#closure

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is closing six facilities nationwide. This decision stems from significant staffing shortages and deteriorating infrastructure. Approximately 500 employees will be impacted by these closures. Some workers will face layoffs, while others will be offered transfers to different locations. The BOP cites a $4 billion deferred maintenance backlog as a major contributing factor.

Texas, Kentucky, Virginia, California

https://www.fedagent.com/news/six-federal-prison-facilities-to-close-as-bop-cites-staffing-maintenance-concerns

A global wheel manufacturer will be closing its Jacksonville plant in August. This decision will result in the layoff of 62 employees. The company cited difficulties with labor recruitment and retention as a primary reason. High operating and maintenance expenses also contributed to the closure. The facility's closure is scheduled for August 30.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/local/enkei-america-inc-jacskonville-facility-closing-layoffs/77-8e532662-1afc-4be6-8d64-d1902241cbb8

Honeywell is closing its Luton facility—which manufactures water meters—in 2027 and moving production to Slovakia, where a Centre of Excellence is being established. Layoffs are currently underway.

Morgan Stanley is vacating Jersey City location by EOY. Does anyone have more information?

Nordic Veneer has ceased operations at its Roseburg facility after 72 years in business. The company's final production day was July 2nd, leading to the layoff of most of its approximately 55 employees. Plant Manager Bayley Adams cited intense international competition and rising wood supply costs as significant challenges. A major blow came in April when a primary buyer, Roseburg Forest Products, stopped purchasing their veneer. The company is now considering selling the facility or waiting for a more favorable market.

Roseburg, Oregon

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/07/08/nordic-veneer-closes-mill-in-roseburg-after-more-than-72-years/

Brookshire Grocery Company is closing four of its stores this month. The affected locations are in Ashdown, Arkansas; Rayville, Louisiana; Winnfield, Louisiana; and Grambling, Louisiana. These closures follow an evaluation of the company's retail footprint. Employees have been offered positions at other Brookshire stores. Customers can still redeem fuel points at remaining locations.

Ashdown, Arkansas

https://www.the-sun.com/money/16668080/brookshire-closing-stores-arkansas-louisiana/

A judge has indicated the possibility of a buyer for the Schwebel Baking Company, which had announced plans to cease operations. This development comes after the Teamsters Union filed a lawsuit contesting the closure. The company, in business for over 120 years, is reportedly considering an expedited Chapter 11 bankruptcy to facilitate a sale. Discussions are ongoing between parties to determine the feasibility of this potential purchase. The identity of the prospective buyer has not yet been disclosed.

Youngstown, Ohio

https://www.wtae.com/article/schwebel-baking-company-buyer/71921509

Frito Lay is closing its Raleigh distribution warehouse on September 6th. This closure will result in the layoff of approximately 68 warehouse employees. The company has issued WARN notices to all affected staff. Frito Lay plans to offer information on other job opportunities. Some employees may be relocated to nearby facilities.

Raleigh, North Carolina

https://abc11.com/post/frito-lay-close-raleigh-warehouse-off-70-workers/19502599/

Layoffs will commence at the Times Fiber facility in Pittsylvania County by the end of August. The plant is scheduled to cease operations entirely on October 31st. Local officials are collaborating with state resources and the company to assist affected employees. The primary focus is on connecting displaced workers with job opportunities and career support services. The specific reasons behind the business decision to close the plant have not been publicly disclosed.

Pittsylvania County, Virginia

https://wset.com/news/local/layoffs-to-start-in-late-august-at-times-fiber-plant-in-pittsylvania-county-virginia-rapid-response-team-july-2026

I overheard some people talking in a conference room last week but I don’t know if this is true or false

Our Home is shutting down its Las Vegas plant on August 25th. This closure will result in the layoff of 61 employees. Various positions, including packers and machine operators, are affected. One plant manager position has a later layoff date of December 31, 2026. The company has not indicated any union representation or bumping rights for the affected workers.

Las Vegas, NV

https://www.fox5vegas.com/2026/07/09/snack-company-close-las-vegas-facility-lay-off-61/

I thought it was odd that the job listing is for either Berwyn, PA or NYC. We're looking at two completely different applicant pools there, and does this mean they've acquired a new PA office in Berwyn, or is this just the Archer office?

