comparable sales for the 2nd quarter increased 1% and comparable sales in the US increased 1.4% ATLANTA — Home improvement retailer Home Depot reported a …
10 out of 10 with Jim Tobin, president and CEO of the National Association of Home Builders
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the top executive of the NAHB on issues ranging from the inconsistent nature of homebuilding activity to the …
This week’s AHFA Regulatory Summit to address key issues
HIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Alliance is presenting its annual Regulatory Summit this week, Aug. 20-21 at The Conference Center at Guilford Technical …
