Magnolia Frac Sand to Create Approximately 60 Jobs

Natchez, Miss. (April 18, 2012) – Governor Phil Bryant and officials from The Blain Companies and Fores Canada Inc. announced today the two companies have entered into a business agreement that will create approximately 60 new jobs for Natchez, Miss.-area residents.

Blain, which currently maintains quarry operations in Natchez, is expanding its presence in the area with the launch of a new business division to be known as Magnolia Frac Sand LLC. The new company will produce frac sand for Fores Canada Inc.’s new division, Fores Frac Sand LLC, to be located in Natchez. Another new division...