Achievements recognized at Business Appreciation Luncheon
May 15, 2008 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Local businesses and executives were recognized Wednesday for their significant accomplishments and contributions to the community. Development efforts outlined
May 15, 2008 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. VEDP Executive Director Jeffrey Anderson was the keynote speaker at a Business Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday at the Bassett Country Club. The Heath & Area Recognized in Southern Business & Development Magazine
May 2, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. Heath and area are being recognized in Southern Business & Development Magazine’s “Ten Top 10’s” Issue. Lampe appointed EDC Vice Chair
Apr 14, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. Lampe Appointed Vice Chairman of Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Board. Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center Features New Window Display
Apr 3, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. The new display will highlight Lake Sugar Tree Motorsport Park located in Axton. BHR has Established Shop in Martinsville-Henry County
Apr 3, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. The EDC is pleased to announce the relocation of Bobby Hamilton Racing (BHR) to the Patriot Centre Industrial Park. EDC mixes business, racing
Mar 30, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. EDC officials are spending most of the weekend manning the agency’s suite at the speedway, touting the area to invited guests. Visitor center shows off Axton motorsports park
Mar 28, 2008 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. The EDC's Office of Tourism coordinated the display at the M-HC Visitor Center, highlighting Lake Sugar Tree Motorsport Park. Potential for distribution centers called highest in Henry, Franklin
Mar 19, 2008 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Of the localities along Interstate 73’s planned stretch through Virginia, Henry and Franklin counties have the best potential to lure distribution centers. U.K. West buys Compton Wood Products
Mar 5, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. U.K. West Inc., a five-year-old company with locations in Atlanta and New Jersey, bought Compton in November. Local racing sector expands
Mar 2, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Darrell Cox Racing (DCR), LLC builds high-performance engines for Dodge SRT-4 vehicles.
Food Processing in Martinsville-Henry County, Virginia
Feb 28, 2008 in News Articles
As reported in Expansions Solutions magazine. Martinsville-Henry County has a plentiful supply of water and sewer ready to be put to your use. Federal Procurement Conference Scheduled for February 28th
Feb 15, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. This free event allows local small businesses to network with federal government agencies and other business owners.
Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center Attains State Certification
Feb 12, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. The Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center has attained state designation as a “Certified Local/Regional Visitor Center”. Call center attracts hundreds as it considers local operation
Jan 24, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A job fair in Martinsville on Wednesday drew about 325 applicants seeking call-center jobs. Signs extend welcome to city visitors
Jan 17, 2008 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. Visitors to the area will get a clear sense of place and a warm welcome when they drive into Martinsville, thanks to new welcome signs. GCS to Hold Job Fair January 23rd
Jan 16, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A North Carolina-based call center is assessing the local work force before deciding whether to locate in Martinsville and will hold a job fair January 23, 2008. Race team moves to area
Jan 15, 2008 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF REPORTS. A new partnership between Arrington Manufacturing Inc. and Bobby Hamilton Racing has brought the late NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver’s team to Martinsville. M-HC EDC Receives National Award
Jan 15, 2008 in Press Releases
Jan 9, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Gov. Tim Kaine announced that RTI International Metals Inc., a company that produces and distributes titanium, will move into the new shell building in the Patriot Centre Industrial Park. RTI to generate $2.1M annually
Jan 9, 2008 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. RTI International Metals Inc. will become Henry County’s largest taxpayer when it is up and operating, likely in mid-2010, officials said Tuesday. Governor Kaine announces 150 new jobs for Martinsville-Henry County
Jan 8, 2008 in Press Releases
RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that RTI International Metals, Inc. , a leading U.S. producer of titanium mill products and fabricated metal components for the global market, will invest $100 million & create 150 new jobs to open a manufacturing facility in Henry County. EDC Hires Director of Marketing and Recruiting
Jan 2, 2008 in Press Releases
The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Leigh Cockram as the Director of Marketing and Recruiting.
Local firm's ads go national
Dec 30, 2007 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. CoolKnobsandPulls.com uses Google model for TV spots. Gildan praised at ceremony
Dec 12, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Officials say Gildan Activewear is Martinsville and Henry County’s newest success story. March groundbreaking hoped for soccer complex in county
Dec 7, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Southern Virginia Recreational Facilities Authority aims to break ground on its soccer complex in Henry County by March. Office-retail plans aired
Dec 5, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. New commercial development, including an office/retail complex and bank headquarters, is planned along Liberty Street.
Visitor Center opens
Nov 30, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. Nearly 100 people were on hand Thursday for the dedication of a center officials hope will become a destination for tourists visiting the area. Marketing strategy is being created for former-mill-turned-office-building
Nov 21, 2007 in News Articles
Nov 16, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Internet-driven J.G. Edelen Co. dedicated a more than 28,000 square foot, $2 million distribution center Thursday in the Patriot Centre,. A City and County, Joined at the Hip
Nov 1, 2007 in News Articles
As reported in Business Facilities magazine, November 2007. Accretive Commerce Expands in Martinsville
Nov 1, 2007 in News Articles
By Business Facilities magazine STAFF. Accretive Commerce, national E-Commerce and customer care company, to receive tax incentives and training benefits as it expands. VEDP Goes Behind the Scenes in Martinsville
Oct 24, 2007 in News Articles
As reported in VEDP Commerce Quarterly, Fall 2007. Visitors center ready to spread word about area's attractions
Oct 19, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. NASCAR fans — or anyone else, for that matter — can race uptown to find out about attractions in Henry County and Martinsville. The visitor center at the Southern Virginia Artisan Center on West Church Street is now open. EDC charts its efforts for 2006-07
Oct 9, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The creation of nearly 1,700 new jobs and an increase in the average weekly wage since the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. was founded in 2004 are among the achievements cited in the organization’s annual report. Deals on land advance
Oct 5, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Henry County Industrial Development Authority board on Thursday approved final measures that will allow the county to buy two tracts of land for long-term economic development. Business office to add jobs
Oct 2, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF REPORTS. Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County will hold a job fair today to fill eight new positions in its Remote Business Office (RBO). The job fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the RBO on the fourth floor of the BB&T bank building uptown. Shell building dedicated at Patriot Centre
Sep 27, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A new $2.7 million shell building dedicated Wednesday represents the future of economic development for Martinsville and Henry County, but it also symbolizes something more intangible, a city official said. Sawyers to drive student-prepared car
Sep 26, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY - Bulletin Sports Writer. Like more than 100 other drivers, Rodney Sawyers of Ridgeway will be driving the Patrick Henry Community College (PHCC) owned No. 73 Dodge, a car that is built and maintained by a group of students.
Bring on the shrimp - Entrepreneur tests growing seafood indoors in Henry County
Sep 23, 2007 in News Articles
By GREG EDWARDS-Times-Dispatch Staff Writer. For nearly two decades, Bill Martin has operated what he calls the world's largest indoor fish farm near Henry County. Now, he has partnered with MariCal Inc. of Portland, Maine, to build a $3 million, 30,000-squarefoot facility to test growing shrimp indoors.
Mehler announces expansion
Sep 13, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. Mehler Engineered Products (MEP) and Mehler Texnologies are planning an expansion that will create 10 to 20 jobs and “considerable” capital investment, according to an announcement Wednesday. EDC focus groups held for minority, small businesses
Sep 2, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The MHC EDC’s Office of Small and Minority Business is hosting a series of focus group meetings for small and minority business owners monthly. The meetings give business owners a chance to share information about their businesses, provide participants with a brief educational opportunity and networking with other business owners.
