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Lee Kum Kee Sauce Group to Establish New Sauces, Condiments Plant in LaGrange
Today, the Georgia Department of Economic Development announced that Lee Kum Kee Sauce Group, a global name in Asian sauces and condiments, will invest up to $288 million in a new manufacturing facility in LaGrange, creating up to 267 jobs in Troup County over the next several years. The facility will produce Asian sauces and condiments to support the company’s future growth in the Americas.
New Sauces, Condiments Plant Coming to LaGrange
The Georgia Department of Economic Development announced that Lee Kum Kee Sauce Group, a global name in Asian sauces and condiments, will invest up to $288 million in a new manufacturing facility in LaGrange, creating up to 267 jobs in Troup County over the next several years. The facility will produce Asian sauces and condiments to support the company’s future growth in the Americas.
TCSS adopts 2025 budget
With little fanfare, the Troup County School Board formally adopted its FY 2025 budget on Thursday evening. The total budget comes in at $162,342,000, a 4.6% increase over last year’s total revenues. The school system plans to continue funding services started in recent years that were subsidized using federal and state stimulus funding, which is […] The post TCSS adopts 2025 budget appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
LaGrange pool expected to reopen this month
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - An old pool in LaGrange is going through a major multi-million dollar renovation that is expected to be complete before the end of the summer. LaGrange resident Travis Hart lives across the street from the William J. Griggs Recreation Center where pool renovations are taking place.
TCSS to hold ribbon cutting on West Point clinic; hearings
The Troup County School District is finalizing the 2024-2025 budget. On Thursday, it is expected the Board will approve the proposed budget. However, before the final budget can be approved the millage rate must be approved. The millage rate which is approved yearly by the Board of Education and the County’s Board of Commissioners, is […] The post TCSS to hold ribbon cutting on West Point clinic; hearings appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Traffic Alert: Long Lane Creek bridge in Troup County to temporarily close
TROUP COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) — If you regularly travel on Hamilton Road in Troup County, you may want to be aware of an upcoming road closure. According to the Troup County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO), the Long Cane Creek bridge is undergoing road work. It’s expected to temporarily close on Friday, June 21 at 6 p.m. […]
‘It’s been an honor’ Shumate says goodbyes at last meeting
On Thursday, outgoing School Superintendent Dr. Brian Shumate attended his final school board meeting as head of the Troup County School System. “It’s been an honor to serve with this school district in this community. I’ve been an educator for a long time, as you know, and I’ve been fortunate to be here for five […] The post ‘It’s been an honor’ Shumate says goodbyes at last meeting appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Sauce company to bring 267 jobs to new LaGrange facility
ATLANTA – June 14, 2024 – Today, the Georgia Department of Economic Development announced that Lee Kum Kee Sauce Group, a global name in Asian sauces and condiments, will invest up to $288 million in a new manufacturing facility in LaGrange, creating up to 267 jobs in Troup County over the next several years. The facility […] The post Sauce company to bring 267 jobs to new LaGrange facility appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
A day in the life: Troup County EMS on the job
TROUP COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) — The life of a first responder is far from easy. With summer, it comes with additional stressors. Troup County Emergency Medical Response’s Stacey Elkins was promoted to the rank of Captain in February. She knows the challenges of paramedic life well. “A lot of times we see some pretty horrible […]
Troup Schools balance the pay scales
During the Monday work session of the Troup County School Board, Superintendent Brian Shumate, presented the findings of a classification and compensation study. The district partnered with Education Planners, a consulting company, to conduct the study. TCSS has put into the soon-to-be finalized 2024-2025 budget, a pay increase for employees across the district. “So when […] The post Troup Schools balance the pay scales appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Chamber gives active shooter training
On Wednesday, the West Point Police and Court Services building held an ‘Active Shooter in the Workplace’ training. Jorge Olmonovoa, the Chief Marshall of Troup County, provided information to community members and business leaders about how to handle active shooter scenarios. The event was hosted by the LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce as a part […] The post Chamber gives active shooter training appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
TCSS new registration process
LaGrange, GA., June 10, 2024 — The Troup County School System is changing student registration for the 2024-2025 school year. New Student Registration and Zone Transfers For NEW students enrolling in Troup County Schools, starting June 17, parents and guardians must register the child at the school they will be attending. Registration documents are available […] The post TCSS new registration process appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
TROUP COUNTY: Section of West Point Road closed for railroad work
WEST POINT, Ga. (WRBL) — The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) began railroad maintenance Monday and closed the railroad crossing at OG Skinner Drive and Peabody Road. GDOT is asking drivers to use State Route 18 to I-85 North. If drivers need to use US Highway 29, they can exit at Kia Blvd to get […]
TCCS: School District updates registration process for 2024-2025 school year
TROUP COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) – The Troup County School System (TCSS) has updated the registration process for new and returning students enrolling for the upcoming school year. The school system will now require starting on June 17 parents or guardians of new students registering their child with TCSS to fill out an application with the […]
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