Demonstrating Significant Investment in Domestic Manufacturing and Support of the U.S. Military RAEFORD, N.C. — July 7, 2026 — Burlington Industries (“Burlington”), a leading U.S. manufacturer of advanced textile solutions, today celebrated the commissioning of its newly modernized dyehouse at its manufacturing operation in Raeford, NC, marking a significant investment in the future of domestic textile production and the continued support of the U.S. military. The commissioning ceremony brought together company leaders, employees, community partners, and elected officials to recognize the completion of the project and the important role the Raeford operation continues to play in America’s textile manufacturing base. “Our Dyehouse investment demonstrates our confidence in the Raeford operation, our employees, and the critical role this facility plays in supporting those who protect our freedoms, ” said Jeffrey P. Pritchett, Chief Executive Officer of Elevate Textiles, the parent company for Burlington. “We are proud to continue a legacy of serving the military while strengthening American manufacturing capabilities right here in North Carolina. ” The Raeford facility produces the specialized fabrics used in military dress uniforms and remains the only U.S. manufacturer producing these fabrics domestically. The Raeford operation currently supplies fabrics supporting dress uniform programs for the Air Force,…
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Editor’s note: This is a developing story. The U.S. military announced Tuesday evening it was “launching a series of powerful strikes against Iran” in retaliation for “Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels that were transiting the Strait of Hormuz.” Posted to X at 5:15 PM Eastern Time, the announcement said…
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I am delighted to announce that Luke Nicastro has joined The American Conservative as senior editor, effective July 1, 2026. Nicastro joins the magazine having most recently served as national security advisor to Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO). Nicastro will be known to close readers as a talented contributor to the…
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, resigned his seat in parliament Tuesday, triggering a special election in which he intends to run amid allegations of failure to disclose financial gifts. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox In a Tuesday speech, Farage responded to the allegations stating…
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