Faith Mulch faces possible closure after fires, DEQ complaints
Faith Mulch's Stuart plant is facing a potential closure following two fires, environmental complaints and a state fire marshal's red tag. By Taylor Boyd Although the town has not received formal notice, Faith Mulch owner Michael Kingsley said he plans to close the company’s Stuart plant following a series of issues at the facility. In a text message to Stuart Town Manager Bryce Simmons and Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director and Stuart Town Council member Rebecca Adcock, Kingsley said, “unfortunately due to the plant issues since my takeover on July 24, 2026, I’ve decided to shut down the...
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