SDI’s third galvanizing line on pace for mid-2020 completion
Lowndes County District 3 Supervisor John Holliman, outfitted in a bright orange safety coat, hardhat and safety goggles, paused for a moment, looked up at the skeleton of steel girders high above and said to no one in particular: “It’s really amazing what they’ve done out here.”
County to issue bonds for aging infrastructure at industrial park
For many, the history of Lowndes County Industrial Park begins with the arrival of Severstal, the steel plant now known as Steel Dynamics, Inc., in the mid-2000s.
SDI, others contribute steel roof to Habitat home
Slowly, but surely, the little house on 12th Avenue North is taking shape. The slab has been poured and the house has been framed and wired. The plumbing and exterior siding has been installed.
Our View: SDI expansion marks another bright day for area
In 2014, when Severstal was sold to Indiana-based Steel Dynamics, there was a bit of uneasiness accompanying the change in ownership.
Steel pipe company CEOs push for waivers from Trump’s tariff
Joel Johnson examines the shipping labels on 35-ton coils of American-made steel that will be unspooled, bent and welded into rounded sections of pipe.
Trade war could affect Steel Dynamics
Columbus may find itself in the crosshairs of an international trade war after the Trump Administration said Thursday it would impose steep tariffs on metals imported from its North America trade partners, and Mexico retaliated with its own tariffs.
SDI unveils $100 million paint line
About 14 months since breaking ground on the project, the Golden Triangle Development LINK hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new $100 million paint line at Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Steel Dynamics expansion near completion
If it were a house, Steel Dynamic’s $100-million expansion would be in the “moving in the furniture” phase.
Our View: Severstal was our ‘Roger Bannister’ moment
This week, local and state officials, along with executives from Steel Dynamics, Inc., gathered just south of the steel-mill for a ground-breaking ceremony for SDI’s $100-million expansion.
$100 million expansion for SDI
Community and industry leaders attended a groundbreaking ceremony Monday for the incoming paint expansion at the Steel Dynamics Inc. plant in Lowndes County.
Supes give new tax breaks to Steel Dynamics
Lowndes County supervisors approved two new fee-in-lieu agreements with Steel Dynamics during Wednesday’s board meeting, bringing the number of such arrangements with the steel company to four.
Gov., Lowndes leaders welcome steel plant expansion
Some deals take months, even years, to put together.
Steel Dynamics making $100 million expansion in Lowndes
Steel Dynamics is undertaking a $100 million expansion at its Lowndes County facility, a move company officials say will add 40 new positions.
Steel Dynamics contractor to pay $61K fine
A contractor for the Steel Dynamics mill in Columbus is paying a $61,867 civil fine for environmental violations relating to hazardous waste and emergency readiness.
Steel Dynamics VP: Plant not threatened by oil price drop
This week, the average cost of a gallon of gasoline in Mississippi dipped below the $2-mark.
Roses and thorns: 7/27/14
A rose to Main Street Columbus for another successful “Sounds of Summer” concert series at the Riverwalk.