Norfolk building supplier closing after 118 years (Virginian-Pilot)
As the housing downturn has taken its toll on the region’s building industry, business for Norfolk Sash & Door has all but dried up. Demand for the doors, knobs, lumber and framing supplies the company sells has plummeted.
Valley Bank, HomeTown Bank report second-quarter growth (Roanoke Times)
Two Roanoke-based banks reported earnings Thursday.
Carmakers Back Strict New Rules for Gas Mileage (NY Times)
While the car industry once argued against even minimal increases in government fuel rules, a rise to 54.5 miles per gallon by 2025 is being meekly accepted.
Municipalities’ credit ratings at risk (Washington Post)
Counties in the Washington area could lose their sterling ratings if the federal government is downgraded.
The Truth About Summer Jobs (Inc.)
Think that summer job was a waste of time? Not so. Here’s why every aspiring entrepreneur needs one.
Five Simple Ways to Boost Productivity (Entrepreneur)
Follow these common-sense tips to get more stuff done — faster.
The Weekly Wind-Down: Steve Carell’s Movie Poster Contract (Funny or Die)
A satirical video where Steve Carell’s contract clearly states his head has to be the biggest one on his movie posters.
