#closure

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

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."

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

The University of Vermont Health system announced system-wide layoffs and service closures. 142 roles were eliminated, including 30 at Alice Hyde Medical Center and Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital. UVMH also intends to close the Adirondack Blood Donor Center on July 10. New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) nurses are protesting these decisions. They demand UVMH save local healthcare services and negotiate a fair contract.

Plattsburgh, New York

https://suncommunitynews.com/news/126391/nysna-nurses-to-speak-out-today-about-blood-center-closure-and-contracts/

Candid is experimenting with a new AI-based tool. This tool tracks nonprofit closures and layoffs in real time. The system reviews approximately 100 social-sector news articles daily. Early findings indicate closures outnumber layoffs roughly seven to one. Non-federal funding cuts are the most cited reason for distress.

https://candid.org/blogs/nonprofit-closures-layoffs-early-warning/

International Paper announced plans to close four facilities in the United States. These closures will affect 330 employees across four states. The company will shut down plants in Illinois, California, and New Jersey. It will also cease preprint operations at a Kentucky facility. These actions are part of a strategic effort to optimize its North American network.

https://www.packagingdive.com/news/international-paper-four-closures-layoffs-2026-fiber-production/823945/

HC&D is a concrete contractor. The company is based in Hawaii. It plans to close its Maui quarry. This closure will happen this summer. Dozens of layoffs could result from this action.

Maui, Hawaii

https://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/news/2026/06/25/hcd-closes-maui-quarry.html

W South Beach & Residences will end its Marriott affiliation. The property will close for renovations on August 20. This transition will result in 337 permanent employee terminations. The layoffs are effective August 19. Reuben Brothers acquired the hotel in 2024 and plans significant upgrades.

Miami Beach, Florida

https://www.hoteldive.com/news/w-south-beach-miami-closure-layoffs-renovation/823752/

With this most recent layoff, I heard that it hit the employees in the various labs and made a change to our plans for Test Lab networks in Redmond, San Ramon, and Middletown. Are they moving up the date for the transition to Dallas? AVP and Directors were affected.

Arthur Street Hotel, a transitional shelter, will close. The closure is due to inadequate city funding. Layoffs for staff will begin on June 30. The shelter will cease operations at the end of July. Founder Donny Greene stated a housing plan exists for current residents.

Louisville

https://www.courier-journal.com/story/News/local/louisville/2026/06/26/arthur-street-hotel-closing-due-to-funding/90716409007/

Michelin announced the closure of its BFGoodrich tire plant. The Tuscaloosa facility will close in 2028. This decision affects approximately 1,200 jobs. Layoffs are scheduled to begin in the first half of 2027. No employees will be laid off during 2026.

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/news/local/2026/06/26/bfgoodrich-layoffs-tuscaloosa-wont-start-until-2027-chamber-says/90714148007/

Just heard the Bellevue and Portland offices are being closed at the end of July? Any other offices affected or just those two?

Two businesses in Frederick announced recent layoffs and a facility closure. Trulite Glass & Aluminum Services will close its Ijamsville facility. This closure affects 21 employees due to financial hardships. U.S. Bank also plans to eliminate positions at its Frederick location. Approximately 36 employees will be impacted starting in July.

Frederick, MD

https://www.fredericknewspost.com/news/economy_and_business/employment/two-frederick-businesses-announce-layoffs-facility-closure/article_c423abe9-430f-501f-9cb3-270a0bbcea3e.html

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake in May caused substantial damage. The Royal Kona Coffee Company Center closed indefinitely due to this damage. Four employees were laid off from the Captain Cook location. The business continues to operate, but its in-person visitor center is closed. Resumption of visitor center operations remains uncertain.

Captain Cook, Hawaii

https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/06/26/royal-kona-coffee-center-closed-employee-layoffs/

Americold Logistics LLC is shutting down an Atlanta site. This marks a second facility closure for the company. An earlier Atlanta warehouse closure was announced for July. Employee layoffs are now beginning. Further information about the impact is not available.

Atlanta

https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2026/06/25/americold-cold-storage-firm-close-facility-layoffs.html

The BF Goodrich tire factory in Tuscaloosa will close. This closure will affect approximately 1,200 employees. Michelin North America announced the decision. Increased competition and consolidation needs are cited as reasons. The plant operates below capacity, creating structural inefficiencies.

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

https://www.al.com/business/2026/06/tuscaloosas-bf-goodrich-tire-factory-closing-1200-employees-to-lose-jobs-over-2-years.html

So far a very calm day with no notifications that I know of. I'm taking it as a sign it's finally over.

Apple closed its first unionized US retail store. This store was located in Towson, Maryland. More than half of its 70 unionized employees face layoffs. The union alleges company retaliation, which Apple denies. Apple cited declining mall conditions as the reason for closure.

