Ground Broken On New Guilford County Jail

GREENSBORO - WXII12.com

The Triad's newest law enforcement facility is finally one step closer to reality, as officials broke ground on the new Guilford County Jail Monday.

The building will be located on West Sycamore Street in downtown Greensboro and will eventually hold more than 1,000 inmates, helping to alleviate the county's overpopulation in the old jail.

Construction on the new jail is expected to create nearly 2,000 new jobs.

The facility is expected to open in 2013.

Most Popular Stories at WXII12

• Girl Escapes Alleged Rapist, Calls 911
• Mom, Daughter Killed In Traffic Crash
• Amber Alert Issued For Missing Fayetteville Girl
• Sheriff: Student Gang Members Charged With Trying To Sell Drugs
• NC Health Officials: 2 Pregnant Women Die Of H1N1

MORE FROM WXII12

WXII12 Section Front

Forsyth County: Prayers Represent Private Speech Thanksgiving Holiday Fatal Crashes Down 50 Percent Ban On Texting While Driving Kicks In Tuesday Political Newcomer Poised To Take Over As Gate City Mayor Police: Thief Targeted Candy, Snacks, Cars WXII12 Section Front   Add WXII12 headlines to your news reader: