Kansas Attorney General Steve Six (D) announced recently that the state of Kansas will now recognize non-resident Right-to-Carry permits issued by any of the 22 states already recognized.
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Goodhew Enters Partnership with Sanita Clogs
Goodhew, LLC has partnered wih Sanita Clogs Inc, the US division of the original Danish clog maker Sanita Footwear A/S. The Sanita Collection by Goodhew will consist of women’s Merino Wool/Bamboo socks…
Modell’s Praised for Job Hiring Efforts in Harlem
Modell's was honored for its commitment to supplying jobs to local Empowerment Zone residents in Harlem. A press conference discussing the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (which Modell's currently takes advantage of), training programs funde
JJB Sports Looking to Raise Capital
JJB Sports, the U.K. sports retailer, is considering selling new shares as one of “a range of possible options” to provide more cash for the group…
L.L. Bean Data Center Earns LEED Silver
L.L. Bean said its Data Center in Freeport, ME recently obtained LEED Silver certification, becoming the first LEED Silver certified data center in New England. The USGBC's LEED program is a voluntary rating system designed to encourage companies to
Julbo Appoints New Reps for Southwest and Northeast
Julbo, Inc., the eyewear company, hired two outdoor sales representatives, effective July 1, 2009: Sky Ambitions LLC will cover northeast territory and Greg Houston from the Alta Group will cover the southwest…
New Balance CEO to Join AAFA Board of Directors
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) said Rob DeMartini, CEO of New Balance, will join the AAFA Board of Directors and Executive Committee…
Speedo Weighing Whether to Let Sponsors Wear Competitor’s Suits
Speedo is exploring whether to allow swimmers it sponsors to wear rival manufacturers' new high-tech suits. Said Craig Brommers, vice president for marketing, in a statement on Tuesday, “The brand is continuing to evaluate the situation internally.”.
Smith and Wesson Sees Fourth Quarter Top Line up 20% on MandP Strength
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation said net sales for the fourth quarter ended April 30 were $99.5 million, a 19.8% increase from sales of $83.1 million in the year-ago period. Management for the legendary gun-maker said strong sales of M&P (military and
Choose Outdoors Secures Industry Grants, Plans 2009 Agenda
Choose Outdoors, a 501(c)3, non-profit organization based in Colorado, has received start-up funding from America Outdoors, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds, the National Ski Areas Association, and Outdoor Industry Association…
Batters Up USA Supports Seven New Programs
Batters Up USA, which raises funds to sponsor equipment and instructor needs to organizations starting up recreational baseball/softball programs, said it has been able to support seven new programs through equipment contributions this season. Jess Heald,
Smith and Wesson Reports Q4 Sales Up 19.8% on Strength from MandP Firearms
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation, parent company of Smith & Wesson Corp., reported net sales for the fourth fiscal quarter 2009 were $99.5 million, or 19.8% ($16.4 million) higher than net sales of $83.1 million for the fourth fiscal quarter last year..
Trek World Racing, Lucozade Sport Partner
Trek World Racing has named Lucozade Sport as its first official sports nutrition supplier. Lucozade will supply an extensive range of contaminant-tested sports nutrition to both cross-country and downhill riders at all World Cup events…
Choose Outdoors Secures Industry Grants, Plans 2009 Agenda
Choose Outdoors, a 501(c)3, non-profit organization based in Colorado, has received start up funding from America Outdoors, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds, the National Ski Areas Association, and Outdoor Industry Association. During
Performance Bicycles Launches New Store Design
Performance Bicycle, which operates 85 bike stores across the country, is launching a new store design with a relocated store in Greenwood Village, CO. The company is also sponsoring a special Bike to Work Day event in Denver on June 24 and introducing a
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