RALEIGH, N.C. — Governor Josh Stein announced a significant expansion for Halifax Linen Service, Inc., a textile services company, in Halifax County. The company plans to add 11 new jobs and invest $2,050,000 to enhance its operations in Roanoke Rapids. This development highlights the company’s longstanding commitment to the region and reflects the state’s robust textile industry. The expansion will include a 13,000-square-foot addition to their existing facility for increased warehousing and production capabilities.
Founded in 1946, Halifax Linen has evolved from a local laundry service into a regional supplier of commercial textiles and facility services, serving healthcare and hospitality industries across four southeastern states. The third-generation family-owned company operates two sites in North Carolina and continues to embrace technological advancements to meet industry demands. The company’s president, Preston McElheney, emphasized the expansion’s focus on enhancing customer service and employee opportunities, as well as maintaining the independence of the family-owned business.
The expansion is supported by a $30,000 performance-based grant from the One North Carolina Fund, which aids local governments in attracting economic investments and creating jobs. The average salary for the new positions is projected to be $51,386, exceeding the county’s current average. This move is expected to have an annual payroll impact of over $565,000 in the region.
Local and state leaders, including N.C. Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley and Representative Rodney D. Pierce, praised the collaboration between economic development partners and Halifax Linen. The project received backing from various entities, including the North Carolina General Assembly, the Rural Infrastructure Authority, and Halifax Community College, demonstrating the community’s commitment to supporting business growth and economic development.
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