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May 2022

The Alleghany Highlands Economic Development Corporation is the marketing organization promoting Alleghany County, the City of Covington and the Towns of Clifton Forge and Iron Gate for business recruitment, expansion and development. A public/private partnership, AHEDC focuses on Site Readiness, Infrastructure Management, Site Selection Outreach and Workforce Development. The organization also serves as a key information source for applicable data, regulatory compliance and funding opportunities to help you successfully launch, expand or relocate a business to the region.

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Cliff View Golf Course

TO ALL EMPLOYERS

The Second Chance Summit will be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. This hybrid workshop will discuss the benefits and the challenges that come with second-chance hiring. Our hope is to create an open discussion about what employment means to those who have been impacted by the justice system and educate employers about the resources available to them. Attendees should register to join us either in person or virtually at https://form.jotform.com/222056591850153. Anyone with questions can feel free to contact the Elizabeth Swing, Business and Development Manager at elizabeth@greaterroanokeworks.com

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Business Spotlight

Union Church Millworks

Business Spotlight time! We are excited to introduce to you Stephen Bennett and Union Church Millworks in Selma, Virginia. A lot of folks in the area do not know what all this company does so you can learn more below!

Can you tell us about Union Church Millworks, Inc?

Union Church Millworks is a family-owned business that was formed in 1996. We manufacture solid, unfinished hardwood flooring, paneling, trim, and stair parts that are sourced from local loggers. We produce high quality products that can be customized. Our staff members are prepared to assist with any design questions associated with using unfinished interior products. After the design phase, we mill the products on site and store them until the project is ready for delivery. We deliver our products and carry them inside of the house to ensure safe delivery. We’ve grown our professional network to make referrals to other installers and professionals in the business to ensure a steady flow from design to completion.

What has been your biggest success to date?

Our biggest success is growing our professional network. We network regularly with contractors, installers, and other building professionals to ensure that we keep projects as efficient as possible. We’ve found that every project is a little different, so it takes many professionals to ensure a satisfactory outcome!

What has been your biggest challenge?

Our biggest challenge has been spreading information about our options and what we can do! We still have local people that drop in at the warehouse that have no idea what we do. We are trying to grow our audience, so that we can assist on more projects in our area. Read more here. Photos here.

Progress Being Made with the "River Retreat" Apartments

The “River Retreat” Apartments located in the Alleghany Regional Commerce Center in Low Moor next to the YMCA is moving right along. This is the first of a 24-unit building being constructed with a second 24 unit following soon. Once completed there will be a total of 96 units. This is a huge investment for the Alleghany Highlands providing living options to retain local employees preventing them from residing in other localities. Some other key attributes is giving the area more living option retention to support local businesses, strengthen the membership of the YMCA and a new tax revenue for the County.

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Some Available Properties For Lease/Sale

Historic Downtown for Lease

376 W. Main Street Covington - Store front - 11,760 sq. ft. C3 Zoning

221/225 N. Court Avenue Covington - C3 Zoning

263 W. Main Street - Store Front - 2,200 sq. ft. C1 Zoning

431 Ridgeway Street - Store Front - 1,360 sq. ft. CFBD Zoning

For Sale

520 Main Street Covington - 11,156 sq. ft. C3 Zoning

606 S. Monroe Avenue Covington - 25,000 sq. ft. M1 Zoning

239 Maple Avenue Covington - 6,600 sq. ft. C1 Zoning

424 E. Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA - 3,300 sq. ft. CFBD Zoning - Turnkey Restaurant For Sale Serious Inquiries Only Call 540.862.4119

Other For Lease

1107 Craig Avenue - 27,412 sq. ft. C3 Zoning

Contact Terri at terri@ahedc.com or call 540.862.0936 to advertise your space or

to be connected to the property owner

More properties available here