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Claims for Jobless Benefits Fall to Three-Week Low
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Filings for U.S. jobless benefits declined to a three-week low, indicating persistent demand is encouraging employers to maintain headcounts.
Economy Grows More Than Forecast in Second Quarter
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The economy grew more than previously estimated in the second quarter on bigger gains in consumer and business spending that show the U.S. expansion got back on track.
Quality Tire Co. Joins Michelin Network
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Michelin Americas Truck Tires said Quality Tire Co. has joined its commercial service network of franchise operators serving the commercial vehicle industry.
Weekly Rail Intermodal Volume Rises 5%
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Weekly U.S. intermodal rail traffic rose 5% from the same period last year, the Association of American Railroads reported.
Scamming Cargo Insurance Broker Behind Bars
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The FBI said Aug. 25 the former operator of Appeal Insurance Agency, based in Norcross, Georgia, has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for insurance fraud.
West Virginia Trucking Association members receive a 2.7% discount
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