Sawmill expected to make positive impact to Lumberton, Lamar Co. Sawmill expected to make positive impact to Lumberton, Lamar Co. By Carly Blake | December 17, 2020 at 6:00 PM CST - Updated December 17 at 10:13 PM LUMBERTON, Miss. (WDAM) - Idaho Forest Group is set to build a multimillion-dollar sawmill in the city of Lumberton, creating a huge economic boost for the city. “It’s going to be a big deal,” said Warren Byrd, Lamar County Board President. “Talking about $120 million investment, 135 jobs and an average salary benefit of $55,000 dollars. It’s a game-changer for Lumberton.” This sawmill will not only positively impact the city and county’s tax revenue, but it will also contribute to the various industries throughout the county.