New Factory Announcement

Staff from Empire Comfort Systems, along with friends, family, dignitaries and project team members from Poplar Bluff, break ground Tuesday for a new factory along South 11th Street, which is expected to open later this year. (DAR/Paul Davis)

Empire Comfort Systems’ Nick Bauer (left) talks about the company’s expansion into Poplar Bluff as Greater Poplar Bluff Area Chamber of Commerce President Steve Halter looks on during a ceremony at the South 11th Street construction site Tuesday afternoon. (DAR/Paul Davis)

Empire Comfort Systems’ Jay Eaton explains the products his company will produce in its new Poplar Bluff facility during Tuesday’s Chamber Luncheon. (DAR/Paul Davis)