Towson, Maryland

https://www.peoplematters.in/news/strategic-hr/more-than-half-of-workers-face-layoffs-as-apple-closes-first-unionised-us-store-50514

Campbell's is closing its snack plant. The facility is located in Jeffersonville. This closure will result in layoffs. More than 100 employees are expected to be affected. These job losses are part of the plant's shutdown.

https://www.whas11.com/video/news/local/layoffs-coming-at-campbells-snack-plant-in-jeffersonville/417-102bfea5-05a9-44f9-a653-3d29c8959401

A state filing confirms job reductions at Beneteau. The company will affect 239 workers. Its Cadillac, Michigan, facility will close. Layoffs are scheduled to begin in August. Market downturn and Middle East conflict are cited as reasons.

Cadillac, Michigan

https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/filing-confirms-beneteau-layoffs/

Anyone here anything about retail stores/closures or are they safe this time.

Vine Hospitality, a Bay Area restaurant group, is closing all its eateries. This sudden shutdown affects seven locations across the region. Brands like LB Steak and Left Bank Brasserie are ceasing operations. The closures result in 365 employees losing their jobs. Rising food costs and failed financing contributed to the company's collapse.

San Jose, California

https://nypost.com/2026/06/23/us-news/bay-area-vine-closing-all-locations-including-two-lb-steak-restaurants/?utm_campaign=nypost&utm_medium=referral

Hard Rock Cafe announced a permanent closure. This closure affects its Pigeon Forge location. The facility is located in East Tennessee. The closing date is set for August 23. A total of 61 workers will be impacted.

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

https://fox17.com/news/local/gallery/tennessee-warn-notices-june-2026-job-cuts-layoffs-closures-pilgrims-pride-jbs-kellogg-yescare-hard-rock-cafe-smurfit-westrock-caci?photo=2

Temple Mall received a city-mandated temporary closure. This action followed the mall owner's failure to fix fire code violations. Many workers across mall businesses face job loss. Dillard's remains open, having separate safety systems. The owner, Kohan Retail Investment Group, has a history of property neglect.

Temple, Texas

https://kdhnews.com/news/region/temple-issues-temporary-mall-shutdown-notice-more-than-100-layoffs-expected/article_02b6bf6b-8c70-59f7-8770-f89e931fba44.html

Got an email that a parking deck is closed all day due to an incident as well as entrances by that deck. Anyone know what the incident was?

The Fort Smith Board of Directors will discuss a letter. This letter asks the Arkansas General Assembly for a new requirement. Hospitals would need to provide written notice before ending major services. This discussion follows Baptist Health-Fort Smith's recent department closures. These closures included labor and delivery, oncology, and other services.

Fort Smith, Arkansas

https://www.rivervalleydemocratgazette.com/news/2026/jun/22/legislators-expected-at-fort-smith-board-of/

Senior Resource Connection will begin mass layoffs on June 30. The nonprofit plans to close its operations. Services are transitioning to local partnering agencies. Reduced federal funding and inflation caused financial difficulties. Approximately 160 employees will be impacted.

Dayton, Ohio

https://www.daytondailynews.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e39802e9-68ba-58e2-a005-b3395fa21d37

https://commonwealthbeacon.org/economy/coca-colas-northampton-plant-closing-will-trigger-175-layoffs/

Norsk Hydro ASA will close two aluminum extrusion facilities in the United States. These plants are located in City of Industry, California, and Delhi, Louisiana. Operations in California will conclude by early next year, with Delhi following by mid-2027. The company cites low capacity utilization and significant capital investment needs for the closures. Approximately 350 employees will be affected by these decisions.

City of Industry, California; Delhi, Louisiana

https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/hydro-aluminum-extrusions-recycling-plant-closures-california-louisiana-2027/

Schwebel Baking Co. plans to close its last two bakeries. These facilities are located in Youngstown and Hebron. The company expects to shutter them by Labor Day. Schwebel's has shut down various facilities over ten years. This continues a trend of facility closures for the company.

https://www.bizjournals.com/cleveland/news/2026/06/18/schwebel-baking-company-layoffs-liquidation.html

The call center building we work in will be closing. We've received hints could be the end of the 4th Quarter, 2026, OR the end of the 1st Quarter, 2027. (Basically in the next 6-9 months. We get the impression from events unfolding, it could be the Tuesday after payday on July 7th?! We find it interesting that the call center will have no electricity or air conditioning July 7, 8, 9 due to the Generator going into a "downtime". It could be merely a coincidence, however researching on the web indicates taking down a generator for a building that's slated to close, could be a sign of events unfolding sooner than later.

Don't they usually close some stores around this time of the year? Any guesses which locations will be hit?