Backroom lead here. Was laid off this afternoon. I was given one week severance (35 hours pay) due to being in the position just over a year. AFAIK I was the only one laid off today at my location (I don't know of any other position that would be eliminated, since it's just me, the hardlines zone supervisor and the store manager, and bare minimum staffing in hardlines, softlines, office and backroom).
Sat down with the store manager this afternoon. Before I even sat down I told her that my position was being eliminated. She asked how I knew, I told her that word gets around and I knew this was coming for months. I handed her my keys, my discount card, said adios and walked out of the store.
I was actually in a good mood today, despite being laid off. I'm not surprised at all, in fact I'd be surprised if I still didnt get cut since I've been following this site for the last month or two (the softlines zone supervisor told me about it before she left). I'm glad Sears and their ridiculous BS is all behind me. Funny thing is that I was going to put my notice in on February 2nd, so it is perfect timing.
Off to greener pastures. Peace out!