The Hardware Connection
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The Goodz Rebuilds Smarter, Stronger After Hurricane Ian
Operating from trailers, The Goodz continues to serve Fort Myers Beach with hardware, gifts, and ice cream while rebuilding a…
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Ace Hardware Opens 1.5M-Square-Foot Support Center to Boost Retailer Service
Ace Hardware’s new 1.5 million-square-foot Retail Support Center in Kansas City, Mo., expands the co-op’s supply chain capacity and positions…
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Court Strikes Down Fed’s Swipe-Fee Cap—A Win for Hardware Retailers
A federal court ruling could slash debit card swipe fees—potentially saving hardware retailers thousands in processing costs and shifting the…
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Upcoming Hardware Industry Events
JULY Independent Home Improvement Conference July 30-31, JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes, Orlando, Fla. AUGUST Florida Hardware Fall Dealer Market …
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Millennial Homeowners Are Sitting on a Gold Mine of Deferred Repairs—Here Are 5 Ways Retailers Can Respond
Even DIY-minded millennials know when to call in backup. A recent survey shows 63 percent of millennial homeowners prefer hiring…
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Beacon Award, Young Retailer of the Year Winners Honored at IHI Awards Gala
The 2025 Beacon Award recipients were honored during the IHI Awards Gala for achievements in leadership, innovation and retail excellence.…
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House-Hasson Hardware Names New CFO and VP of Purchasing, Announces Upcoming Dealer Markets
House-Hasson Hardware has announced two additions to its C-suite, executive leadership team, appointing Jay Bunch as chief financial officer and…
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Aubuchon Company to Acquire Wyoming Ace Hardware, Expand Footprint into Rhode Island
The Aubuchon Company has announced plans to acquire Wyoming Ace Hardware in Wyoming, Rhode Island. Following the acquisition, the store…
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Cleaning Up with Cleaning Supplies
ALSO INSIDE: Orgill EVP Shares 7 Smart Hiring Tips, IHI Conference Preview: Beacon Awards, Product Reviews, New Products & More!
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