Abstract: An elongated ceiling grid member that includes an upper portion that extends along the longitudinal axis of the elongated ceiling grid member and is configured to receive and engage a first set of one or more fastener members, a lower portion that extends along the longitudinal axis and is configured to receive and engage a second set of one or more fastener members and a middle portion between the upper and lower portions that is configured to receive and engage one or more supports. The lower portion and the middle portion are configured such that supports engaged by the middle portion are received through the lower portion. The upper portion may be designed to receive and engage a first channel nut and the lower portion may be configured to receive and engage a second channel nut. The middle portion may include a pair of spaced and parallel threaded side walls that form a threaded opening.