Eastman Chemical shows it believes in potential of Western Massachusetts (Editorial)

Any business that undertakes a major expansion in the midst of a global pandemic must surely be confident it will garner a return on its investment. It is also an indicator that the business believes in its community, convinced the outlook wherever they are located is bright and positive. The news last week that Eastman Chemical is investing $25 million to upgrade and expand production at its plant in Springfield should reverberate all across Western Massachusetts. It’s a positive sign for the entire region.