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Note 19 - Related-Party Transactions (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
Note 19 - Related-Party Transactions (Details) [Line Items] |  |  |
Operating Leases, Rent Expense (in Dollars) | $ 7,500 | $ 7,700 | $ 6,500
Chief Executive Officer [Member] | Related Entity That Owns Cleveland Warehouse [Member] |  |  |
Note 19 - Related-Party Transactions (Details) [Line Items] |  |  |
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage | 50.00% |  |
Affiliated Entity [Member] | Cleveland Warehouse [Member] |  |  |
Note 19 - Related-Party Transactions (Details) [Line Items] |  |  |
Operating Leases, Rent Expense (in Dollars) |  | $ 204 |

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