Roanoke Valley Lumber-Roseburg Forest Products received the Working Together Works Award presented by Halifax County Business Horizons.
The award honors a company or individual whose leadership and commitment have significantly advanced economic development in Halifax County.
Mill Manager Adam Reed accepted the award on behalf of the Weldon company.
“The forest products industry is a cornerstone of Halifax County’s economy, and Roseburg Forest Products has quickly become one of our most valued partners,” said Horizons President Scott Aman. “Their investment in the Weldon manufacturing facility and commitment to local job creation reflect exactly what this award represents — working together for shared success.”
Aman said Roseburg Forest Products has demonstrated strong leadership in Halifax County since choosing Weldon as the location for its sawmill. The company’s decision to invest locally was supported by collaboration among Halifax Horizons, county and state partners, and the broader community.
Today, the Roanoke Valley Lumber facility employs 200 people and has established itself as a key contributor to Halifax County’s forest products business cluster, Aman said.
Reed said, “On behalf of Roseburg Forest Products, I want to thank Halifax Horizons for this recognition. Our success in Halifax County is the result of partnerships — local leadership, workforce, and community support. We are proud to be part of Halifax County’s future and look forward to continuing to grow together.”
The award was presented at the Horizons 30th annual meeting which was held at the Acorn Center in Littleton.
Bruce Tyler, co-owner of Weldon Mills Distillery, shared his insights on entrepreneurship and community partnerships.
Tyler credited the company’s success and growth to the strong support and collaboration received from the town of Weldon and Halifax County.
Weldon Mills has become the most awarded distillery in North Carolina and was named Small Business of the Year by Business North Carolina Magazine in 2024, Halifax Horizons said.
