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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Issued Major 'Warning' To NASCAR Track
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Issued Major 'Warning' To NASCAR Track originally appeared on The Spun. Dale Earnhardt Jr. issued a strong "warning" to a historic NASCAR track this week. Martinsville Speedway is one of the most historic tracks in racing. The 0.526-mile oval short track in Ridgeway, Virginia has been open since 1947. Over the past 50-plus years, it's hosted a ton of big-time races, most of them being sanctioned by NASCAR. The historic track is owned by NASCAR and led by track president Clay Campbell. The track gives out one of the most unique trophies in all of sports. The Martinsville clock is given out to winners of the NASCAR races. The clock chimes every 15 minutes and stands several feet tall. However, according to a report, the company that makes the clock is changing. Zeeland-based clock manufacturer Howard Miller announced that he is intending to shut down operations. 'It's sad. From the standpoint of Howard Miller, certainly, it's iconic for the city of Zeeland,' Zeeland City Manager Tim Klunder said. 'Just overall, it's a sad day in the community.' From the report: Howard Miller employees will receive a severance package and job placement support, according to the release. Hekman Furniture Co., which is owned by Howard Miller, will also be closing, the company said. 'We are deeply grateful to our talented team, our committed distributors and our loyal customers who have supported us throughout the years,' Miller said. The business was founded in 1926 by Howard C. Miller, the son of another big name in West Michigan furniture, Herman Miller. Dale Earnhardt Jr. is not happy with this news. He's warning the legendary NASCAR track that whoever replaces the clock manufacturer better live up to the trophy. "Whomever makes the next version better make them exactly like the previous versions. Don't get cute and f--- this up," he wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. Well said, Dale. Dale Earnhardt Jr. Issued Major 'Warning' To NASCAR Track first appeared on The Spun on Jul 13, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
NBC News
11-07-2025
- Business
- NBC News
Time runs out for nearly century-old Michigan clock company due to tariffs, other factors
ZEELAND, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan clock company that has helped people keep time for 99 years says it's going out of business due to tariffs and other economic conditions. Howard Miller Co., which makes grandfather clocks, wall clocks and furniture, said production will be phased out this year. The company will stick around in 2026 to sell its inventory. 'We are incredibly disappointed to have reached this point in our journey,' CEO Howard J. 'Buzz' Miller, grandson of founder Howard C. Miller, said Thursday. The Zeeland-based manufacturer, 175 miles (281.6 kilometers) west of Detroit, has sought a buyer but so far hasn't found one. 'Furniture sales are closely linked to the health of the housing market, which is struggling,' Miller said. 'Our hopes for a market recovery early in the year were quickly dashed as tariffs rattled the supply chain, sparked recession fears and pushed mortgage rates higher. The furniture industry continues to shed jobs and announce plant closings.' Miller said tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have increased the cost of essential components that aren't available in the U.S. The company employs roughly 200 people in Michigan and North Carolina. The closing of Howard Miller also includes Hekman Furniture Co., which it acquired in 1983. The clock business was founded in 1926. 'Clockmaking has a massive impact on Zeeland's economic development, on its culture, on its industry,' Zeeland Historical Society Director Katelyn VerMerris told WOOD-TV. 'Clocks were one of the major exports from Zeeland for most of the 20th century.'
11-07-2025
- Business
Time runs out for nearly century-old clock company due to tariffs, other factors
ZEELAND, Mich. -- A Michigan clock company that has helped people keep time for 99 years says it's going out of business due to tariffs and other economic conditions. Howard Miller Co., which makes grandfather clocks, wall clocks and furniture, said production will be phased out this year. The company will stick around in 2026 to sell its inventory. 'We are incredibly disappointed to have reached this point in our journey,' CEO Howard J. 'Buzz' Miller, grandson of founder Howard C. Miller, said Thursday. The Zeeland-based manufacturer, 175 miles (281.6 kilometers) west of Detroit, has sought a buyer but so far hasn't found one. 'Furniture sales are closely linked to the health of the housing market, which is struggling,' Miller said. 'Our hopes for a market recovery early in the year were quickly dashed as tariffs rattled the supply chain, sparked recession fears and pushed mortgage rates higher. The furniture industry continues to shed jobs and announce plant closings." Miller said tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have increased the cost of essential components that aren't available in the U.S. The company employs roughly 200 people in Michigan and North Carolina. The closing of Howard Miller also includes Hekman Furniture Co., which it acquired in 1983. The clock business was founded in 1926. 'Clockmaking has a massive impact on Zeeland's economic development, on its culture, on its industry,' Zeeland Historical Society Director Katelyn VerMerris told WOOD-TV. 'Clocks were one of the major exports from Zeeland for most of the 20th century.'
The Hill
11-07-2025
- Business
- The Hill
Time runs out for nearly century-old Michigan clock company due to tariffs, other factors
ZEELAND, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan clock company that has helped people keep time for 99 years says it's going out of business due to tariffs and other economic conditions. Howard Miller Co., which makes grandfather clocks, wall clocks and furniture, said production will be phased out this year. The company will stick around in 2026 to sell its inventory. 'We are incredibly disappointed to have reached this point in our journey,' CEO Howard J. 'Buzz' Miller, grandson of founder Howard C. Miller, said Thursday. The Zeeland-based manufacturer, 175 miles (281.6 kilometers) west of Detroit, has sought a buyer but so far hasn't found one. 'Furniture sales are closely linked to the health of the housing market, which is struggling,' Miller said. 'Our hopes for a market recovery early in the year were quickly dashed as tariffs rattled the supply chain, sparked recession fears and pushed mortgage rates higher. The furniture industry continues to shed jobs and announce plant closings.' Miller said tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have increased the cost of essential components that aren't available in the U.S. The company employs roughly 200 people in Michigan and North Carolina. The closing of Howard Miller also includes Hekman Furniture Co., which it acquired in 1983. The clock business was founded in 1926. 'Clockmaking has a massive impact on Zeeland's economic development, on its culture, on its industry,' Zeeland Historical Society Director Katelyn VerMerris told WOOD-TV. 'Clocks were one of the major exports from Zeeland for most of the 20th century.'
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Time runs out for nearly century-old Michigan clock company due to tariffs, other factors
ZEELAND, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan clock company that has helped people keep time for 99 years says it's going out of business due to tariffs and other economic conditions. Howard Miller Co., which makes grandfather clocks, wall clocks and furniture, said production will be phased out this year. The company will stick around in 2026 to sell its inventory. 'We are incredibly disappointed to have reached this point in our journey,' CEO Howard J. 'Buzz' Miller, grandson of founder Howard C. Miller, said Thursday. The Zeeland-based manufacturer, 175 miles (281.6 kilometers) west of Detroit, has sought a buyer but so far hasn't found one. 'Furniture sales are closely linked to the health of the housing market, which is struggling,' Miller said. 'Our hopes for a market recovery early in the year were quickly dashed as tariffs rattled the supply chain, sparked recession fears and pushed mortgage rates higher. The furniture industry continues to shed jobs and announce plant closings." Miller said tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have increased the cost of essential components that aren't available in the U.S. The company employs roughly 200 people in Michigan and North Carolina. The closing of Howard Miller also includes Hekman Furniture Co., which it acquired in 1983. The clock business was founded in 1926. 'Clockmaking has a massive impact on Zeeland's economic development, on its culture, on its industry,' Zeeland Historical Society Director Katelyn VerMerris told WOOD-TV. 'Clocks were one of the major exports from Zeeland for most of the 20th century.' Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