County OKs purchase of tracts
Aug 29, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Henry County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to exercise its option to buy two tracts of land to use for industrial parks. Shrimp delivered for ‘giant experiment’ at Blue Ridge
Aug 29, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. Blue Ridge Aquaculture should know soon if its high density shrimp farming experiment will pay off. The company is investing about $3 million in its 30,000-square-foot facility to test this shrimp farming method, Martin said. Complex contest launched
Aug 26, 2007 in News Articles
The Southern Virginia Recreation Facilities Authority wants the public’s help in naming the sports complex it is planning in Henry County. The authority is sponsoring a contest to pick a name for the complex to be build at the intersection of the U.S. 220/58 Bypass and Virginia 650 in Henry County. Development announced - Retail, office and food sites are planned
Aug 10, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. Plans have been announced for a new 30,000-square-foot mixed use retail, office and food court complex at the entrance to the Bowles Industrial Park and Patrick Henry Community College. Soccer complex cost rising
Aug 2, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The price tag for the soccer complex to be built in Henry County could double to about $8 million as a “gold standard” complex is being planned, according to the executive director of The Harvest Foundation. In the middle of everything
Jul 26, 2007 in News Articles
By Southern Business & Development STAFF. Martinsville-Henry County could quite possibly be the most conveniently located town on the East Coast.
Speakers: Crafts can help revitalize economy
Jul 26, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. The products of people’s hearts, hands and minds can be a key element in revitalizing a local economy, two experts told a packed house Wednesday at the Southern Virginia Artisan Center. Heath shares job figures with county
Jul 25, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s approach of targeting all economic development sectors, not just manufacturing, is paying off, President and CEO Mark Heath told the Henry County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday. PHCC Motorsports grad lands a job with NASCAR
Jul 24, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY - Bulletin Staff Writer. While many auto racing fans watch NASCAR on Sundays, wishing they could be at the track in the stands, Patrick County resident Galen Biggs actually will be at the track. Only he’ll be on the job. August finish expected for new shell building
Jul 23, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Construction of a shell building in the Patriot Centre at Beaver Creek industrial park is on schedule to be complete by late August, according to a Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) official. Accretive expansion takes shape
Jul 20, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY - Bulletin Staff Writer. Construction of a 10,000-square-foot, air-conditioned addition to Accretive Commerce Solutions’ warehouse in the Patriot Centre industrial park should be complete by the end of the summer, according to a company official.
Huge Accomplishment Realized in Martinsville-Henry County, Va.
Jul 17, 2007 in News Articles
By MIKE RANDLE - Southern Business & Development Magazine Editorial. Southern Business & Development has a long history with Martinsville-Henry County in that it has won "Small Market of the Year" three times over the last 14 years, or since the SB&D 100 was first published in 1994. That is more than any other small market in the South. Aiken, S.C. has taken the honor twice. Camp idea focuses on business basics
Jul 16, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Ten rising seventh- and eighth-graders last week learned basic skills needed to start a business during Camp Idea, sponsored by the New College Institute (NCI) and Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC). Bistro planned for visitor center
Jul 13, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The new visitor center being established at the Southern Virginia Artisan Center uptown will have a unique feature, the Martinsville-Henry County Chamber of Commerce board of directors learned Thursday.
EDC: Area gained jobs in 2006
Jul 11, 2007 in News Articles
Jul 10, 2007 in Press Releases
Internet now a key to information for tourists
Jul 1, 2007 in News Articles
Jul 1, 2007 in News Articles
By BERNIE NIEMEIER - Virginia Business Magazine Writer. The rapid transformation of Southern Virginia is replacing the old tobacco and industrial economy with new knowledge workers to support the rapidly growing service and technology-based economy of the future.
Upholstery program draws job seekers
Jun 28, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY-Bulletin Staff Writer. More than 100 displaced textile and furniture employees and others learned about jobs in the upholstery industry during an orientation Thursday. Session hopes to dispel myths, draw workers to upholstery jobs
Jun 20, 2007 in News Articles
Jun 12, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. is accepting Requests For Proposals (RFPs) for welcome signs that will adorn gateways into the city of Martinsville. EDC targets wages
Jun 4, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. With local jobless rates dropping, it is the time to focus on recruiting companies that pay high salaries, according to an economic developer. Motorsports - Martinsville-Henry County Virginia
Jun 1, 2007 in News Articles
By Expansion Solutions Magazine STAFF. Martinsville-Henry County offers the lowest cost of doing business among the country’s leading motorsports localities. Martinsville Speedway honored with economic development award
May 21, 2007 in News Articles
Martinsville Speedway was honored by the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation with the presentation of the organization's Legacy Award Wednesday afternoon. EDC: Economic development is a team sport
May 16, 2007 in News Articles
More than 30 residents heard Heath and other EDC officials explain marketing techniques. They also discussed target sectors of businesses, the importance of research and other data the EDC uses to convince businesses to locate here. Economic Development Corporation Recognizes Community Leaders
May 16, 2007 in Press Releases
Incentives help new, existing industries
May 13, 2007 in News Articles
By LISA FULTZ-GRACE, EDC Director of Small and Minority Business Development. A multitude of state and local incentives exist to make it more attractive for a company to locate in Martinsville-Henry County. The EDC is able to utilize these incentives when recruiting new businesses to the area. The Creative economy' successes outlined
May 2, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. Executive Director and founder of HandMade in America encourages communities to carefully review what their unique assets are and work to develop them.
Buckingham native named director of sports authority
May 1, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Buckingham County native Dennis Toney will be the first executive director of the Southern Virginia Recreation Facilities Authority (SVRFA), officials announced on Monday. Koger Works Here
May 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Koger Air was featured in a May PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Molding the future of healthcare
May 1, 2007 in News Articles
By JENNY VICKERS-Business Facilities. Martinsville-Henry County, VA knows plastics. Producing some of the finest plastics products available, companies locating in this area will not only find a strong manufacturing and industry sector, but a business-friendly climate to help get your business up and running. Degree programs in motorsports, industrial technology unveiled
Apr 27, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Starting this fall, the New College Institute (NCI) will offer bachelor’s degree programs in motorsports and industrial technology through a partnership with Old Dominion University. EDC's Speedway suite investment attracting business representatives
Apr 24, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s investment in a suite at Martinsville Speedway is drawing business representatives to the area. New visitors center to open around June 1
Apr 23, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The new visitors center will be opening around June 1 and will be located in the Patrick Henry Coummunity College's Artisan Center. Accretive Commerce expands in county
Apr 17, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF REPORTS - Accretive Commerce will expand its Henry County distribution center as a result of its extended contract with Godiva Chocolatier. I-73 clears major hurdle
Apr 10, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. One of the major milestones in approval of the Interstate 73 was passed Friday when the Federal Highway Administration issued a record of decision that will allow Virginia to begin design work on the more than $4 billion project. It clears the way the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to start designing a 70-mile interstate between Roanoke and the North Carolina line that has been sought to boost the economy of Henry County and Martinsville.
