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Franklin County Career and Technology Center Students Visit JLG Industries

Franklin County Career and Technology Center students and staff visited JLG Industries in McConnellsburg as part of Workforce Partner Wednesday.

JLG opened its headquarters to students and staff for tours and information sessions. Participants also had the opportunity to use virtual reality training equipment.

JLG Industries designs and manufactures access equipment, including aerial work platforms and telehandlers. The company was founded in 1969 by John L. Grove in McConnellsburg.

JLG has been a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation since 2006. The company provides machinery for industries including construction, agriculture and maintenance. Its products include boom lifts, scissor lifts and vertical masts.

The visit highlighted technical career pathways and workforce opportunities for Franklin County Career and Technology Center students.

Photo credits to Franklin County Career and Technology Center

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On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

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