DMA Holdings expanding Marion County operations.

Auto parts manufacturer and distributor DMA Holdings Inc. is expanding its Marion County operations with the opening a $3.9 million manufacturing and distribution center expected to create 25 jobs.

Founded in 2008, DMA is an established supplier to the North American automotive and heavy-duty parts aftermarket, earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies in America list for four consecutive years, according to a news release.

The new, 377,000-square-foot facility at 202 Averette St. in Nichols is the company's second in Marion County and will increase its assembly, manufacturing and distribution capabilities.

"We are proud to continue our partnership with Marion County as we expand our automotive operations in the town of Nichols," John Treece, DMA president and CEO, said in the release. "Since coming to Marion County in 2018, we have experienced tremendous support from the local, county and state levels. This new facility...