Accretive Commerce, Inc. announces local expansion
Apr 5, 2007 in Press Releases
Harvest Foundation and Economic Development Corporation announce expanded funding for economic development
Apr 4, 2007 in Press Releases
Almost 3,000 visited VMNH over weekend
Apr 3, 2007 in News Articles
Apr 2, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer . The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s tourism office is offering local hotels, service stations and other businesses and places that might interact with the public a “secret weapon” to promote tourism, officials said. New map pads have been produced and are being distributed free of charge, said EDC Tourism Director David Rotenizer. One side of each paper shows a Martinsville map and a list of attractions and accommodations; the other side shows a map and similar list for Henry County. EDC seeks to win with motorsports industries
Apr 1, 2007 in News Articles
By MARK HEATH, EDC President/CEO. We know that, in light of recent plant closings, it is difficult for the community to see things happening in economic development. We understand the loss of jobs has been disheartening. But, good things are happening here and the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) is working hard to replace jobs. In fact, just since July 2004, 1,534 jobs have been created in our community from new and existing industry.
Editorial: County's land deals provide eye for future
Apr 1, 2007 in News Articles
BULLETIN EDITORIAL. The Henry County Board of Supervisors’ decision to take an option on 621 acres for a possible business/industrial park shows its eye for the future. The land is adjacent to U.S. 220 near the North Carolina line and also has rail service. Those factors address shortcomings identified by economic developers in the area’s existing available industrial sites. Rail service opens the site’s possibilities to industries such as plastics, which local developers have targeted for the area, and the proximity to North Carolina means the area may able to benefit from growth in the triad area of the Tar Heel state. PHCC student becomes motorsports 'poster child'
Mar 30, 2007 in News Articles
Mar 29, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. The 621 acres Henry County plans to buy will be an important “piece of the puzzle” for economic development in Henry County and Martinsville, a local official said Wednesday. “It’s just another major piece in a 10-year effort to rebuild our economy in a holistic matter,” said Mark Heath, president and chief executive officer of the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. Henry County Welcomes You
Mar 29, 2007 in News Articles
Mar 28, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Henry County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to enter into an option to buy 621 acres for a possible business/industrial park near the Virginia-North Carolina line. County and Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) officials believe the land would allow the Henry County-Martinsville market to tap into the growing market around Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point, N.C., according to a county release. Work on shell building to start
Mar 27, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Construction on a shell building at Patriot Centre at Beaver Creek industrial park is expected to begin this week, according to an economic developer. The 75,000-square-foot, $2.7 million building will be built of masonry, glass and metal. Located on 19.6 acres at Patriot Centre, the building will be able to be expanded up to 154,000 square feet. It will have 30-foot ceilings and almost 5,000 square feet of external office space, according to the EDC. EDC chief upbeat on jobs
Mar 13, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. While economic development officials are not ready to announce specifics, they will say one thing: More jobs are on the way. EDC takes stock of area restaurants; 77 visited
Mar 11, 2007 in News Articles
By DAVID ROTENIZER, EDC Director of Tourism. Take your pick. Martinsville-Henry County has quite a few restaurants for your dining enjoyment. Over the past two months, the Office of Tourism has been inventorying eateries in the area. To date, 77 establishments have been visited. Accretive Commerce Works Here
Mar 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Accretive Commerce was featured in a February PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. County buys option on 1,200 acres
Feb 13, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer - The area’s next major industrial park could be built directly behind Patriot Centre at Beaver Creek. The Henry County Board of Supervisors on Monday voted unanimously to spend $50,000 to exercise a six-month option on 1,206 acres off Barrows Mill Road. Polymer and Plastics Processing Campaign
Feb 7, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
"Around here, we talk about thermoplastics, polymer blends and thermosets (and that's before breakfast)." This is Martinsville-Henry County's message to prospective polymer and plastics processors. This ad is running in industry publications nation-wide. Analyst: Future of area furniture companies bright
Feb 6, 2007 in News Articles
Feb 6, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN WRITER - With estimates that 80 percent of the wood furniture sold in this country is made elsewhere, Scheffer recognizes that Stanley is bucking the industry. He has watched as many former domestic competitors closed their plants and focused more on imports, yet he is confident of Stanley’s strategy. Business plan is company's roadmap to success
Feb 4, 2007 in News Articles
By EDC Director of Small and Minority Business Development, Lisa Fultz - published in the Martinsville Bulletin. It is a common misconception that a business plan is only necessary to obtain financing. This is not the case. Writing a business plan allows you to assess many aspects of your business future and helps you to have ready answers when needed. In essence, it's your roadmap to success. Back Office Operations Campaign
Feb 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Official: Startek going strong
Jan 23, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The closing of a Startek facility in Petersburg will not affect the company’s operations here, the local call center’s site manager said Monday. Visitor Center planned uptown
Jan 11, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. Local officials are stepping up their efforts to welcome tourists to the area. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. and Patrick Henry Community College announced Wednesday that they will work together to open a new visitor center in uptown Martinsville this June. Plain Talk with the EDC - Tourism focus
Jan 7, 2007 in News Articles
By DAVID ROTENIZER, EDC Director of Tourism. "Build a better mouse trap and they will come" is not the best philosophy when considering how to market our community to tourists. Where you place a mouse trap is usually a better approach. EDC’s Office of Tourism launches redesigned website
Jan 5, 2007 in Press Releases
Nautica Works Here
Jan 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Nautica was featured in a January PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Signs set to greet visitors
Dec 22, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. People entering Henry County soon will be greeted with a distinct, hard-to-miss hello in the form of new welcome signs. New Tourism region promotes 'Southern Virginia'
Dec 22, 2006 in News Articles
By the Associated Press - VICTORIA, Va. -- Southside Virginia is giving way to newly named tourism region intended to draw a sharp distinction between its urban brethren. Martinsville-Henry County EDC leases suite at Martinsville Speedway
Dec 21, 2006 in Press Releases
IDA accepts firm's bid on shell building
Dec 21, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. The Henry County Industrial Development Authority on Wednesday approved a bid for the construction of a 79,000-square-foot, $3.5 million shell building project in the Patriot Centre industrial park. Martinsville-Henry County EDC announces new staff
Dec 1, 2006 in Press Releases
Applied Felts Works Here
Dec 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Applied Felts, Inc. was featured in a December PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Food Processing Campaign
Dec 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
"This little piggy sped to market." This is Martinsville-Henry County's message to prospective food processors. This ad is running in industry publications nationwide. EDC polishes online image
Nov 20, 2006 in News Articles
By STAFF - Martinsville Bulletin. In today’s wired and Internet-savvy world, the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s newly redesigned Web site could be the EDC’s most important marketing tool, officials said. Company ups goals on hiring
Nov 17, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. A recruiter for a new call center to be located in Martinsville said she quickly found more qualified applicants than she expected during interviews this week at the Virginia Employment Commission office in Martinsville. MZM building is on market
Nov 17, 2006 in News Articles
By CHARLES BOOTHE - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. The facility that was home to MZM Inc. and then Athena Innovative Solutions Inc. is being put on the market for $5 million, according to a press release from the company that is selling it. EDC launches redesigned website
Nov 16, 2006 in Press Releases
Nov 8, 2006 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. Putting a kayak or canoe in the Smith River is easier than ever because of three new access points that officially opened Friday. Recreation Authority holds first meeting
Nov 8, 2006 in News Articles
Nov 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Mehler Engineered Products was featured in a November PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Motorsports Campaign
Nov 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
"In Martinsville, the business day starts with hot coffee and donuts." This is Martinsville-Henry County's message to prospective motorsports companies. This ad is running in industry publications nation-wide. Give us a Closer Look Campaign
Nov 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Edelen breaks ground on new county facility
Oct 26, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. J.G. Edelen Co. and local officials broke ground on a new 28,000-square-foot facility in the Patriot Centre on Wednesday, he said J.G. Edelen is a company with one foot in the past and one in the future. Economic Development in Martinsville-Henry County embraces Motorsports
Oct 22, 2006 in Press Releases
State tour group sees regions attractions
Oct 19, 2006 in News Articles
By MAC McLEAN - Danville Register & Bee Staff Writer. Regional assets were touted to a mixture of staff from Virginia's ten welcome centers and the Richmond-based Virginia Tourism Corporation today.
