SPEARFISH, S.D. – The recent layoff of 50 workers at the Spearfish Forest Products sawmill is directly tied to the U.S. Forest Services’ dramatic reduction of timber sales in the Black Hills National Forest, according to the mill’s owner.

City of Hope's International Home Furnishings Industry fundraising group, with the help of Spirit of Life honorees Flexsteel Industries and KUKA Home, raised more than $1.94 million for the City of Hope.

POULSBO, Wash. – Watson Furniture Group has completed a multi-million dollar upgrade and expansion, that includes a 10,000-square-foot warehouse addition and new equipment for the production of contract furniture.Watson President CK McKenzie said the upgrades will improve capacity, reduce waste, and safeguard the supply chain. “While the market is slower, we’re taking the time to invest in more space, equipment, and employee training,” he added. “We’re ready to run when the market bounces back.”