BDI to Search for New Director

BDI President Scott Darnell announced on August 26 that he has accepted a position as the CEO of Paducah Economic Development in Kentucky. The BDI Board of Directors will work closely with Logan Development Group over the coming weeks to conduct a national search for a new Executive Director.

"We appreciate Scott's contribution to Burke County and look forward to new opportunities to build on the success that has happened over the past few years," said Chairman of the Board Bryan Steen.

CE FoamSolutions to Expand in Valdese

CE FoamSolutions, LLC is expanding operations in Burke County and will create 20 new jobs over the next three years in Valdese. Read more...

Have you Filled out the Burke County Recreation Survey?

Burke County officials are seeking citizen input on what types of recreation services and offerings the County should provide. There is only a week left to give your feedback on the parks and recreation master plan! Please take a few minutes to

Let's Celebrate Manufacturing Careers!

October 3 is National Manufacturing Day - a celebration designed to expand public knowledge about manufacturing careers and manufacturing's value to our national and local economies. Get involved...

Featured Property

For the month of September we are highlighting a property in Valdese! Located at 104 Main Street West, this 2,500 square foot space is available for only $500/month. Check it out!

Richelieu Job Fair

Richelieu Legwear, a Burke County hosiery company that recently announced a large expansion, will hold a job fair on Thursday, September 18 from 1:00 to 6:00pm at their facility in Hildebran. Click here for more info...

Community Garden Workshop

A GROW (Gardeners Recreating Our World) workshop will be held October 11 from 8:30am to 4:00pm at the Catawba County Agricultural Resource Center in Newton. Click here for more information...