Gildan begins hiring
Oct 18, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. About 50 area residents were at the Virginia Employment Commission office in Martinsville on Tuesday seeking jobs at Gildan Activewear Inc.’s planned retail distribution center in Henry County. Southern Virginia Hosts Tourism FAM Tour
Oct 16, 2006 in Press Releases
I-73 moves ahead
Oct 12, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. A state official confirmed Wednesday that an agreement has been signed that brings the Interstate 73 project closer to reality. Memorial Hospital unveiled an addition Wednesday
Oct 12, 2006 in News Articles
By AMANDA BUCK - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. More than doubles the size of its ambulatory surgery center and brings advanced medical equipment to the area. Small and Minority Business Forum Scheduled
Oct 11, 2006 in Press Releases
Ground broken for $2.4M shrimp facility
Oct 10, 2006 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. A new shrimp aquaculture facility in Martinsville is expected to have a national impact while generating an estimated 600 jobs within the next five years, according to officials and dignitaries at a groundbreaking ceremony Monday. Officials praise project
Oct 10, 2006 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. People of all ages are eager to see two new sports-related complexes that will be built in the Martinsville area. Harvest Foundation unveils $20 million plan
Oct 10, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. The Harvest Foundation on Monday unveiled details of its plan to provide $20 million to construct a fieldhouse and arena in Martinsville and a soccer complex in Henry County, an announcement officials said will be remembered in the future as a key moment in the city and county’s economic growth. Harvest is aiming for in-depth change
Oct 9, 2006 in News Articles
by CHARLES BOOTHE - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. With more than $28 million and 98 grants allocated during its first three years of existence, The Harvest Foundation is just touching the “tip of the iceberg” on the long-term effects of its programs, the foundation’s chairman said Friday.
“Selling to the Federal Government” Workshop for Small, Women- and Minority- owned Business Offered for Local Entrepreneurs
Oct 5, 2006 in News Articles
Great Corporate Love Affairs in the South
Oct 1, 2006 in News Articles
By SOUTHERN BUSINESS & DEVELOPMENT STAFF. Communities all across the South ... are not only interested in wooing new companies, but also in continuing their courtship with existing firms. Plain Talk with the EDC
Oct 1, 2006 in News Articles
By MARK HEATH, President/CEO, Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation. The fourth in a series of monthly columns written by EDC staff on what the organization is doing to fulfill its mission of creating new job opportunities and expanding the tax base in the area. Furniture Works Here
Oct 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Sep 18, 2006 in Press Releases
Economic Development Reaches National Audience
Sep 11, 2006 in Press Releases
Pick of the Crop
Sep 4, 2006 in News Articles
By Rachel Duran. Global Corporate Xpansion magazine. The perfect mix of raw materials, processors and suppliers, and workforces with a history in ag-related industries can be found throughout the country. Here are a few gems that are positioned to help you thrive. Medical Data Systems, Inc. to bring 80 new jobs to City
Sep 1, 2006 in Press Releases
West Window Works Here
Sep 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
West Window Corporation was featured in a September PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community.
“Selling to the State” Workshop for Small, Women- and Minority-owned Business Offered for Local Entrepreneurs
Aug 29, 2006 in Press Releases
Martinsville-Henry County EDC announces new staff
Aug 16, 2006 in Press Releases
Tourism Professionals Extend Education with Annual Program on Georgia Campus
Aug 13, 2006 in Press Releases
EDC highlights Knauss Snack Food Company in PR Campaign
Aug 9, 2006 in Press Releases
New jobs for Martinsville-Henry County
Aug 8, 2006 in Press Releases
Knauss Works Here
Aug 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Jul 27, 2006 in Press Releases
Office of Tourism Seeks Events to Promote Area
Jul 18, 2006 in Press Releases
Local Outfitter Schedules Family Fun Float on the Smith River
Jun 26, 2006 in Press Releases
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine visits local industry
Jun 14, 2006 in Press Releases
Set your sites on incentives
Jun 1, 2006 in News Articles
By PETER CLEAVELAND - Contributing Editor or Food Engineering Magazine. Revitalized market access, quality labor, lucrative enticements, weather—site selection isn’t what it used to be. Community meeting scheduled to encourage participation in Jamestown 2007 Celebration
May 30, 2006 in Press Releases
Economic Development Corporation Recognizes Community Leaders
May 17, 2006 in Press Releases
EDC Announces Director of Research
May 12, 2006 in Press Releases
Regional Tourism Partnership Begins Marketing Initiative with the 2006 Godspeed Sail
May 4, 2006 in Press Releases
EDC Announces Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Apr 18, 2006 in Press Releases
'Philpott' brings production expertise to manufacturers
Feb 1, 2006 in News Articles
By Deborah Nason – VIRGINIA BUSINESS Magazine. Almost everyone has heard of agricultural extension services, which “extend” university expertise to the public through programs related to farming and household management. But fewer people know there also are extension services for manufacturers. Supplying the need for speed
Oct 1, 2005 in News Articles
By SOUTHERN BUSINESS & DEVELOPMENT STAFF. Southwest and Southside Virginia offer unparalleled advantages for the motorsports industry.
May 15, 2008 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Local businesses and executives were recognized Wednesday for their significant accomplishments and contributions to the community. Development efforts outlined
May 15, 2008 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. VEDP Executive Director Jeffrey Anderson was the keynote speaker at a Business Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday at the Bassett Country Club. The Heath & Area Recognized in Southern Business & Development Magazine
May 2, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. Heath and area are being recognized in Southern Business & Development Magazine’s “Ten Top 10’s” Issue. Lampe appointed EDC Vice Chair
Apr 14, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. Lampe Appointed Vice Chairman of Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Board. Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center Features New Window Display
Apr 3, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. The new display will highlight Lake Sugar Tree Motorsport Park located in Axton. BHR has Established Shop in Martinsville-Henry County
Apr 3, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. The EDC is pleased to announce the relocation of Bobby Hamilton Racing (BHR) to the Patriot Centre Industrial Park. EDC mixes business, racing
Mar 30, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. EDC officials are spending most of the weekend manning the agency’s suite at the speedway, touting the area to invited guests. Visitor center shows off Axton motorsports park
Mar 28, 2008 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. The EDC's Office of Tourism coordinated the display at the M-HC Visitor Center, highlighting Lake Sugar Tree Motorsport Park. Potential for distribution centers called highest in Henry, Franklin
Mar 19, 2008 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Of the localities along Interstate 73’s planned stretch through Virginia, Henry and Franklin counties have the best potential to lure distribution centers. U.K. West buys Compton Wood Products
Mar 5, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. U.K. West Inc., a five-year-old company with locations in Atlanta and New Jersey, bought Compton in November. Local racing sector expands
Mar 2, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Darrell Cox Racing (DCR), LLC builds high-performance engines for Dodge SRT-4 vehicles.
