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Belle Tire Opens Second Fort Wayne Store

Michigan-based Belle Tire has opened its second location in Fort Wayne, Ind., continuing the family-owned tire retailer’s expansion into the state.

Michelin Considering $100 Million Investment at Fort Wayne BFGoodrich Tire Plant

Michelin North America’s BFGoodrich brand is looking to invest $100 million into its Woodburn, Ind., plant near Fort Wayne, to upgrade the facility’s equipment and production, local media reports. A filing with Allen County government, showed the breakdown of the $100 million investment, which includes: $20 million to upgrade equipment $23.5 million to improve production

Michelin Reaches Tentative Labor Agreement at BFGoodrich Plants

Michelin North America has reached tentative labor contract deals with the United Steelworkers union at its Tuscaloosa, Ala., and Fort Wayne, Ind., BFGoodrich facilities. Contracts between the USW and Michelin expired on July 30, 2016, and employees have been working while a deal is negotiated. The contract, which covers approximately 2,400 employees, is subject to