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Stories Covered in this episode (and more):
Allegheny Millwork finds sawmill buyers for 2 mills, saves 80 jobs
West Fraser Harry Sawmill permanently shuttering, FL
Mergers & Acquisitions:
Beacon announces opening new locations in the SE
Rehashing SRS acquired by Home Depot
Coppers Utility acquires Brown preserving company
Beacon announces smalley & co. acquisition
ABC supply acquiring Herman supply Co.
Expansions & Curtailments:
C&D Lumber announces closure
Movers & Shakers:
Eastern Lumber promotes from within
BlueLinx leadership changes
Market Update:
NHB reports that home buyers preferences have shifted
Mortgage rates: 30 fixed remains unchanged
Corelogic home growth report shows slow but growth YOY
The Top Story you need to know!