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McKaig Chevrolet marks 38 years with new Gladewater plant
McKaig Chevrolet, a staple in Gladewater and East Texas, celebrates 38 years of Chevrolet sales under owner Joe Jones. The dealership opened its modern 15,000 square foot complex on Highway 80 East, Feb 24–25, 1967, with a 22-strong staff and plans for a new body shop. Jones, a Kilgore College trustee and former educator, leads a team including sales manager E A McDonald and general manager Melvin Jenkins.
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