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Ace Retail Group plans a Westlake Ace Hardware in Fenton, Missouri, with remodeling set for early 2027 and a summer opening anticipated.

Canfor Southern Pine is investing about $96 million at its El Dorado mill, with upgrades expected to more than double annual production and add 75 jobs.

Sunshine Ace Hardware is holding a customer appreciation event for its Pelican Bay store, which opened in North Naples on Nov. 1, 2025.

A House Beautiful writer reports on the Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin’s historic design, including its lobby ceiling, restored elephant fountain and Brandenburg Gate views.

U.S. construction added 11,000 jobs in September, though employment changes varied widely by state, according to an NAHB analysis.

Bambu’s advertised Black Friday printer prices run Oct. 27-Dec. 1, 2026, with discounts across its desktop lineup and other 3D-printing supplies.

Ina Garten recommends placing two or three patterns of heirloom china over simple, matching plates for a casual but polished table.

A September 2026 NAHB survey found labor shortages across most homebuilding trades, with the nine-trade average reaching 47% and labor costs up 4.2%.

The U.S. CPI rose 0.6% in September, up from 0.4% in August, as gasoline prices climbed 9.1%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Veranda’s holiday gift guide features 27 stocking-stuffer ideas, from a hand-assembled watch and caviar to beauty, home and food gifts.