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Roseburg Forest Products Honored By Halifax Horizons
Halifax County Business Horizons, Inc. members and guests gathered this week at The Acorn Center for the 30th Annual Meeting, celebrating a year of investment and collaboration in support of Halifax County’s economic growth. In an uplifting keynote address, Bruce Tyler, Co-Owner of Weldon… Continue Reading “Roseburg Forest Products Honored By Halifax Horizons”
Halifax Horizons Honors Ben White
Halifax County Business Horizons, Inc. recently honored Ben White of Smurfit WestRock for his dedicated service as a member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. White, who is retiring from his position as Mill Manager, received a plaque of appreciation in recognition… Continue Reading “Halifax Horizons Honors Ben White”
Students Complete HCC’s First Truck Driving Academy
Halifax Community College recently recognized the first individuals completing the College’s new Truck Driving Academy. The event celebrated the hard work and commitment of eight students who successfully completed the program and are now certified to begin careers in commercial driving. This milestone marked… Continue Reading “Students Complete HCC’s First Truck Driving Academy”
Halifax County’s 3rd Annual Economic Development Road Show
Halifax County leaders, board members, and economic development allies gathered for the 3rd Annual Economic Development Road Show. The tour provided an up-close view of local industry, infrastructure investment, and areas targeted for future development. The event began with a tour of Don Pancho… Continue Reading “Halifax County’s 3rd Annual Economic Development Road Show”
Commemorative License Plate Available
Halifax County holds a special place in American history as the Birthplace of American Independence. On April 12, 1776, the signing of the Halifax Resolves marked the first official call for independence by any of the thirteen colonies—earning North Carolina its proud title as… Continue Reading “Commemorative License Plate Available”
Halifax Horizons Hosts Economic Update
Halifax County Business Horizons, Inc. hosted an Economic Development Update Luncheon, featuring Chris Chung, President of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC). As the keynote speaker, Chung provided an update on North Carolina’s economic landscape, sharing insights on key trends, growth opportunities,… Continue Reading “Halifax Horizons Hosts Economic Update”
Portia Pope Honored by HCC for Community Service
Congratulations to Halifax County Economic Development Commission Board Member Portia Pope, Ph.D., MPA, PMP, LSSGB, NCCM, IMH-E® for recognition at the Halifax Community College (HCC) African American Hero Awards & USPS Black Heritage Stamp Dedication in February. Dr. Pope’s dedication to community service, leadership,… Continue Reading “Portia Pope Honored by HCC for Community Service”
Halifax Community College Hosts HIRED Career Fair
Businesses, government organizations, law enforcement, health agencies and others were on hand for the HIRED (Helping Individuals Reach Employment Destinations) Career Fair at Halifax Community College (HCC) on March 19. A resounding success, the event focused on connecting students and job seekers with employers… Continue Reading “Halifax Community College Hosts HIRED Career Fair”
Local Leaders Tour Roseburg Facility
Roseburg Forest Products recently welcomed local leaders and economic development partners for an exclusive and behind-the-scenes tour of Roanoke Valley Lumber, their newest state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Attendees experienced an up-close look at the company’s cutting-edge operations and the positive ripple effect it is creating… Continue Reading “Local Leaders Tour Roseburg Facility”
Halifax County Commissioners Recognize Weldon Mills Distillery
The Halifax County Board of Commissioners recognized the owners of Weldon Mills Distillery for its outstanding achievement of being named the 2024 Small Business of the Year by Business NC Magazine. In making the presentation, Vernon Bryant, Chairman of the Halifax County Board of… Continue Reading “Halifax County Commissioners Recognize Weldon Mills Distillery”
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