Carter's chief named Retailer of the Year

URBANA – Allen Carter Jr. of Carter's Furniture has been named the Retailer of the Year by the Greater Midwest Home Furnishings Representatives Association.

The organization is made up of representatives of furniture manufacturers who deal with stores in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Iowa and part of Minnesota.

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