#georgia

A new report indicates that 11 companies in Georgia are preparing for a significant workforce reduction. These companies are collectively set to implement hundreds of layoffs across the state. In addition to job cuts, several of these businesses are also planning complete closures. This widespread impact highlights a challenging period for the employment landscape within Georgia.
https://www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/state/georgia/article314634697.html

Initial unemployment benefit filings decreased in Georgia last week. The U.S. Department of Labor reported this data on Thursday. New jobless claims fell to 4,470 for the week ending January 31. This was a decrease from 4,637 claims the previous week. Nationally, U.S. unemployment claims increased to 231,000 last week.

https://www.augustachronicle.com/story/news/2026/02/07/unemployment-numbers/88526868007/

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution announced additional layoffs this week. Parent company Cox Enterprises is accelerating its digital transformation strategy. These cuts aim to align resources with evolving reader habits. The move reflects broader challenges facing regional newspapers nationwide. Declining print revenue and shifting consumption patterns force painful restructuring decisions.

https://www.webpronews.com/atlanta-journal-constitution-cuts-staff-again-as-cox-enterprises-accelerates-digital-first-strategy-amid-industry-upheaval/

Robert Bearden Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The trucking carrier submitted its voluntary petition on January 26. Court records show the company listed between 1 and 49 creditors. Assets and liabilities were estimated between $0 and $50,000. Drivers were reportedly instructed to return company trucks.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/georgia-based-carrier-with-128-drivers-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy

Strauss Borrelli PLLC is investigating Aludyne Inc. after reports of a potential mass layoff in Columbus, Georgia. The WARN Act requires advance notice for major layoffs, and as a result, some Aludyne workers may be entitled to 60 days of pay and benefits.

https://straussborrelli.com/2026/02/05/aludyne-georgia-warn-act-investigation/

A large tire manufacturer is ceasing operations. The company's facility in Barnesville will close. Its manufacturing activities are coming to an end. This closure affects a significant tire producer. The Barnesville site will no longer be operational.

https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2026/02/02/continental-tire-closes-barnesville-plant.html

Strauss Borrelli Investigates Home Depot Layoffs

Strauss Borrelli PLLC is investigating Home Depot following recent layoffs. Home Depot announced nearly 800 job cuts in Georgia. The law firm is pursuing a potential class-action lawsuit. This action follows a WARN Act notice filed on January 28. The WARN Act requires employers to give 60 days' notice before mass layoffs.

https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/cobb-county/law-firm-investigating-home-depot-after-800-georgia-layoffs-announced/P2X43JRV5JBSPAI247JQKV6FAA/?outputType=amp

Cobb County, Georgia

Chemours Announces Layoffs; Offerman Plant Stays Open

https://www.theblacksheartimes.com/article/9831,chemours-offerman-mill-to-stay-operational

This news is about layoffs happening in southeast Georgia, USA. Chemours — a chemical company with mining and processing operations in Georgia — announced that it will cut jobs at several of its facilities there while keeping its Offerman plant in Offerman, Georgia operational. The layoffs affect workers at other Chemours sites in the region, including locations in Jesup and Nahunta, Georgia, where dozens of employees will be let go

There were no road issues. But for some reason they closed the schools. I had to take a PTO. It cost our family a vacation day this summer. Georgia is so backward.

Two Georgia companies recently issued WARN notices. A total of 74 employees will be laid off. Railcrew Xpress will cut 55 positions due to a contract cancellation. These Railcrew Xpress layoffs affect multiple cities including Augusta and Savannah. Gainesville Jaycees Vocational Rehabilitation Center will lay off 19 employees.

https://www.augustachronicle.com/story/news/2025/12/30/georgia-companies-laying-off-74-workers-warn-notices-issued-dec-22/87949172007/

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services is cutting 157 positions. These job losses stem from an office relocation to Georgia. A WARN Act notice was filed by the company. Overall, 265 employees were impacted by the facility's closure. The 157 affected individuals chose not to move and face layoffs by August 2026.

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/mercedes-benz-financial-services-to-lay-off-157-farmington-hills-employees/

A logistics company announced plans for layoffs. The workforce reductions are slated to occur in Georgia. This decision comes after the company lost a major contract. The exact number of affected employees was not specified in the headline. No particular city within Georgia was mentioned as the location for these job cuts.

https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2025/12/19/comprehensive-logistics-georgia-layoffs.html

Layoffs will commence the December 19,2025 - January 30,2026

Polish up those resumes lots of new opportunities out there. One thing they can’t do is take away your talent so there loose and another’s win.

List of states impacted
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
New Mexico
Rhode Island
Vermont

Best of luck

Zoysia or Bermuda? We are renting a house in Cu----g, Ga near 400.

WSB-TV
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:55:53 GMT
Atlanta-based Newell Brands has announced a significant workforce reduction, planning to lay off 900 employees. The company will also be closing 20 of its Yankee Candle retail stores. These actions are part of a broader restructuring effort impacting its operational footprint. The consumer goods company, based in Atlanta, Georgia, is making these changes to streamline its operations. This decision will affect a substantial number of employees and alter the retail presence of a well-known brand.

City: Atlanta
State: Georgia

https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/atlanta/atlanta-based-newell-brands-layoff-10-staff-will-close-20-yankee-candle-stores/DNUZCUT6QVANNG2PVA4WEFWWNU/

https://www.ajc.com/business/2025/10/gms-metro-atlanta-tech-center-will-close-costing-350-jobs-heres-why/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Word on the street is Georgia Alabama will be consolidated with the Florida market with Florida leadership running the show. Is there any truth to this? I wonder who got eliminated in Alpharetta or who will get eliminated in the next layoff?

it was just announced this morning that Georgia Innovation Center will be closed at the end of year. Most people will either be terminated or given opportunities to move to other locations.

Hormel Foods lays off 135 workers at Tucker facility

The company's decision to stop bacon production at the plant is the reason for the layoffs, a company spokesperson said.

https://www.atlantanewsfirst.com/2025/08/26/hormel-foods-lays-off-135-workers-tucker-facility/

Atlanta News First
Aug/27/2025 12:24 AM
Location: Tucker, Georgia