Record #:

25587

Author(s):

Morris, Ann

Abstract:

Located in Iredell County, Mooresville was built nearly a century ago around a textile mill. But during the past two years 800 people have lost their textile jobs because of plant closings or permanent layoffs. Textiles have been one of the big three industries in North Carolina. But in 1982, the state had more plant closings than any other state. Inexpensive foreign labor has made it hard for American companies to compete with imports.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 2 Issue 12, June 22-July 5 1984, p1, 4-5, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Iredell County--Industry; Textile industry; Piedmont--History

Record #:

12213

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

More famous for their production of tobacco and whiskey products, Iredell residents have been known manufacturers of textiles, furniture, and flour.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 25 Issue 12, Nov 1957, p19-20, il

Subject(s):

Iredell County--Industry

Record #:

43105

Author(s):

Barkin, Dan

Abstract:

"An Iredell expansion spotlights Jeld-Wen's growth plans a hot housing market." Originally founded in 1960, the company gained its national footprint in 1962,when it opened a window plant in Charlotte. north Carolina is supporting the company's new Iredell plant, offering $2.2 million in incentives over 12 years.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 41 Issue 8, August 2021, p20-21 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Jeld-Wen (window and door manufacturer}; Iredell County--Industry; Charlotte-window industry