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NeoCon 2020 Postponed

Chicago, IL, March 17, 2020--Due to the escalating COVID-19 outbreak and the need for social distancing, The Mart, along with key industry stakeholders, have made the decision to postpone NeoCon 2020, originally scheduled for June 8 to 10 in Chicago, Illinois.

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February Housing Starts Slipped from Jan., But Rose 39.2% YOY

Washington, DC, March 18, 2020-Privately-owned housing starts in February were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,599,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This is 1.5% below the revised January estimate of 1,624,000 but is 39.2% above the February 2019 rate of 1,149,000.

FCIF Postponing Anniversary Gala Until 2021

Dalton, GA, March 18, 2020-- In light of the recent pandemic, the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) is postponing the 40th Anniversary Gala that was previously scheduled for May 2 at the Rainbow Room in New York City.

NFA Reschedules Spring 2020 Meeting for May

Cincinnati, OH, March 18, 2020—The National Floorcovering Alliance (NFA) has rescheduled its spring 2020 meeting, originally slated for March, for May 18 to 21.

Tell Us About Your Proactive Efforts Due to Coronavirus

Chattanooga, TN, March 18, 2020—Floor Focus is asking readers in all communities of the flooring market to share their ideas for bolstering their businesses, protecting their workers, supporting their customers and helping their communities during the Coronavirus pandemic.