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Larry Adams is a Chicago-based writer and editor who writes about how things get done. A former wire service and community newspaper reporter, Larry is an award-winning writer with more than three decades of experience. In addition to writing about woodworking, he has covered science, metrology, metalworking, industrial design, quality control, imaging, Swiss and micromanufacturing . He was previously a Tabbie Award winner for his coverage of nano-based coatings technology for the automotive industry. Larry volunteers for the historic preservation group, the Kalo Foundation/Ianelli Studios, and the science-based group, Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST).
West Fraser plans a $17.7 million investment that will create 30 new jobs.
Who was named the Best Home Organization Brand of 2023?
Organized Living has been recognized as the Best Home Organization Brand during the 2023 BUILD Construction & Engineering Awards.
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Larry Adams,
October 11, 2023 | 1:26 pm CDT
Hooker Furnishings’ Drew & Jonathan Home Brand enters accents category
Twenty-five accent items and new bedroom/dining room collection is set to debut this fall.
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Larry Adams,
October 11, 2023 | 1:16 pm CDT
Designs of Distinction’s Designer DripEdge wins award for functional hardware
Designs of Distinction’s (DOD) new product – the Designer DripEdge – won this year’s KBB Product Awards in the functional hardware category.
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Larry Adams,
October 11, 2023 | 1:02 pm CDT
EPA fines Idaho company for Clean Water Act violations
SEATTLE – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Oct. 5 that Clearwater Forest Industries LLC of Kooskia, Idaho, will pay $23,950 for violations of Section 402 of the Clean Water Act.
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Larry Adams,
October 11, 2023 | 10:41 am CDT
Marge Carson featured in Rolls-Royce's 20th Anniversary Book
CLARENDON HILLS, Ill. — Marge Carson, the luxury residential furniture company, owned by the interior design firm Linley Designs, was featured in Strive for Perfection, an annual coffee table book published by Rolls-Royce Owner’s Club in partnership with St. James House.
The book explores the living legacy of the world’s most famous luxury motorcar, Rolls-Royce. The company's elegant and exquisite design style will be featured with a dedicated profile about the firm’s history, values, beliefs and future vision.
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Larry Adams,
October 10, 2023 | 1:19 pm CDT
PPG invests $2 million to prepare students for skilled trade careers
PPG and the PPG Foundation has commited to invest $2 million through 2025 to support workforce development initiatives that provide training and opportunities for future skilled workers in manufacturing and coatings application.
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Larry Adams,
October 10, 2023 | 1:01 pm CDT
Last chance for Hall of Fame induction tickets
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc., has issued the final call to purchase tickets to the Hall of Fame Induction Celebration to be held Sunday, Oct. 15, at the Sheraton Greensboro Four Seasons.
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Larry Adams,
October 10, 2023 | 12:48 pm CDT
C.R. Onsrud machining center ‘Coolest Thing Made’ in North Carolina
C.R. Onsrud, a family-owned American Machinery manufacturing company, was voted the #1 Coolest Thing Made in North Carolina for its Q-Series industrial CNC Router.
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Larry Adams,
October 10, 2023 | 12:12 pm CDT
Best of KBIS Awards now open for entries
New categories celebrate sustainability, wellness, industry trailblazers and innovation, and offer expanded opportunities for brand recognition.
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Larry Adams,
October 10, 2023 | 11:28 am CDT