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$18 million distribution center, jobs coming to Lincolnton

LINCOLNTON, N.C. — An $18 million distribution center is coming to Lincoln County and it's bringing dozens of jobs.

Medline Industries is building the new facility in the Lincoln County Industrial Park in Lincolnton.

The company makes and distributes medical and surgical supplies.

The move will create 40 new positions. The center is expected to open early next year.