Ashley Furniture expansion to create at least 500 jobs in Lee Co.
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Ashley Furniture is expanding and creating at least 500 new jobs in Lee County.
The company’s foam and mattress production in Verona will expand by purchasing and renovating a neighboring building.
A new facility will also be built.
Ashley will also expand its Saltillo plant with more equipment and operations.
In all, this will be an $80 million corporate investment.
The Mississippi Development Authority and Lee County are providing tax assistance.
Work is expected to continue through the end of 2025.