The National Assn. of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index soared 5 points to hit 76 in December, according to data released Monday. The reading is the highest since June 1999.

The Sterling Group has a long history of partnering with family and entrepreneur owners and their management teams to support the growth of their businesses.

Attendees visiting the Kawasaki Engines display at this year’s GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., helped the company bolster its contribution to FEEDING AMERICA to a level 15 percent above that achieved during the company’s initial effort at the trade gathering in 2018. Funds to provide more than 103,000 meals were generated at this year’s event.

At its national dealer meeting, the company introduced new products which prioritize comfort, ease-of-use and maintenance.