Some big retailers are promoting compact fluorescent light bulbs as a way to save energy. But improper disposal of the bulbs creates a hazard, because they contain small amounts of mercury.
NEW YORK (Associated Press) - Two Idaho forest products companies, Bennett Forest Industries and Riley Creek Lumber, are combining to strengthen ties to large customers, including Home Depot Inc. and Lowe's Cos. Inc., as the market for lumber slumps.
The do-it-yourself crowd has a few more toys to choose from at Home Depot stores these days thanks to a partnership with Fort Mill-based Compact Power.
It came as a short announcement that packs a big punch for Tyrone residents. Judy Jefferson at the Thursday town council meeting told the audience that Home Depot agreed to a $5,000 grant to help restore the picnic area at Shamrock Park on Senoia Road.
U.S. stocks rose, helping the market rebound from its worst month in six years, after better-than- forecast sales at General Motors Corp. overshadowed concern that rising energy costs will damp corporate profits.
OTSEGO COUNTY — Thanks to the generous support by the Home Depot, the Otsego County United Way building, located on East Fifth Street, will soon have a new face-lift.
Some of Salt Lake Valley's lowest-income residents will have the opportunity to buy inexpensive, environmentally friendly homes, thanks to an effort launched this month by nonprofit housing ministry Habitat for Humanity International and Home Depot.
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