Footwear News

Last night, Jordan Brand , a division of NIKE, Inc., redefined class and luxury with the House of XX3, an exclusive invitation-only red carpet event in honor of the AIR JORDAN XX3 launch. via Earth Times

“We're thrilled to finally be opening at Aventura Mall. This location, in one of the best malls in the country, complements our other two great Miami-area stores”

With the opening of its third Miami-area store today, leading fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom, Inc. via The South Mississippi Sun Herald

“We are proud to develop performance footwear that serves the United States Marine Corps”

The U.S. Marine Corps announced it has placed an order with Oregon-based LaCrosse Footwear for the delivery of cold-weather boots for troops in Afghanistan. via Bend Weekly News

“We at Rocky have worked very hard over many years to establish lines of boots well known for their appealing designs, outstanding quality and distinctive appearance”

Rocky Brands Inc. is suing a former high-ranking employee, accusing him of copying the Nelsonville company's popular Western and work boots. via Columbus Dispatch

NEW ORLEANS - Nike Inc. has announced plans to formally dedicate five basketball courts it used recycled shoes to help build in this hurricane-scarred city, with pro basketball stars LeBron James and Lisa ... via Hattiesburg American

Brown Shoe Company, Inc. today announced that it will hold a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and year-end fiscal 2007 financial results on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. Central time/9:00 ... via The South Mississippi Sun Herald

“There are worse situations than drowning in cash and sitting, sitting, sitting. I remember when I wasn't awash in cash -- and I don't want to go back.”

Most fans of Warren Buffett, and investors in his investment vehicle Berkshire Hathaway , are familiar with Buffett's longtime business partner, Charlie Munger. via Fool.com

“I had never felt important before. Not only was she an adult, she was attractive. All the guys in school were attracted to her”

The gunman in the notorious Pamela Smart murder case has been denied an early release from prison. via Cw56.com

“In researching it and talking to Nike people, we found out that Jordan's the next Jordan.”

At 7 tonight, CNBC offers a unique look at one of sports' most influential and mysterious groups. via RedOrbit

“I hope because I'm here, people of color will want to come here.”

Kenneth R. Dixon 1945-1994 Actor, director "We want to provide a home to gays and other minority groups," Kenneth R. Dixon said in an interview, shortly after becoming artistic director of Theatre Rhinoceros in ... via SFGate

“This is about 40-something chic. They aren't young girls. They are vibrant, strong and sexy women with a wardrobe to reflect their position in life.”

RESOURCES Girl Power The new TV series Lipstick Jungle, based on Candace Bushnell's book about three high-powered New York women, debuts at 9 tonight on NBC. via Houston Chronicle

MAKE IT PERSONAL Customized products - retail items that consumers can partly design or personalize - are increasingly trendy. via San Jose Mercury News

Timberland Co., which makes apparel and footwear, said Thursday its fourth-quarter profit dropped 33 percent due to restructuring costs and a drop in footwear sales. via SeacoastOnline

What: Reebok has joined forces with running specialty retailer Running Room to present the Hypothermic Half Marathon. via Market Wire

“Two thousand and seven was a disappointing year for Timberland, and the results that we delivered to shareholders are below standard and unacceptable for an authentic brand with a deep and unique connection to consumers”

The Timberland Company on Thursday reported fourth-quarter 2007 net income of $24.1 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.40. Fourth quarter diluted EPS was $0.52 when adjusted to exclude restructuring ... via SeacoastOnline

Analysts Brian McGough - Morgan Stanley John Shanley - Susquehanna Jeff Edelman - ' UBS Virginia Genereux - Merrill Lynch Presentation Operator You are listening to The Timberland Company's fourth quarter and ... via The Retail Stock Blog

R.G. Barry Corp. 's second-quarter earnings plunged 80 percent without a one-time benefit that bolstered profit last year, the company said Wednesday. via Bizjournals

“We wanted to acknowledge the growth and performance for the overall company and individual brands because Ken, John and Morris have successfully driven sales for 2007 and acted as outstanding ambassadors for our company”

Erin Patterson, Public Relations Manager 503-262-0110 ext. 1393 epatterson@lacrossefootwear.com or StreetConnect, Inc. via PR-inside.com

LaCrosse Footwear Inc. 's board of directors has approved a special dividend of $1 per share of common stock. via Portland Business Journal