Oct. 15-The Martinsville Bulletin reports that Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. announced it will close its fiberboard facility in Bassett, VA effecting 45 employees.

The plant, which began production in 1970, produces medium density fiberboard (MDF) made from wood fibers. The closure of the facility will occur by the end of the year, affecting approximately 45 employees. Source of information: Martinsville Bulletin, Martinsville, VA