"We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Full Stack Engineer to join our Managed Accounts Solutions Platform team. This role is located in Berwyn, PA or New York, NY."

I haven't heard anything new about Pennington or Wilmington office closures, but then, the way this place operates we probably won't hear anything until the last minute.

Optum will close its divvyDOSE pharmacy in Moline, impacting 98 employees. Layoffs are scheduled to occur in August and September. The divvyDOSE pharmacy specializes in sorting prescription medications into pill packs. The company has not yet released a statement regarding the closure. This news was reported to the state on June 5.

Moline, Illinois

https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/optum-close-divvydose-pharmacy-moline-laying-off-98-employees/526-dd30d0c0-f7f1-4c1b-bd36-93f48ef4e378

Nippon Electric Glass will cease its glass fiber production in North America. This decision includes the closure of its Shelby plant. The company is also selling its Lexington facility. Approximately 282 employees will be affected by these changes. The Shelby plant has been operational since the late 1950s.

https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2026/07/09/nippon-electric-glass-layoffs-shelby-manufacturing.html

Charter Communications will close its regional office in Town and Country, Missouri. This closure will result in 107 employees losing their jobs. The affected positions include network engineers and upper management. The company is issuing a WARN notice to comply with legal requirements. Employees will not have bumping rights to retain their positions.

Town and Country, Mo.

https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/charter-to-close-town-and-country-office-107-layoffs-planned/

Pilgrim's is closing the harvesting section of its Chattanooga poultry facility. This decision is part of a $75 million expansion and modernization project at its Ellijay, Georgia location. The company states this move will increase processing capacity and meet evolving consumer demands. Approximately 348 employees in Chattanooga will be affected by this closure. Pilgrim's plans to offer affected workers transfer opportunities and transition support.

Chattanooga, Tennessee

https://www.local3news.com/local-news/part-of-pilgrim-s-chicken-plant-closing-348-chattanooga-employees-may-lose-jobs/article_5e7bbdee-72bc-4a73-8643-e5d1f559ed0e.html

Alpha Technologies Services announced significant layoffs affecting 75 employees. The company will also permanently close its operations unit. Manufacturing and assembly will be relocated to a Georgia facility. This move by the parent company, EnerSys, impacts a long-standing Bellingham manufacturer. The layoffs are scheduled to begin in late August.

Bellingham, Washington

https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/local/article316401387.html

Rogers Sports & Media has closed six radio stations across Canada. This decision resulted in the layoff of 230 employees. The company cited declining advertising revenue and shifting audience habits as reasons for the closures. Rogers will continue to operate 44 other radio stations nationwide. Affected employees shared their shock and gratitude online.

Vancouver, Calgary, Halifax, Kitchener

https://dailyhive.com/canada/rogers-closure-layoff-staff

Baker Hughes is closing a Houston facility and laying off 174 employees. The company filed a WARN notice with the Texas Workforce Commission. The exact reason for the closure was not disclosed. A company spokesperson stated that decisions are made to best serve customers and achieve growth objectives. These decisions are difficult and made with sensitivity to employees and communities.

Houston, Texas

https://www.khou.com/article/money/business/houston-business-journal/baker-hughes-closing-facility-layoffs/285-1f28062d-0fc5-49da-998c-c1fe1d9eb1cc

Employees of Beef-a-Roo received notification of a company-wide layoff effective July 8. All eight locations across Rockford and surrounding areas were reportedly affected, with doors locked and signage indicating closure. The company's website also went offline. Employees were informed that severe financial constraints prevented continued operations. Final paychecks are expected as soon as funding becomes available, though the timing is uncertain.

Rockford, IL

https://www.wifr.com/2026/07/08/beef-a-roo-employees-report-company-wide-layoffs-restaurant-closures/

I know there are still NGF doors. When are they expected to close or be notified of their official closure date? Are they going to make them wait until January again or are they deciding on a month to month basis?

Rumors are the Somerset DC could be closing 12/31/2027. Anyone else hear these rumors?

Pulled into 9am meeting, laid off everyone employed in Charlottesville VA

Less-than-truckload carrier Mountain Valley Express has confirmed it is no longer operating. Services officially ended on July 7, 2026, according to an internal company email. The carrier was a regional provider with terminals across three states. This follows a restructuring and approximately 105 layoffs announced in late 2024. Creditors can now file claims through a provided link.

