September, 2009
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Stanley adds crib lines here
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The first cribs in the Stanley Furniture Co. Young America line to be made in Stanleytown were produced this week.
Sports complex kickoff slated
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. The grand opening of the $8.7 million Smith River Sports Complex is the end of its building phase and beginning of its role as an economic development engine.
Big chair is at home
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A big chair that traveled all around the country now is at home in uptown Martinsville, where it symbolizes the area’s past, present and future.
Chair to be dedicated at 4 today in uptown
“It is our hope these events will be the kick-off to future activities that will generate foot traffic and stimulate economic development” uptown, Debbie Robinson said in the EDC release.
Big Chair's move uptown Friday part of larger effort
By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer. A big chair soon to be located in uptown Martinsville will be the centerpiece of a grander plan aimed at redevelopment and showcasing the area's unique assets.
Stanley adds production here
By GINNY WRAY - Bulletin Staff Writer. Stanley Furniture Co. announced today that it will make all its Young America products in this country and is adding 99 employees in Stanleytown.
Shell building dedicated
By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer. EDC, county and city officials are optimistic the building, capable of being expanded to more than 195,000 square feet, will attract a buyer soon.