Food Processing in Martinsville-Henry County, Virginia
Feb 28, 2008 in News Articles
As reported in Expansions Solutions magazine. Martinsville-Henry County has a plentiful supply of water and sewer ready to be put to your use. Federal Procurement Conference Scheduled for February 28th
Feb 15, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. This free event allows local small businesses to network with federal government agencies and other business owners.
Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center Attains State Certification
Feb 12, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. The Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center has attained state designation as a “Certified Local/Regional Visitor Center”. Call center attracts hundreds as it considers local operation
Jan 24, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A job fair in Martinsville on Wednesday drew about 325 applicants seeking call-center jobs. Signs extend welcome to city visitors
Jan 17, 2008 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. Visitors to the area will get a clear sense of place and a warm welcome when they drive into Martinsville, thanks to new welcome signs. GCS to Hold Job Fair January 23rd
Jan 16, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A North Carolina-based call center is assessing the local work force before deciding whether to locate in Martinsville and will hold a job fair January 23, 2008. Race team moves to area
Jan 15, 2008 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF REPORTS. A new partnership between Arrington Manufacturing Inc. and Bobby Hamilton Racing has brought the late NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver’s team to Martinsville. M-HC EDC Receives National Award
Jan 15, 2008 in Press Releases
EDC Press Release. Expansion Solutions Magazine has awarded the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation with a 2007 Award of Excellence in Food Processing.
Jan 9, 2008 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Gov. Tim Kaine announced that RTI International Metals Inc., a company that produces and distributes titanium, will move into the new shell building in the Patriot Centre Industrial Park. RTI to generate $2.1M annually
Jan 9, 2008 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. RTI International Metals Inc. will become Henry County’s largest taxpayer when it is up and operating, likely in mid-2010, officials said Tuesday. Governor Kaine announces 150 new jobs for Martinsville-Henry County
Jan 8, 2008 in Press Releases
RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that RTI International Metals, Inc. , a leading U.S. producer of titanium mill products and fabricated metal components for the global market, will invest $100 million & create 150 new jobs to open a manufacturing facility in Henry County. EDC Hires Director of Marketing and Recruiting
Jan 2, 2008 in Press Releases
The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Leigh Cockram as the Director of Marketing and Recruiting.
Local firm's ads go national
Dec 30, 2007 in News Articles
By Bulletin STAFF. CoolKnobsandPulls.com uses Google model for TV spots. Gildan praised at ceremony
Dec 12, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Officials say Gildan Activewear is Martinsville and Henry County’s newest success story. March groundbreaking hoped for soccer complex in county
Dec 7, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Southern Virginia Recreational Facilities Authority aims to break ground on its soccer complex in Henry County by March. Office-retail plans aired
Dec 5, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. New commercial development, including an office/retail complex and bank headquarters, is planned along Liberty Street.
Visitor Center opens
Nov 30, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. Nearly 100 people were on hand Thursday for the dedication of a center officials hope will become a destination for tourists visiting the area. Marketing strategy is being created for former-mill-turned-office-building
Nov 21, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The company that owns Commonwealth Centre plans to begin marketing the former-textile-mill-turned-office-building in mid-December.
New J.G. Edelen facility opens in Patriot CentreNov 16, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Internet-driven J.G. Edelen Co. dedicated a more than 28,000 square foot, $2 million distribution center Thursday in the Patriot Centre,. A City and County, Joined at the Hip
Nov 1, 2007 in News Articles
As reported in Business Facilities magazine, November 2007. Accretive Commerce Expands in Martinsville
Nov 1, 2007 in News Articles
By Business Facilities magazine STAFF. Accretive Commerce, national E-Commerce and customer care company, to receive tax incentives and training benefits as it expands. VEDP Goes Behind the Scenes in Martinsville
Oct 24, 2007 in News Articles
As reported in VEDP Commerce Quarterly, Fall 2007. Visitors center ready to spread word about area's attractions
Oct 19, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. NASCAR fans — or anyone else, for that matter — can race uptown to find out about attractions in Henry County and Martinsville. The visitor center at the Southern Virginia Artisan Center on West Church Street is now open. EDC charts its efforts for 2006-07
Oct 9, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The creation of nearly 1,700 new jobs and an increase in the average weekly wage since the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. was founded in 2004 are among the achievements cited in the organization’s annual report. Deals on land advance
Oct 5, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Henry County Industrial Development Authority board on Thursday approved final measures that will allow the county to buy two tracts of land for long-term economic development. Business office to add jobs
Oct 2, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF REPORTS. Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County will hold a job fair today to fill eight new positions in its Remote Business Office (RBO). The job fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the RBO on the fourth floor of the BB&T bank building uptown. Shell building dedicated at Patriot Centre
Sep 27, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A new $2.7 million shell building dedicated Wednesday represents the future of economic development for Martinsville and Henry County, but it also symbolizes something more intangible, a city official said. Sawyers to drive student-prepared car
Sep 26, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY - Bulletin Sports Writer. Like more than 100 other drivers, Rodney Sawyers of Ridgeway will be driving the Patrick Henry Community College (PHCC) owned No. 73 Dodge, a car that is built and maintained by a group of students.
Bring on the shrimp - Entrepreneur tests growing seafood indoors in Henry County
Sep 23, 2007 in News Articles
By GREG EDWARDS-Times-Dispatch Staff Writer. For nearly two decades, Bill Martin has operated what he calls the world's largest indoor fish farm near Henry County. Now, he has partnered with MariCal Inc. of Portland, Maine, to build a $3 million, 30,000-squarefoot facility to test growing shrimp indoors.
Mehler announces expansion
Sep 13, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. Mehler Engineered Products (MEP) and Mehler Texnologies are planning an expansion that will create 10 to 20 jobs and “considerable” capital investment, according to an announcement Wednesday. EDC focus groups held for minority, small businesses
Sep 2, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The MHC EDC’s Office of Small and Minority Business is hosting a series of focus group meetings for small and minority business owners monthly. The meetings give business owners a chance to share information about their businesses, provide participants with a brief educational opportunity and networking with other business owners.
County OKs purchase of tracts
Aug 29, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Henry County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to exercise its option to buy two tracts of land to use for industrial parks. Shrimp delivered for ‘giant experiment’ at Blue Ridge
Aug 29, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. Blue Ridge Aquaculture should know soon if its high density shrimp farming experiment will pay off. The company is investing about $3 million in its 30,000-square-foot facility to test this shrimp farming method, Martin said. Complex contest launched
Aug 26, 2007 in News Articles
The Southern Virginia Recreation Facilities Authority wants the public’s help in naming the sports complex it is planning in Henry County. The authority is sponsoring a contest to pick a name for the complex to be build at the intersection of the U.S. 220/58 Bypass and Virginia 650 in Henry County. Development announced - Retail, office and food sites are planned
Aug 10, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. Plans have been announced for a new 30,000-square-foot mixed use retail, office and food court complex at the entrance to the Bowles Industrial Park and Patrick Henry Community College. Soccer complex cost rising
Aug 2, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The price tag for the soccer complex to be built in Henry County could double to about $8 million as a “gold standard” complex is being planned, according to the executive director of The Harvest Foundation. In the middle of everything
Jul 26, 2007 in News Articles
By Southern Business & Development STAFF. Martinsville-Henry County could quite possibly be the most conveniently located town on the East Coast.
