The expansion features an innovative Cross Laminated Timber roof system in the multipurpose room, serving as both the structural roof and finished ceiling. The CLT system required precise pre-planning for factory-drilled penetrations and careful installation to preserve the quality of the exposed wood finish.

Armstrong World Industries Inc. announced that the company’s president and CEO, Vic Grizzle, will transition to executive chair, and that current senior vice president and chief operating officer Mark Hershey will succeed Grizzle as CEO and President effective April 1, 2026

According to the 2026 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends study, storage demands, butler’s pantries, and task-specific zones reshape kitchen renovations.

Hooker Furnishings Corporation, a global leader in home furnishings, announced it has entered into a cooperation agreement with Global Value Investment Corporation (GVIC) to identify a mutually agreeable independent director with industry expertise within 45 days of signing. Separately, Board Chair W. Christopher Beeler, Jr. has notified the company that he plans to retire from the Board at the company’s 2026 annual meeting

Axos Designs has announced the acquisition of a new 30,000-square-foot facility in Long Island City. The new factory will join Axos' nearby 10,000-square-foot plant, quadrupling millwork production capacity to nearly 40,000 sq. ft and marking the first step in a strategic vertical growth plan that will add metal fabrication to its services in 2026.

U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz and Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signed a next-generation agreement that builds on a successful shared stewardship partnership. The agreement expands opportunities for timber production, new wood uses, restoring landscapes, and reducing wildfire risk to communities, ecosystems, and local economies across Utah.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Seattle District, JBLM Army Garrison, and 1st Special Forces Group leadership joined to celebrate the Department of War’s largest-to-date construction project using mass timber. When complete, the five-story, 105,000-square-foot barracks will house 200 soldiers.

TIMBER! Chop It Like It's Hot, a five-episode docuseries that pulls back the curtain on the high-energy world of STIHL Timbersports, is now live on STIHLUSA.COM. The series offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the athletes and underground communities that fuel this unique sport, capturing the grit, camaraderie, and intensity that makes it so compelling.

The Ashley companies continues to deepen its commitment to environmental stewardship, community partnerships and social initiatives across its worldwide operations. Throughout 2025, Ashley strengthened programs that create meaningful impact where employees live and work, investing in the communities that support its success. To explore the full scope of Ashley's corporate social responsibility efforts and achievements, view the company's sixth annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report.

he Nebraska State Fire Marshal's office says ember from woodworking operations traveled into a dust collector and ignited a Friday, Jan. 9, fire at the Crewdson Creations and Log Cabin Sawmill’s woodworking shop area, destroying the building and major equipment.