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CAMFIL BREAKS GROUND ON MANUFACTURING FACILITY IN KILGORE’S SYNERGY PARK
Sep 26, 2024

Located on 43 acres in Synergy Park just minutes from I-20, the 418,000-square-foot facility will showcase state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities designed to meet the growing demand for high-quality air filtration products across diverse industries.

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Keeprite Refrigeration selects Synergy Park for $55m expansion of commercial refrigeration manufacturing operations
May 10, 2024

"The new facility will serve as a beacon for technical innovation and is expected to further enhance our product offerings and customer service," Xu said. "It represents our confidence in the future and our commitment to investing in our people and communities."

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Yamaha/Skeeter Expanding Facility onto Former Halliburton Property
Jan 19, 2023

“It’s win-win for the city, for Skeeter, for Yamaha, and especially for citizens in the area.”

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KILGORE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION NAMES RANDY SEITZ AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Jul 21, 2026

Seitz joins Kilgore Economic Development Corporation as its next Executive Director, following a comprehensive national search conducted by the KEDC Board of Directors and Search Committee.

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Texas Mutual Grant Expands Safety Training and Strengthens Kilgore’s Workforce
Jul 15, 2026

Kilgore College’s Risk Management Institute uses the $100,000 award to provide free workplace safety courses, strengthen current employees and support employer competitiveness.

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Manufacturing Logistics in East Texas: How Kilgore Connects Manufacturers to Markets
Jun 8, 2026

For manufacturers, transportation costs, delivery times, supplier access, and customer proximity all influence profitability. That's why logistics remains one of the most important factors in manufacturing site selection. Even small differences in transportation efficiency can create meaningful advantages.

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What Manufacturers Need to Know About Power, Water, Gas, and Fiber in Kilgore, TX
May 22, 2026

A site may look strong on paper, but if power capacity is limited, water systems require upgrades, or connectivity is lacking, timelines can quickly shift. That’s why experienced site selectors evaluate utilities early and in detail.

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Why Shovel-Ready Manufacturing Sites in Kilgore Can Cut Time to Launch
May 11, 2026

Learn what “shovel-ready” really means for manufacturers and how business-friendly communities like Kilgore, Texas can help reduce risk, speed timelines, and simplify site selection.

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How To Evaluate Manufacturing Workforce In Texas Before You Relocate
Apr 22, 2026

A large regional population can look attractive on paper. But manufacturers need to go deeper than headcount. When comparing labor markets in Texas, start with workforce composition. Look at how much of the workforce is already tied to goods-producing industries.

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