Speakers: Crafts can help revitalize economy
Jul 26, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. The products of people’s hearts, hands and minds can be a key element in revitalizing a local economy, two experts told a packed house Wednesday at the Southern Virginia Artisan Center. Heath shares job figures with county
Jul 25, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s approach of targeting all economic development sectors, not just manufacturing, is paying off, President and CEO Mark Heath told the Henry County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday. PHCC Motorsports grad lands a job with NASCAR
Jul 24, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY - Bulletin Staff Writer. While many auto racing fans watch NASCAR on Sundays, wishing they could be at the track in the stands, Patrick County resident Galen Biggs actually will be at the track. Only he’ll be on the job. August finish expected for new shell building
Jul 23, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Construction of a shell building in the Patriot Centre at Beaver Creek industrial park is on schedule to be complete by late August, according to a Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) official. Accretive expansion takes shape
Jul 20, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY - Bulletin Staff Writer. Construction of a 10,000-square-foot, air-conditioned addition to Accretive Commerce Solutions’ warehouse in the Patriot Centre industrial park should be complete by the end of the summer, according to a company official.
Huge Accomplishment Realized in Martinsville-Henry County, Va.
Jul 17, 2007 in News Articles
By MIKE RANDLE - Southern Business & Development Magazine Editorial. Southern Business & Development has a long history with Martinsville-Henry County in that it has won "Small Market of the Year" three times over the last 14 years, or since the SB&D 100 was first published in 1994. That is more than any other small market in the South. Aiken, S.C. has taken the honor twice. Camp idea focuses on business basics
Jul 16, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Ten rising seventh- and eighth-graders last week learned basic skills needed to start a business during Camp Idea, sponsored by the New College Institute (NCI) and Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC). Bistro planned for visitor center
Jul 13, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The new visitor center being established at the Southern Virginia Artisan Center uptown will have a unique feature, the Martinsville-Henry County Chamber of Commerce board of directors learned Thursday.
EDC: Area gained jobs in 2006
Jul 11, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) announced Tuesday that the community gained 466 jobs in 2006, the first reversal following 10 years of decline.
Martinsville-Henry County posts net job increaseJul 10, 2007 in Press Releases
Internet now a key to information for tourists
Jul 1, 2007 in News Articles
By DAVID ROTENIZER, EDC Director of Tourism. You hear it all the time, “Visit us on the Worldwide Web.” The Internet has become a daily staple in today’s transformation into the digital age.
Southern Virginia redefines itselfJul 1, 2007 in News Articles
By BERNIE NIEMEIER - Virginia Business Magazine Writer. The rapid transformation of Southern Virginia is replacing the old tobacco and industrial economy with new knowledge workers to support the rapidly growing service and technology-based economy of the future.
Upholstery program draws job seekers
Jun 28, 2007 in News Articles
By DREW EARY-Bulletin Staff Writer. More than 100 displaced textile and furniture employees and others learned about jobs in the upholstery industry during an orientation Thursday. Session hopes to dispel myths, draw workers to upholstery jobs
Jun 20, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Due to the high demand for upholstery workers, an orientation session is being held to spur interest in the field. It will be sponsored by the West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board (WIB), Patrick Henry Community College, Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. and the VEC.
Signs planned in cityJun 12, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. is accepting Requests For Proposals (RFPs) for welcome signs that will adorn gateways into the city of Martinsville. EDC targets wages
Jun 4, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. With local jobless rates dropping, it is the time to focus on recruiting companies that pay high salaries, according to an economic developer. Motorsports - Martinsville-Henry County Virginia
Jun 1, 2007 in News Articles
By Expansion Solutions Magazine STAFF. Martinsville-Henry County offers the lowest cost of doing business among the country’s leading motorsports localities. Martinsville Speedway honored with economic development award
May 21, 2007 in News Articles
Martinsville Speedway was honored by the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation with the presentation of the organization's Legacy Award Wednesday afternoon. EDC: Economic development is a team sport
May 16, 2007 in News Articles
More than 30 residents heard Heath and other EDC officials explain marketing techniques. They also discussed target sectors of businesses, the importance of research and other data the EDC uses to convince businesses to locate here. Economic Development Corporation Recognizes Community Leaders
May 16, 2007 in Press Releases
Incentives help new, existing industries
May 13, 2007 in News Articles
By LISA FULTZ-GRACE, EDC Director of Small and Minority Business Development. A multitude of state and local incentives exist to make it more attractive for a company to locate in Martinsville-Henry County. The EDC is able to utilize these incentives when recruiting new businesses to the area. The Creative economy' successes outlined
May 2, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. Executive Director and founder of HandMade in America encourages communities to carefully review what their unique assets are and work to develop them.
Buckingham native named director of sports authority
May 1, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Buckingham County native Dennis Toney will be the first executive director of the Southern Virginia Recreation Facilities Authority (SVRFA), officials announced on Monday. Koger Works Here
May 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Koger Air was featured in a May PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Molding the future of healthcare
May 1, 2007 in News Articles
By JENNY VICKERS-Business Facilities. Martinsville-Henry County, VA knows plastics. Producing some of the finest plastics products available, companies locating in this area will not only find a strong manufacturing and industry sector, but a business-friendly climate to help get your business up and running. Degree programs in motorsports, industrial technology unveiled
Apr 27, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Starting this fall, the New College Institute (NCI) will offer bachelor’s degree programs in motorsports and industrial technology through a partnership with Old Dominion University. EDC's Speedway suite investment attracting business representatives
Apr 24, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s investment in a suite at Martinsville Speedway is drawing business representatives to the area. New visitors center to open around June 1
Apr 23, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The new visitors center will be opening around June 1 and will be located in the Patrick Henry Coummunity College's Artisan Center. Accretive Commerce expands in county
Apr 17, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF REPORTS - Accretive Commerce will expand its Henry County distribution center as a result of its extended contract with Godiva Chocolatier. I-73 clears major hurdle
Apr 10, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. One of the major milestones in approval of the Interstate 73 was passed Friday when the Federal Highway Administration issued a record of decision that will allow Virginia to begin design work on the more than $4 billion project. It clears the way the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to start designing a 70-mile interstate between Roanoke and the North Carolina line that has been sought to boost the economy of Henry County and Martinsville.
Accretive Commerce, Inc. announces local expansion
Apr 5, 2007 in Press Releases
Harvest Foundation and Economic Development Corporation announce expanded funding for economic development
Apr 4, 2007 in Press Releases
Almost 3,000 visited VMNH over weekend
Apr 3, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. Nearly 3,000 people visited the new Virginia Museum of Natural History on Starling Avenue during its opening celebrations over the weekend, according to a press release. The museum's 100-Hour Opening Celebration concluded Sunday with a family fun day. Other events included a VMNH Member's reception, a dedication ceremony, the VMNH Foundation Gala, and the Grand Opening on Saturday.
