This is fairly big local news - confirmation was made recently that FedEx will be the occupant of a new proposed distribution center in Portage (codename: Project Spartan). It is claimed that this could potentially bring 900 jobs to the area.
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FedEx confirms it will occupy Portage distribution center; facility could house 900 jobs
Genevieve Grippo | WWMT Newschannel 3
November 6th 2019
PORTAGE, Mich. — FedEx Ground confirmed Wednesday that it will occupy the planned Project Spartan distribution center in Portage, Michigan, a facility expected to create up to 900 new jobs.
"The site was chosen because of its ease of access to major highways, proximity to customers' distribution centers and a strong local community workforce for recruiting employees," FedEx spokesman David Westrick said in an email confirming the delivery company is moving to Portage...
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