Friday, February 17, 2023

Lewisburg to Become Cricket Capital of Tennessee

 



A MarCo Reels interview with Sunit Guldas of the Tennessee Cricket Academy and Cedar Farms Crickets Grounds on Rock Crusher Road in Lewisburg, TN. Sunit explains how they chose Lewisburg to grow the sport in Tennessee and their goals to create a multi-sport complex and a Minor League Cricket Team representing Tennessee from Lewisburg. To learn more, https://www.facebook.com/TennesseeCricketAcademy or Cedar Farms Cricket Grounds | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083384768891 | @MarshallCoTN @MarshallHappenings @MarshallCoSch @YPofMC @MCMLIB @MainStreetLewisburg @LewisburgRecCenter @MarCoSmallBusiness #MakeItInMarshall #InvestInMC #ShopMarCo #MainStreetLewisburgTN #VisitMarCo #LewisburgTN #ChapelHillTN #CornersvilleTN

Thursday, February 16, 2023

ICP Shares Love with Assisted Living Residents in Lewisburg, TN

 

The employees at International Comfort Products (ICP) in Lewisburg, TN, a Carrier Company, showed up with love this Valentine’s Day.  Their Community Involvement Team, which focuses on engaging with the people and organizations in town & surrounding areas, led an effort to provide love to residents & care givers at various assisted living homes.  The team, comprised of 15 employees, met with schools & churches in town about their idea.  And thanks to the efforts, led by Kimberly Brodeur, Kendra Hobby (both in Customer Service) and Norwood “Butch” Carter (Warehouse Operator) they accomplished the mission!  Thanks to the children at Oak Grove Elementary School, Barnyard Kids Daycare, and church-goers at First Baptist Church, the team delivered nearly 200 Valentine’s Cards and care packages to residents at NHC and Village Manor – just in time for Valentine’s Day!  The newly formed Community Involvement Team at ICP is bringing new ideas & energy to the culture where they work, and they are interested in continuing to be an important part of the community in Lewisburg! 










Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Ribbon Cutting Held for Newly Renovated George W. Turner Building in the Lewisburg Housing Authority

 



The Lewisburg Housing Authority held a ribbon cutting ceremony on 6/29/22 to celebrate the newly renovated George W. Turner Building that has long been the community center of the public housing complex. Local officials and community supporters were on hand to see the newly remodeled event center with kitchen and the board and conference room. Following the Ribbon Cutting, Lewisburg Housing Authority Director Ronald Robinson and former Lewisburg Police Chief Doug Alexander were presented with the naming of the Board & Conference Room in their honor. 




Monday, June 20, 2022

Governor Lee, Commissioner Rolfe Announce Rockford Spring Company to Establish Operations in Lewisburg

 


Custom spring and wire manufacturer will invest $10 million to locate new manufacturing operations in Marshall County

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Rockford Spring Company officials announced today the company will establish new manufacturing operations in Lewisburg. 

Rockford Spring will invest $10.3 million and create 62 new jobs in Marshall County as the company locates in an existing facility at 1100 Garrett Parkway. 

By establishing a presence in Tennessee, the Illinois-based company will utilize the Lewisburg facility to serve its existing markets while also expanding its customer base in the southeastern U.S.

Founded in 1952, Rockford Spring Company manufactures custom precision springs and wire forms for the automotive, agriculture, firearms, hydraulics and outdoor power equipment, as well as many other industries. The Lewisburg facility will increase Rockford Spring’s employment to roughly 150 people across its two U.S. operations in Illinois and Tennessee. 

In the last five years, TNECD has supported more than 60 economic development projects in the Southern Middle Tennessee region, resulting in roughly 8,200 job commitments and $5.2 billion in capital investment. 

QUOTES
“Companies choose to invest in Tennessee because of our strong business climate and highly skilled workforce. Rockford Spring’s decision to establish operations in Lewisburg will ensure opportunity for Tennesseans in Marshall County, and I look forward to their success.” – Gov. Bill Lee

“With more than $26 billion exported in manufacturing goods annually, this industry is booming across our state. We welcome Rockford Spring to Tennessee and thank this company for its significant investment and decision to locate its second U.S. facility in Lewisburg.” – TNECD Commissioner Bob Rolfe

“The Banas family purchased Rockford Spring in 2007 and has been growing the 70-year-old company for the last 15 years. We would like to thank the state of Tennessee, local economic development team, Marshall County and TVA along with local contractors who have all assisted in bringing Rockford Spring to Lewisburg. We are thrilled to open our new division and welcome new employment opportunities enhancing growth and continuing the positive culture we thrive to achieve. Rockford Spring looks forward to becoming a productive part of Lewisburg and striving to take on a supportive role in the community.” – Rockford Spring Company Vice President Dave Lester

“We are excited to welcome Rockford Spring to Marshall County. We look forward to the growth and opportunities a new industry will bring to our community and our citizens.” – Marshall County Mayor Mike Keny 

"We are excited to welcome Rockford Spring into the Lewisburg manufacturing family. Rockford Spring has not only renovated and upgraded one of our existing manufacturing facilities, but the company will also expand our industrial diversity into the automotive, agriculture, firearm and outdoor power equipment sectors." – Lewisburg Mayor Jim Bingham 

“TVA and Lewisburg Electric System congratulate Rockford Spring on its decision to locate operations and create new job opportunities in Marshall County. Helping to attract and retain jobs and investment to the region is fundamental to TVA’s mission of service. We are proud to partner with Middle Tennessee Industrial Development Association, Marshall County Joint Economic and Community Development Board, City of Lewisburg and the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to further that mission and celebrate this announcement together.”– John Bradley, TVA senior vice president of Economic Development

“Marshall County is thrilled to have attracted Rockford Spring to our community. This project will not only boost the local manufacturing sector and provide job opportunities to more than 62 residents, but it will also strengthen the regional economy and support a more sustainable community for generations to come.” – Sen. Shane Reeves (R-Murfreesboro)

“The decision by Rockford Spring to open a facility in Lewisburg is a major win for Marshall County. This substantial investment will benefit our local economy while also providing more jobs for residents. I appreciate the work of everyone involved in making this announcement possible, and I look forward to the positive impact Rockford Spring will have in our community.” – Rep. Todd Warner (R-Chapel Hill)

About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s mission is to develop strategies that help make Tennessee the No. 1 location in the Southeast for high quality jobs. To grow and strengthen Tennessee, the department seeks to attract new corporate investment to the state and works with Tennessee companies to facilitate expansion and economic growth. Find us on the web: tnecd.com. Follow us on TwitterInstagram and LinkedIn. Like us on Facebook. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.

TNECD Media Contact
Lindsey Tipton
Public Information Officer
(615) 339-6608
Lindsey.Tipton@tn.gov


Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Teledyne Cuts Ribbon on Playground at Rock Creek Park in Lewisburg, TN

 


Thanks to an idea from young Jackson Davis, Teledyne worked with a committee of city officials and volunteers to donate funds for a wonderful playground at Rock Creek Park (right in front of the Marshall County Memorial Library).
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Walker Die Casting | Allison Transmission Holds Open House for Public and Job Seekers

 


Walker Die Casting | Allison Transmission held an Open House for the Public and Job Seekers on Sunday, May 15, 2022 | Link to Videos and More