EDC offers area maps to touristsApr 2, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer . The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s tourism office is offering local hotels, service stations and other businesses and places that might interact with the public a “secret weapon” to promote tourism, officials said. New map pads have been produced and are being distributed free of charge, said EDC Tourism Director David Rotenizer. One side of each paper shows a Martinsville map and a list of attractions and accommodations; the other side shows a map and similar list for Henry County. EDC seeks to win with motorsports industries
Apr 1, 2007 in News Articles
By MARK HEATH, EDC President/CEO. We know that, in light of recent plant closings, it is difficult for the community to see things happening in economic development. We understand the loss of jobs has been disheartening. But, good things are happening here and the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) is working hard to replace jobs. In fact, just since July 2004, 1,534 jobs have been created in our community from new and existing industry.
Editorial: County's land deals provide eye for future
Apr 1, 2007 in News Articles
BULLETIN EDITORIAL. The Henry County Board of Supervisors’ decision to take an option on 621 acres for a possible business/industrial park shows its eye for the future. The land is adjacent to U.S. 220 near the North Carolina line and also has rail service. Those factors address shortcomings identified by economic developers in the area’s existing available industrial sites. Rail service opens the site’s possibilities to industries such as plastics, which local developers have targeted for the area, and the proximity to North Carolina means the area may able to benefit from growth in the triad area of the Tar Heel state. PHCC student becomes motorsports 'poster child'
Mar 30, 2007 in News Articles
By AMANDA BUCK - Bulletin Staff Writer. When Brannon Simpson began looking into colleges as a high school senior, he and his father came across PHCC’s Web site. One visit to the school made the college decision an easy one. Touring PHCC’s motorsports facility and learning about the program convinced Simpson and his dad — both of whom know their way around an engine and behind the wheel of a racecar — that PHCC was the right place for Brannon.
Mar 29, 2007 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Bulletin Staff Writer. The 621 acres Henry County plans to buy will be an important “piece of the puzzle” for economic development in Henry County and Martinsville, a local official said Wednesday. “It’s just another major piece in a 10-year effort to rebuild our economy in a holistic matter,” said Mark Heath, president and chief executive officer of the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. Henry County Welcomes You
Mar 29, 2007 in News Articles
Henry County Public Service Authority employees Ricky Shelton (left) and Kevin Clark help Gateway StreetScape landscape one of the new “Henry County Welcomes You” signs. Gateway has landscaped all six of the new signs. (Contributed photo)
Mar 28, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN STAFF. The Henry County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to enter into an option to buy 621 acres for a possible business/industrial park near the Virginia-North Carolina line. County and Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) officials believe the land would allow the Henry County-Martinsville market to tap into the growing market around Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point, N.C., according to a county release. Work on shell building to start
Mar 27, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. Construction on a shell building at Patriot Centre at Beaver Creek industrial park is expected to begin this week, according to an economic developer. The 75,000-square-foot, $2.7 million building will be built of masonry, glass and metal. Located on 19.6 acres at Patriot Centre, the building will be able to be expanded up to 154,000 square feet. It will have 30-foot ceilings and almost 5,000 square feet of external office space, according to the EDC. EDC chief upbeat on jobs
Mar 13, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. While economic development officials are not ready to announce specifics, they will say one thing: More jobs are on the way. EDC takes stock of area restaurants; 77 visited
Mar 11, 2007 in News Articles
By DAVID ROTENIZER, EDC Director of Tourism. Take your pick. Martinsville-Henry County has quite a few restaurants for your dining enjoyment. Over the past two months, the Office of Tourism has been inventorying eateries in the area. To date, 77 establishments have been visited. Accretive Commerce Works Here
Mar 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Accretive Commerce was featured in a February PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. County buys option on 1,200 acres
Feb 13, 2007 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer - The area’s next major industrial park could be built directly behind Patriot Centre at Beaver Creek. The Henry County Board of Supervisors on Monday voted unanimously to spend $50,000 to exercise a six-month option on 1,206 acres off Barrows Mill Road. Polymer and Plastics Processing Campaign
Feb 7, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
"Around here, we talk about thermoplastics, polymer blends and thermosets (and that's before breakfast)." This is Martinsville-Henry County's message to prospective polymer and plastics processors. This ad is running in industry publications nation-wide. Analyst: Future of area furniture companies bright
Feb 6, 2007 in News Articles
By GINNY WRAY - Bulletin Staff Writer - Despite lagging sales, a plant closing and what local furniture manufacturers call “challenging” business conditions in recent months, an industry analyst is bullish on the future of Bassett, Stanley and Hooker furniture companies.
Feb 6, 2007 in News Articles
By BULLETIN WRITER - With estimates that 80 percent of the wood furniture sold in this country is made elsewhere, Scheffer recognizes that Stanley is bucking the industry. He has watched as many former domestic competitors closed their plants and focused more on imports, yet he is confident of Stanley’s strategy. Business plan is company's roadmap to success
Feb 4, 2007 in News Articles
By EDC Director of Small and Minority Business Development, Lisa Fultz - published in the Martinsville Bulletin. It is a common misconception that a business plan is only necessary to obtain financing. This is not the case. Writing a business plan allows you to assess many aspects of your business future and helps you to have ready answers when needed. In essence, it's your roadmap to success. Back Office Operations Campaign
Feb 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Official: Startek going strong
Jan 23, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The closing of a Startek facility in Petersburg will not affect the company’s operations here, the local call center’s site manager said Monday. Visitor Center planned uptown
Jan 11, 2007 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. Local officials are stepping up their efforts to welcome tourists to the area. The Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp. and Patrick Henry Community College announced Wednesday that they will work together to open a new visitor center in uptown Martinsville this June. Plain Talk with the EDC - Tourism focus
Jan 7, 2007 in News Articles
By DAVID ROTENIZER, EDC Director of Tourism. "Build a better mouse trap and they will come" is not the best philosophy when considering how to market our community to tourists. Where you place a mouse trap is usually a better approach. EDC’s Office of Tourism launches redesigned website
Jan 5, 2007 in Press Releases
Nautica Works Here
Jan 1, 2007 in Ad Campaigns
Nautica was featured in a January PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Signs set to greet visitors
Dec 22, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. People entering Henry County soon will be greeted with a distinct, hard-to-miss hello in the form of new welcome signs. New Tourism region promotes 'Southern Virginia'
Dec 22, 2006 in News Articles
By the Associated Press - VICTORIA, Va. -- Southside Virginia is giving way to newly named tourism region intended to draw a sharp distinction between its urban brethren. Martinsville-Henry County EDC leases suite at Martinsville Speedway
Dec 21, 2006 in Press Releases
IDA accepts firm's bid on shell building
Dec 21, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. The Henry County Industrial Development Authority on Wednesday approved a bid for the construction of a 79,000-square-foot, $3.5 million shell building project in the Patriot Centre industrial park. Martinsville-Henry County EDC announces new staff
Dec 1, 2006 in Press Releases
Applied Felts Works Here
Dec 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Applied Felts, Inc. was featured in a December PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Food Processing Campaign
Dec 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
"This little piggy sped to market." This is Martinsville-Henry County's message to prospective food processors. This ad is running in industry publications nationwide. EDC polishes online image
Nov 20, 2006 in News Articles
By STAFF - Martinsville Bulletin. In today’s wired and Internet-savvy world, the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp.’s newly redesigned Web site could be the EDC’s most important marketing tool, officials said. Company ups goals on hiring
Nov 17, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. A recruiter for a new call center to be located in Martinsville said she quickly found more qualified applicants than she expected during interviews this week at the Virginia Employment Commission office in Martinsville. MZM building is on market
Nov 17, 2006 in News Articles
By CHARLES BOOTHE - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. The facility that was home to MZM Inc. and then Athena Innovative Solutions Inc. is being put on the market for $5 million, according to a press release from the company that is selling it. EDC launches redesigned website
Nov 16, 2006 in Press Releases
County officially launches three river access points
Nov 8, 2006 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. Putting a kayak or canoe in the Smith River is easier than ever because of three new access points that officially opened Friday. Recreation Authority holds first meeting
Nov 8, 2006 in News Articles
By CHARLES BOOTHE - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. The Southern Virginia Recreational Facilities Authority met for the first time Tuesday afternoon, electing a chairman and approving the process of hiring an executive director.
