In August 2016, a "1,000-year" rain event dumped up to 36 inches of rain in 48 hours, causing catastrophic flooding in south Louisiana, including the town of Denham Springs. Nearly the entire town suffered severe damage, forcing thousands to evacuate as homes and businesses were submerged. One of those businesses was Gator Millworks. Many of the homes were their employees' and their families.

According to a Facebook post reporting the incident, East Holmes Fire & EMS states that the information indicates the explosion was caused by sparks entering a sawdust collection system, reportedly originating from a malfunctioning belt sander. The ignition of wood dust led to an explosion that caused extensive damage to the building, including the dust collection system and sawdust silos.

Bradford Hosler, one of four Ohio men charged in connection with a home invasion and attempted child abduction of an Amish family at their home and cabinetry business, has pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery and kidnapping charges.

CitroTech Inc., manufacturer of environmentally safe fire prevention solutions for homes and wood products, has announced a strategic partnership with All Terrain Fire Support Inc., a wildfire mitigation, emergency response, and infrastructure protection firm. The collaboration is designed to help federal, state, and military agencies prevent wildfires and safeguard assets using safe, non-toxic, and long-lasting protection.

ProWood has announced a strategic partnership with the National Hispanic Construction Alliance to expand career pathways for Hispanic builders and trade workers across the United States. A key element of the collaboration includes ProWood's support of NHCA's 2026 launch of Build the Builder, an initiative designed to prepare builders and developers to reinvest in their communities.

KI, a leading manufacturer of contract furniture for education, healthcare, government, and corporate environments, has expanded its portfolio into outdoor furniture with the introduction of the Outspan Outdoor Collection.

The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA) announced the winners of its 2026 KCMA Design Awards Competition, which recognizes "outstanding achievement in kitchen design across North America."

This year, Metrie, a North American manufacturer and distributor of millwork solutions, marks its 100th anniversary—a milestone made possible not by buildings, equipment, or scale, but by the people who have shaped the company for a century. 

Sherwood Lumber has announced a strategic distribution agreement with LP SmartSide to bring LP's engineered wood siding and trim to contractors, remodelers and dealers across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (including Long Island) and Delaware. The announcement coincides with the opening of Sherwood's new Danville, Pennsylvania, distribution center.

Alongside the 2026 Exterior Stain Color of the Year, Behr is unveiling its first-ever Outdoor Accent Color Collection. It is a curated selection of 18 exterior paint colors designed to enhance and personalize outdoor spaces. Whether embarking on a full exterior refresh or adding pops of color to smaller projects, homeowners can use this palette as a resource to help revamp their home's outdoor aesthetic.