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Nester Hosiery Expands Operations in Surry County After Acquisition of Fox River Mills
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 4, 2025 Mount Airy, NC – Nester Hosiery, LLC, a leading U.S. manufacturer of premium socks and accessory footwear, has announced a significant expansion of its operations in Surry County, North Carolina, following the acquisition of the majority of assets of Fox River Mills, a heritage sock manufacturer based in Osage, Iowa. The strategic expansion, represents a major investment in domestic manufacturing and job creation for the region. As part of
Aug 4, 20253 min read


NCFI Groundbreaking: Investing in Growth
On June 20th, the Surry County Economic Development Partnership (SCEDP) celebrated a major milestone as NCFI Polyurethanes broke ground on a significant expansion in Mount Airy. This exciting project will add 140,000 square feet of new production space while retaining its 60 local employees. The expansion not only bolsters employment but also showcases Surry County’s strength and leadership in advanced materials manufacturing. The groundbreaking marks a powerful investment in
Jul 16, 20251 min read


Surry County EDF Acquires Twin Oaks Business Park
The Surry County Economic Development Foundation is proud to announce the acquisition of nearly 30 acres in Dobson for the purposes of...
Jun 11, 20252 min read


Surry County EDP Announces Project Press
For Immediate Release – Surry County, NC An existing industry partner in Surry County has announced its choice to grow in Surry County. Best Choice Metal Structures is a metal building manufacturer that plans to develop a new manufacturing campus on Elkin Wildlife Road, just outside of Elkin, NC. This new $4,000,000 campus will provide office, manufacturing, and warehouse space for the company to double its production capabilities. Best Choice plans to hire an additional 30
Jun 1, 20252 min read


Project Vista Selects Mount Airy
For Immediate Release - Project Vista Selects Mount Airy Surry County Economic Development Partnership is proud to announce an existing industry expansion in the City of Mount Airy. North Carolina Foam Industries (NCFI Polyurethanes) will construct a new 140,000 square foot facility at Westwood Industrial Park. The company will invest more than $50,000,000 in the project and retain its 60 Mount Airy employees. “Our decision to build this new facility in Mt. Airy is a testamen
May 18, 20252 min read
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