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193 Byhalia workers laid off from Nike Retail store
https://www.actionnews5.com/2026/04/04/193-byhalia-workers-laid-off-nike-retail-store/
#nike
Greenwood Leflore Hospital has filed for bankruptcy. The hospital also laid off 86 staff members. Several outpatient and wellness clinics have closed. These actions aim to restructure debt and stabilize operations. A potential partnership with the University of Mississippi Medical Center is being explored.
Greenwood, Mississippi
https://tippahnews.com/mississippi-news/bankruptcy-layoffs-put-greenwood-leflore-hospitals-future-in-doubt/
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260427222348/en/RJ-Young-Expands-Strategic-Partnership-with-Xerox-to-Serve-Clients-Across-Tennessee-Mississippi-and-West-Virginia
RJ Young, a leading provider of office technology solutions and managed services, today announced an expansion of its growing partnership with Xerox. Under this expanded agreement, RJ Young will now provide technical services for all Xerox clients, with sales support for SMB clients, across Tennessee, Mississippi, and West Virginia.
Can any tech in these areas comment? Are you employed still, did you even know about this?
Mississippi experienced approximately 500 job reductions during the first quarter of 2026. The Mississippi Department of Employment Security released its quarterly report detailing these cuts. GXO Logistics was responsible for over 200 of these job losses. These specific layoffs occurred in DeSoto County. Greenwood Leflore Hospital also announced potential large-scale layoffs ahead of its expected closure.
DeSoto County, Mississippi
https://mississippitoday.org/2026/04/16/data-centers-layoffs-musk-marketplace/
Greenwood Leflore Hospital issued a formal notice warning employees of potential large-scale layoffs. The hospital is preparing for a possible closure by June 15, complying with federal law. However, discussions continue with a larger health care system regarding a potential takeover. The 35-bed public hospital has faced serious financial challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic. A dispute with the Mississippi Division of Medicaid over outstanding debts has intensified these struggles.
Greenwood, Mississippi
https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/greenwood-leflore-hospital-warns-workers-mass-layoffs-ahead-expected-closure
United Furniture Industries (UFI) terminated nearly 2,700 employees without warning. Workers received late-night text messages informing them of immediate job loss. The company cited "unforeseen business circumstances" for the decision. Layoffs were permanent, and benefits were cut without COBRA continuation. A federal lawsuit alleges a WARN Act violation.
Mississippi
https://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/mississippi-furniture-maker-fires-thousands-of-employees-via-text-just-days-before-thanksgiving/
Nineteen employees of Okolona Separate School District face layoffs. The state education department assumed control of the district. Alleged financial mismanagement prompted this takeover. The layoffs are part of a reduction plan. This action aims to ensure district financial solvency.
Okolona, Miss.
https://www.wtva.com/news/19-okolona-school-district-employees-laid-off-after-state-takeover/article_7c120981-c9dd-44a4-bf52-699a76f3a469.html
The Mississippi Department of Health recently terminated approximately 30 employees. These layoffs included about 20 program leaders in preventive health and health disparities. Directors for chronic disease, cancer, and tobacco control programs were among those affected. Federal funding reductions and a desire for improved outcomes prompted the staff cuts. The agency expects to save around $20 million through these changes and contract terminations.
Mississippi
https://mississippitoday.org/2025/10/21/health-department-layoffs-gutted-preventive-health-leadership/
The Mississippi Department of Employment Security released its first quarterly report for 2026. This report detailed three significant layoffs in North Mississippi. It outlines Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notices. Mississippi reports these notices quarterly, unlike Tennessee. The state does not require immediate public disclosure of pending WARN filings.
https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/money/business/2026/04/07/layoffs-in-desoto-and-marshall-county-mississippi/89483461007/
The Mississippi Department of Employment Security revealed job cuts. This announcement was made on Friday. These job losses coincide with other layoffs. Hundreds of additional layoffs occurred. These additional layoffs affected two Memphis sites.
https://www.bizjournals.com/memphis/news/2026/04/03/nike-layoffs-byhalia-mississippi-center.html
Amplify Cell Technologies will reduce its workforce. The battery manufacturer filed a WARN notice. This notice went to the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. The layoffs will affect seventy-three employees. These job reductions will begin on May 30.
Byhalia, Mississippi
https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/money/business/2026/04/03/amplify-cell-technologies-layoffs-in-marshall-county-mississippi-jobs/89454523007/
Nike is laying off 775 employees. These cuts primarily affect U.S. distribution centers in Tennessee and Mississippi. The company aims to accelerate automation and improve its bottom line. This follows 1,000 corporate job cuts announced last summer. The layoffs are part of a strategy to streamline operations.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/26/nike-to-lay-off-775-employees-at-us-distribution-centers.html
Layoff notices are being issued to Cadence Bank staff. The job reductions stem from Huntington Bank's recent acquisition. Huntington Bank described the cuts as part of a merger integration. Huntington pledged to maintain operations in Tupelo, Mississippi. More job reductions are anticipated, though Huntington aims to restore positions by 2028.
https://www.djournal.com/news/business/cadence-bank-layoffs-begin-company-maintains-it-is-committed-to-tupelo/article_05b780fe-6373-4bb7-a31e-c9da3b8be5f3.html
Belk is opening ANOTHER outlet in an old big lots store in Jackson Mississippi.