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New York Partnership Highlights Hunting’s Economic Impact

Hunting is big business in New York. That’s the message local and regional leaders representing New York’s sporting and business communities are hoping the public will understand with a new partnership called Hunting Works For New York.

Under Armour Introduces Global Footwear Innovation Hub In Portland

Under Armour unveiled a new center for performance innovation in Portland, OR, bringing footwear design and development under one roof. The innovation hub includes a forward-looking biomechanics lab and performance training center for athlete testing.

Boot Barn Acquires Four-Store Boot Chain In Texas

Boot Barn Holdings Inc. completed a transaction to acquire the four-store operations of Wood’s Boots, Inc., a family-owned retailer based in Midland and Odessa, TX. The retailers also provided an update on the impact on hurricane damage.

American Knife & Tool Institute Introduces Freedom Of Commerce Act

The American Knife & Tool Institute (AKTI) and Senator Mike Crapo announced the introduction of the Freedom of Commerce Act, legislation that will repeal the Federal Switchblade Act of 1958 (15 U.S.C. § 1241 – 1244) and allow consumers to purchase any automatic knife legal in their state, regardless of where it was manufactured.

Synovus Receives Regulatory Approval To Complete Cabela’s Transaction

Synovus Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Synovus Financial Corp., said it received regulatory approval from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to acquire certain assets and assume certain liabilities of World’s Foremost Bank (WFB), the credit card operation of Cabela’s Inc.

NRF Lowers 2017 Forecast Following Government Data Revision

The National Retail Federation adjusted its forecast for retail sales for 2017, saying sales are now expected to increase between 3.2 percent and 3.8 percent rather than the 3.7 to 4.2 percent forecast earlier this year.

Academy Providing More Than $2.5 Million In Hurricane Harvey Aid

The donations include up to $1.5 million in direct financial assistance for immediate relief to those who were affected by Hurricane Harvey, including many team members and their families, as well as numerous supplier contributions in excess of $1 million.

Crosman Corp. Appoints VP Of Finance

Crosman Corporation, the manufacturer of airguns, archery products, optics, laser gun sights and related accessories, announced the hiring of Dan Maier as vice president of finance.