Lowe’s Wants to Train One Million New Craft Workers

In an expansion of previous programs, the giant DIY retail chain has partnered with a number of corporations, including General Motors and ATT.
US Forest Service Awards $105 Million in Grants

The special funding is for more than 175 projects around the country that promote innovation.
Ace Opens 100th Store This Year on Way to 170 Openings by Year-End

As part of a years-long expansion program, the hardware cooperative expects to be at more than 5,300 in the US by December.
Yes, Some New Homes Are Being Built: Here’s Where

New data shows that smaller metro areas are faring better than cities and multi-family construction is doing better than single-family.
The Lumber Liquidators/Cabinets To Go Deal is Dead

The proposed acquisition of the two brands has been canceled by Neighborhood Intelligence, which previously was called Bed Bath & Beyond.
Retail Construction Remains Steady: CoStar

While activity still trails earlier results, construction ticked up for the second quarter.
Mass Timber A Big Part of New Forest Service Museum — Of Course

The newly opened National Museum of Forest Service History in Missoula, MT uses timber to create its learning environment.
Boise Cascade and James Hardie Partner Up

The two companies will work together in the latest in an ongoing series of concentrations in the building trade.
New Houzz Survey Offers Some Encouraging News for Builders

The market for new construction still remains challenging but there are hopeful signs in this new study.
Could Kimberly-Clark’s Discovery Be a Windfall for Woodworkers?

The giant paper company’s development of an alternative to wood for its products may mean lower prices for building materials.