BOWLING GREEN, KY., January 26, 2023 - Today, Carter Lumber is announcing the expansion of its Carter Lumber building component manufacturing facility in the Kentucky Transpark. This expansion and construction is part of their rebuilding following the devasting tornados that impacted Bowling Green in December 2021. This development is happening through an $8.6 million investment into their facility on Cosma Drive and will create 36 new jobs in addition to the 50 jobs they announced in 2017.
"It's great to see businesses in our area pick themselves back up and rebuild after the tornado. This investment is huge for our community as it will help rebuild and establish for future growth," said Warren County Judge-Executive Doug Gorman.
"Carter Lumber is a locally well-recognized and trusted name in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and their name represents quality products and excellent customer service,” said Bowling Green Mayor Todd Alcott. “Congratulations to Carter Lumber on the continued expansion of their Kight Home Center Kitchen brand. We are grateful for this new investment to continue to grow and prosper in their hometown, Bowling Green, Kentucky.”
"Carter Lumber is an essential part of our region's diverse economy and future," said Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ron Bunch. “We are grateful for their commitment to our community and look forward to their ongoing success."
The new facility will feature state-of-the-art technology and equipment, allowing Carter Lumber to serve better many professional builders that rely on the products and services available through the lumberyard in northern Warren County. The new facility is expected to be completed by the end of 2023 and will be in the Kentucky Transpark.
"We are proud to be a part of the Bowling Green community and are committed to helping it recover and thrive," said Jeff Donley, President of Carter Lumber. "This new facility is just one way we can contribute to the rebuilding efforts and ensure the growth of our Carter Lumber operations and the many builders we service in the area to rebuild stronger and better than before."
Carter Lumber is grateful for the support of the state and local governments and the community in this initiative. They look forward to serving the community for many more years to come.
Year to date, the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce has announced its economic development projects in South Central Kentucky, totaling $8.1 million in capital investment creating 36 new jobs in the region. Bowling Green has also been recognized as one of the Top 6 Tier 2 Metros in the United States for the ninth consecutive year by Site Selection Magazine. The Chamber was also awarded the Mac Conway Award and recognized as a Top 20 Economic Development Organization in the Country for a second straight year in 2022 and is looking forward to another fantastic year in 2023.
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About Carter Lumber:
Founded in 1932 in Akron, Ohio, private and family-owned Carter Lumber is the United States’ fourth largest professionally focused lumber and building material supplier. The company services its primarily professional builder customers through its more than 170 locations across 13 states. Carter Lumber operates under four uniquely branded divisions: Carter Lumber, Holmes Lumber Company, Kight Home Center, and Kempsville Building Materials. For more information about Carter Lumber, visit https://www.carterlumber.com
About South Central Kentucky Economic Development:
South Central Kentucky Economic Development is an entity of the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, a nationally ranked 5-Star Accredited Chamber. Located at the center of a 34-state distribution area in the eastern United States, South Central Kentucky is a prime location for manufacturing and distribution facilities. South Central Kentucky is within a day’s drive of 60% of the nation's population, personal income, and manufacturing business establishments. Bowling Green ranks second in the United States for best manufacturing city. The region has captured over four billion in capital investment in the past decade, creating thousands of jobs. To learn more, please visit https://www.southcentralky.com/