In this issue:



• Paragon Films holds groundbreaking ceremony for expansion in Alexander County
• Input sought for new Alexander County Comprehensive Plan
• 2023 "Buy Local Challenge" is underway
• Ribbon cuttings held at The Mane Suite, Bella Rose Beauty Bar
• CVCC Alexander Furniture Academy accepting student applications
• Check out available properties in Alexander County
• Let us post your jobs on the "Work Local Alexander" Facebook page
• Alexander County to host Independence Celebration with concert and fireworks

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Paragon Films holds groundbreaking ceremony for expansion in Alexander County

Paragon Films, a stretch film manufacturer and Rhône private equity company, held a groundbreaking ceremony on April 26 to officially launch a 70,000-square-foot expansion of its North Carolina facility.

Input sought for new Alexander County Comprehensive Plan

Work is underway to develop a new Alexander County Comprehensive Plan and citizen input is being sought to help guide the county’s future. An online survey is available and a series of public input sessions have been scheduled. The survey may be accessed at https://bit.ly/ac-plan-survey (or scan the QR code with your phone’s camera).

2023 "Buy Local Challenge" is underway

The 2023 Buy Local Challenge is underway, offering local customers a chance to win big prizes from 41 participating businesses in Alexander County.

Ribbon cutting held at The Mane Suite

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held May 13 at The Mane Suite in downtown Taylorsville. The new salon, owned by Katie Mellon, is located at 128 Main Avenue Drive in Taylorsville.

Ribbon cutting held at Bella Rose Beauty Bar

A ribbon cutting was held Friday, March 10 at Bella Rose Beauty Bar in Alexander County. Owned and operated by Ashley Stine, the new business is located at 109 East Main Avenue in downtown Taylorsville.

CVCC Alexander Furniture Academy accepting student applications for fall semester

The CVCC Alexander Furniture Academy is currently accepting applications for sewing and upholstery students for the fall semester, which runs from June 28 through December 20 (Monday through Thursday each week). There is no cost to the student as the tuition is paid through scholarships.

Looking for buildings or land in Alexander County?

Check out the EDC's interactive map on our website to view available properties in Alexander County. The listings include industrial buildings and sites, and commercial buildings and sites. If you have available commercial or industrial property, let us know and we'll add it to our map.

Alexander County will host an Independence Celebration on Saturday, July 15, with the second installment of the Summer Concert Series followed by a fireworks display. Mock of Ages – The Ultimate Def Leppard Tribute will perform at 6:30 p.m. on the Rotary Performance Stage at Alexander County Courthouse Park, with pyrotechnics at Alexander Central High School at approximately 9:45 p.m.

Be sure to check out our full calendar of events at visitalexandernc.com/calendar.You can even submit your organization's event!