Calhoun County Economic Development Council

05/30/2026

05/22/2026

The Calhoun County Economic Development Council is proud to recognize Nathan Hill on his induction into the U.S. Army TACOM Hall of Fame.

This distinguished honor reflects Nathan’s remarkable 32-year career at Anniston Army Depot and the meaningful contributions he has made through decades of dedicated service. His leadership and commitment have left a lasting mark, and we are honored to celebrate this well-earned achievement alongside our community.

Read more on his ANAD career: https://dvidshub.net/r/f489kz
Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitor's Center

04/30/2026

04/30/2026

Today, we joined Kobay South for a groundbreaking ceremony for the company's newest expansion alongside community partners and elected officials, which will add 60,000 square feet to its Oxford facility and create 50 new jobs.

For a decade, Kobay South has been a strong part of our local manufacturing base, building high-quality automotive components while investing in people, partnerships, and long-term growth. We are grateful for their continued investment and proud to support their growth.

Read more here: https://www.calhouncountyedc.org/post/kobay-south-breaks-ground-on-expansion-in-oxford-creating-new-jobs

📸 The City of Oxford, Alabama
Alabama Department of Commerce

04/14/2026

We were proud to celebrate Bryant Machine Co., Inc.’s latest milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony today. Last year, the family-owned company announced a $3.26 million expansion, which includes a new 22,000-square-foot facility and the creation of 12 new jobs.

A special thank you to the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitor's Center for coordinating the event, and to Calhoun County, Alabama for their partnership and support that made this project possible.

Most importantly, thank you to the family of Bryant Machine Co., Inc. for allowing us to be part of this milestone. We are honored to celebrate your success and continued investment in Calhoun County.

Read more about the project here: https://www.calhouncountyedc.org/post/bryant-machine-company-invests-3-26-million-in-calhoun-county-expanding-facility-and-creating-new

04/09/2026

We were honored to welcome British Consul General Rachel Galloway for a special visit with one of our existing industries, Doncasters Structural Castings of Oxford.

Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Doncasters is a worldwide manufacturer of vacuum and air melt investment castings in Nickel and Cobalt base superalloys for the aerospace, industrial gas turbine and commercial markets. The company’s continued investment in Calhoun County and presence in the community highlight the importance of international partnerships.

As a token of appreciation, we were proud to present the Consul General with a painting by renowned artist Larry Martin, celebrating both culture and collaboration.

We are grateful for the Consul General’s time, engagement, and commitment to strengthening ties between our communities. We look forward to continued partnership and shared success.

📸: The City of Oxford, Alabama

03/25/2026

Associated MetalCast, LLC, a manufacturer of precision-machined, complex metal components, is expanding its Alabama operations through a $6.24 million investment that will create 50 jobs and introduce new equipment and advanced technology.

Alabama Department of Commerce
Read more here: https://www.calhouncountyedc.org/post/associated-metalcast-to-expand-oxford-operations-creating-50-jobs-and-6-24-million-investment

03/24/2026

This morning, the Calhoun County Economic Development Council was presented with a substantial award when the Alabama Department of Commerce made a special visit to present the Calhoun County EDC with a check for $2,064,000. This funding is in support of industrial site development through Alabama’s innovative Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program.

📸: The City of Oxford, Alabama

Read more here: https://www.calhouncountyedc.org/post/calhoun-county-economic-development-council-secures-2-06-million-in-seed-funding-to-advance-site-de

03/17/2026

Friends in Manufacturing Networking Event!

Join fellow young professionals working in manufacturing for an evening of networking, conversation, and connection. This casual social is a chance to meet others in the industry, share experiences, and grow your professional network while strengthening the manufacturing community here in Calhoun County.

RSVP Link: https://lnkd.in/eN_uHFgx

Don’t miss this chance to connect with other young talent,
ages 20-35, actively shaping the future of manufacturing.

Learn more about this talent retention initiative at https://lnkd.in/eqfXmVbP

03/04/2026

The EDC had the opportunity to visit one of the Vulcan Materials Company facilities in East Alabama through our partnership with ONE East Alabama .

The group saw firsthand how limestone and aggregate are extracted and processed, gaining a clearer understanding of the scale, logistics, and planning required to produce the materials that support roads, industrial development, and public infrastructure across our region.

Regional growth depends on regional assets, and the work being done at VMC facilities supports projects and infrastructure that extend across county lines. Visits like this strengthen our understanding of these industries.

We appreciate the Vulcan Materials Company team for hosting us and the role they play in supporting Alabama's infrastructure.