Manteca, California

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ltl-carrier-mountain-valley-express-shutting-down

Great Southern Bank is implementing a multi-state workforce reduction. A WARN notice details 66 positions affected across four states. Missouri accounts for 45 of these job eliminations. This reduction includes closing nine bank locations permanently. Layoffs impact Kansas City metro and Springfield corporate headquarters.

Kansas City, Missouri

https://fox4kc.com/news/great-southern-bank-announces-layoffs-in-kansas-city-metro-in-multi-state-reduction/

Heartfelt sorrow for anyone going thru this.

Central Admixture Pharmacy Services will begin layoffs. These layoffs are scheduled for August. The company is closing its Phoenix facility. This action affects its 503B sterile compounding business. The company is exiting this specific business segment.

Phoenix, Arizona

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/06/30/central-admixture-pharmacy-services-layoff-116.html

https://www.inc.com/amaya-nichole/nike-closing-stores-studios-offices-complete-list-for-2026/91367969

Two companies announced Michigan layoffs in June. Ascend Wellness Holdings planned to lay off 94 workers in Lansing. This followed the closure of its ca--abis facility. The Dako Group also planned to lay off 82 employees in Auburn Hills. These actions affected a total of 176 employees.

https://www.mlive.com/news/2026/07/2-companies-planned-over-170-michigan-layoffs-in-june.html

This posting was on reddit on July 2 in the r/tmobile channel

"My DM gathered all of us for a meeting today at 4 PM and gave us 60 day notice, apparently many stores are getting notice today as well and by next month many more stores are going to get notice, if you are not in a top 100 or experience you are unfortunately next on the chopping block, good luck to all of you in future endeavors."

Ingram Micro Services plans to close its facility in Chandler. This closure will result in 75 job reductions. The company filed a WARN notice about the plant shutdown. This action is part of an effort to optimize operations. It also aims to better serve customers.

Chandler, Arizona

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/07/01/ingram-micro-services-workforce-reduction.html

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists will cease operations. This Vancouver animal hospital is owned by PetVet Care Centers. The facility expects to permanently shut down around September 4. Fifty employees will be impacted by job losses. PetVet Care Centers has not disclosed the reason for this decision.

Vancouver, Washington

https://www.oregonlive.com/clark-county/2026/06/vancouver-emergency-vet-hospital-to-close-eliminate-50-jobs.html

Several packaging manufacturers announced plant shutdowns in June. These closures affected over 480 workers. Ineos Styrolution will close its Illinois manufacturing facility permanently. International Paper is shutting down four plants, impacting 330 employees. Smurfit Westrock will also close its Tennessee folding carton facility.

https://www.harianbasis.co/en/packaging-industry-layoffs-manufacturers-shutdowns

A.O. Smith Corp. is a global manufacturing company. The company will close two facilities. These facilities are located in Central Ohio. This action will result in 92 layoffs. The company is ending its local operations.

Central Ohio

https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2026/07/02/ao-smith-corp-groveport-obetz-closure-layoffs.html

Anyone have updates about Antwerp? I see that it’s been completely shut down since June 29th due to a strike. Not sure which way things are going.

Link here: https://www.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/news/2026/06/exxonmobils-antwerp-refinery-to-stop-output-from-june-29-july-3-due-to-strike/

Alpha Technologies announced upcoming layoffs. The company is closing its operations. This closure is the reason for the job cuts. A total of 75 workers will be affected. These layoffs are expected to begin on August 31, 2026.

https://whatcom-news.com/what-were-reading-alpha-technologies-announces-layoffs-due-to-closure_237193/

Just heard through the grapevine Fiserv is consolidating Data Centers and closing West Des Moines and moving to John’s Creek.

https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/indiana-auto-systems-maker-to-shut-down-terre-haute-plant-cut-207-jobs

Microsoft's Xbox division is preparing for another major round of layoffs. Up to five gaming studios face potential closure or spin-off. Compulsion Games, Double Fine, Ninja Theory, Arkane, and Undead Labs are reportedly at risk. Xbox Game Studios head Craig Duncan is also reportedly stepping down. These changes aim to improve the division's balance sheet amid industry pressures.

https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/articles/xbox-layoffs-coming-five-studios-191942396.html