Industry News

Bliffert Lumber Expands into Southwestern Wisconsin with New Platteville Location

August 27, 2026

Bliffert Lumber today announced the opening of its newest location in Platteville, Wisconsin, expanding the company’s footprint into southwestern Wisconsin and its ability to serve professional contractors, builders, remodelers, and homeowners throughout the region, including northwestern Illinois and eastern Iowa.

The Home Depot Expands Magic Apron to Deliver Personalized & Localized In-Store Guidance

August 27, 2026

The Home Depot's AI assistant, Magic Apron, has expanded to include localized store knowledge in all U.S. stores to help customers and associates navigate stores more efficiently, quickly find products, ask product-specific questions and get personalized project guidance.

Do it Best Foundation awards nearly $150,000 in grants

August 27, 2026

The Do it Best Foundation is proud to announce the distribution of more than $144,000 in grants to 21 organizations dedicated to creating brighter futures for kids and families in the communities where Do it Best team members live and work.

Nailed It! Goodwill to Open Retool & Supply Hardware Store in Pelzer, Crafting Big Deals for DIYers

August 27, 2026

Your next great secondhand find isn’t just hiding in the clothing racks – it’s waiting on the hardware shelves. Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is officially cutting the ribbon on its newest, sharpest retail concept; Retool & Supply hardware store on Wednesday, August 26th. Powered by official sponsor and community partner Ingles Markets, this first-of-its-kind specialty store .

Arrow Tool Group and DIY Expert Serena Appiah “Light the Fright” with Halloween Decorating Giveaway

August 24, 2026

This Halloween, Arrow Tool Group is helping DIYers turn ordinary homes and backyards into frightfully fun spaces with the launch of its “Light the Fright” Halloween Giveaway, featuring DIY expert and Arrow partner Serena Appiah of Thrift Diving. Winners will each receive an Arrow® T301 Light Hanging Kit and $250 gift card to help make their homes frightfully festive this Halloween.

The Home Depot Announces Interim Management Plans While CEO Takes Temporary Medical Leave

August 19, 2026

The Home Depot®, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today announced that chair, president and CEO Ted Decker will take a temporary medical leave of absence. The company expects Decker to return within the next few months.

Do it Best Group Announces New Technology Services Partnership with Epicor

August 19, 2026

Do it Best Group announced today a new technology services partnership with Epicor designed to give its member-owners access to a right-sized point-of-sale platform backed by greater support from the co-op.

Mead Lumber and Andersen Windows Donate $12,000 to Habitat for Humanity Chapters

August 19, 2026

Mead Lumber, in partnership with Andersen Windows, is proud to announce, for the second consecutive year, a joint donation of $12,000 to eight local Habitat for Humanity chapters. This contribution reflects one of Mead Lumber’s core values, which is "Investing Where We Live", and its commitment to supporting the communities it calls home.

The Home Depot Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results; Reaffirms Fiscal 2026 Guidance

August 19, 2026

The Home Depot®, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today reported sales of $47.9 billion for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, an increase of $2.6 billion, or 5.7% from the second quarter of fiscal 2025. Comparable sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 increased 1.7%, and comparable sales in the U.S. increased 1.3%.

The Home Depot Expands Fastest Fulfillment In Home Improvement with Nationwide Express Delivery

August 19, 2026

Available across U.S. markets for a small flat fee with no subscription or membership required, making rapid delivery accessible to Pro and DIY customers. Express Delivery leverages 2,000+ Home Depot U.S. stores as neighborhood fulfillment hubs, delivering trade-grade products and everyday DIY essentials in three hours or less. Delivers thousands of SKUs across plumbing, electrical, hardware, paint, tools, and everyday project supplies straight from local stores to the doorstep or job site.

INDUSTRY NEWS

INDUSTRY NEWS

Bliffert Lumber Expands into Southwestern Wisconsin with New Platteville Location

The Home Depot Expands Magic Apron to Deliver Personalized & Localized In-Store Guidance

Do it Best Foundation awards nearly $150,000 in grants

Nailed It! Goodwill to Open Retool & Supply Hardware Store in Pelzer, Crafting Big Deals for DIYers

Arrow Tool Group and DIY Expert Serena Appiah “Light the Fright” with Halloween Decorating Giveaway

The Home Depot Announces Interim Management Plans While CEO Takes Temporary Medical Leave

Do it Best Group Announces New Technology Services Partnership with Epicor

Mead Lumber and Andersen Windows Donate $12,000 to Habitat for Humanity Chapters

The Home Depot Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results; Reaffirms Fiscal 2026 Guidance

The Home Depot Expands Fastest Fulfillment In Home Improvement with Nationwide Express Delivery

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