Dougherty County is getting a big boost for its' economy, as nearly 400 jobs over the next few years are coming to Albany.
Senior Life Insurance Company announced it will establish a multipurpose complex in Albany. By the time of its' January 1st opening of next year, about 100 jobs will have been created, with 300 more following over three years.
Southwest Georgia has seen a decline in agriculture and manufacturing jobs in recent years. Two major companies also recently left the area. That makes this news so exciting for Dougherty County Commission chairman Jeff "Bodine" Sinyard:
"Everyone is winning, and most of all the citizens of southwest Georgia are winning...we're starved for jobs in southwest Georgia and this announcement is an incredible good injection for all of us...it's a real shot in the arm for everybody in southwest Georgia".
Sinyard says the key is that these are quality jobs with good benefits packages for future workers.
Seinor Life is based in Thomasville, but company officials say it can meet its growing needs in Albany.
Senior Life Insurance Company announced it will establish a multipurpose complex in Albany. By the time of its' January 1st opening of next year, about 100 jobs will have been created, with 300 more following over three years.
Southwest Georgia has seen a decline in agriculture and manufacturing jobs in recent years. Two major companies also recently left the area. That makes this news so exciting for Dougherty County Commission chairman Jeff "Bodine" Sinyard:
"Everyone is winning, and most of all the citizens of southwest Georgia are winning...we're starved for jobs in southwest Georgia and this announcement is an incredible good injection for all of us...it's a real shot in the arm for everybody in southwest Georgia".
Sinyard says the key is that these are quality jobs with good benefits packages for future workers.
Seinor Life is based in Thomasville, but company officials say it can meet its growing needs in Albany.