Mehler Works HereNov 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Mehler Engineered Products was featured in a November PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community. Motorsports Campaign
Nov 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
"In Martinsville, the business day starts with hot coffee and donuts." This is Martinsville-Henry County's message to prospective motorsports companies. This ad is running in industry publications nation-wide. Give us a Closer Look Campaign
Nov 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Edelen breaks ground on new county facility
Oct 26, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. J.G. Edelen Co. and local officials broke ground on a new 28,000-square-foot facility in the Patriot Centre on Wednesday, he said J.G. Edelen is a company with one foot in the past and one in the future. Economic Development in Martinsville-Henry County embraces Motorsports
Oct 22, 2006 in Press Releases
State tour group sees regions attractions
Oct 19, 2006 in News Articles
By MAC McLEAN - Danville Register & Bee Staff Writer. Regional assets were touted to a mixture of staff from Virginia's ten welcome centers and the Richmond-based Virginia Tourism Corporation today.
Gildan begins hiring
Oct 18, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. About 50 area residents were at the Virginia Employment Commission office in Martinsville on Tuesday seeking jobs at Gildan Activewear Inc.’s planned retail distribution center in Henry County. Southern Virginia Hosts Tourism FAM Tour
Oct 16, 2006 in Press Releases
I-73 moves ahead
Oct 12, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. A state official confirmed Wednesday that an agreement has been signed that brings the Interstate 73 project closer to reality. Memorial Hospital unveiled an addition Wednesday
Oct 12, 2006 in News Articles
By AMANDA BUCK - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. More than doubles the size of its ambulatory surgery center and brings advanced medical equipment to the area. Small and Minority Business Forum Scheduled
Oct 11, 2006 in Press Releases
Ground broken for $2.4M shrimp facility
Oct 10, 2006 in News Articles
By DEBBIE HALL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. A new shrimp aquaculture facility in Martinsville is expected to have a national impact while generating an estimated 600 jobs within the next five years, according to officials and dignitaries at a groundbreaking ceremony Monday. Officials praise project
Oct 10, 2006 in News Articles
By MICKEY POWELL - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. People of all ages are eager to see two new sports-related complexes that will be built in the Martinsville area. Harvest Foundation unveils $20 million plan
Oct 10, 2006 in News Articles
By SHAWN HOPKINS - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. The Harvest Foundation on Monday unveiled details of its plan to provide $20 million to construct a fieldhouse and arena in Martinsville and a soccer complex in Henry County, an announcement officials said will be remembered in the future as a key moment in the city and county’s economic growth. Harvest is aiming for in-depth change
Oct 9, 2006 in News Articles
by CHARLES BOOTHE - Martinsville Bulletin Staff Writer. With more than $28 million and 98 grants allocated during its first three years of existence, The Harvest Foundation is just touching the “tip of the iceberg” on the long-term effects of its programs, the foundation’s chairman said Friday.
“Selling to the Federal Government” Workshop for Small, Women- and Minority- owned Business Offered for Local Entrepreneurs
Oct 5, 2006 in News Articles
Great Corporate Love Affairs in the South
Oct 1, 2006 in News Articles
By SOUTHERN BUSINESS & DEVELOPMENT STAFF. Communities all across the South ... are not only interested in wooing new companies, but also in continuing their courtship with existing firms. Plain Talk with the EDC
Oct 1, 2006 in News Articles
By MARK HEATH, President/CEO, Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation. The fourth in a series of monthly columns written by EDC staff on what the organization is doing to fulfill its mission of creating new job opportunities and expanding the tax base in the area. Furniture Works Here
Oct 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
The Furniture Industry was featured in an October PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the industry for the contribution it continues to make to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the industry in the community. The industry in total was featured on billboards, and each of 4 companies were showcased individually in print ads - Stanley Furniture Company, Bassett Furniture Industries, American of Martinsville and Hooker Furniture Corporation.
EDC highlights West Window Corporation in PR CampaignSep 18, 2006 in Press Releases
Economic Development Reaches National Audience
Sep 11, 2006 in Press Releases
Pick of the Crop
Sep 4, 2006 in News Articles
By Rachel Duran. Global Corporate Xpansion magazine. The perfect mix of raw materials, processors and suppliers, and workforces with a history in ag-related industries can be found throughout the country. Here are a few gems that are positioned to help you thrive. Medical Data Systems, Inc. to bring 80 new jobs to City
Sep 1, 2006 in Press Releases
West Window Works Here
Sep 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
West Window Corporation was featured in a September PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community.
“Selling to the State” Workshop for Small, Women- and Minority-owned Business Offered for Local Entrepreneurs
Aug 29, 2006 in Press Releases
Martinsville-Henry County EDC announces new staff
Aug 16, 2006 in Press Releases
Tourism Professionals Extend Education with Annual Program on Georgia Campus
Aug 13, 2006 in Press Releases
EDC highlights Knauss Snack Food Company in PR Campaign
Aug 9, 2006 in Press Releases
New jobs for Martinsville-Henry County
Aug 8, 2006 in Press Releases
Knauss Works Here
Aug 1, 2006 in Ad Campaigns
Knauss Snack Food Company was featured in an August PR Campaign that serves to show appreciation to the company for the contribution it makes to Martinsville-Henry County and to elevate awareness of the business in the community.
EDC launches PR CampaignJul 27, 2006 in Press Releases
Office of Tourism Seeks Events to Promote Area
Jul 18, 2006 in Press Releases
Local Outfitter Schedules Family Fun Float on the Smith River
Jun 26, 2006 in Press Releases
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine visits local industry
Jun 14, 2006 in Press Releases
Set your sites on incentives
Jun 1, 2006 in News Articles
By PETER CLEAVELAND - Contributing Editor or Food Engineering Magazine. Revitalized market access, quality labor, lucrative enticements, weather—site selection isn’t what it used to be. Community meeting scheduled to encourage participation in Jamestown 2007 Celebration
May 30, 2006 in Press Releases
Economic Development Corporation Recognizes Community Leaders
May 17, 2006 in Press Releases
EDC Announces Director of Research
May 12, 2006 in Press Releases
Regional Tourism Partnership Begins Marketing Initiative with the 2006 Godspeed Sail
May 4, 2006 in Press Releases
EDC Announces Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Apr 18, 2006 in Press Releases
'Philpott' brings production expertise to manufacturers
Feb 1, 2006 in News Articles
By Deborah Nason – VIRGINIA BUSINESS Magazine. Almost everyone has heard of agricultural extension services, which “extend” university expertise to the public through programs related to farming and household management. But fewer people know there also are extension services for manufacturers. Supplying the need for speed
Oct 1, 2005 in News Articles
By SOUTHERN BUSINESS & DEVELOPMENT STAFF. Southwest and Southside Virginia offer unparalleled advantages for the motorsports industry.
