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Mullican Flooring Plant in Ronceverte Announces Layoffs and Closure

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

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Mullican Flooring announced plans to shut down its plant in Ronceverte, which is located in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. The plant, operated by Bailey Lumber Company, has received a 60-day WARN notice regarding layoffs. The company cited low demand for high-end hardwood flooring, high inventory, and expensive operations, including property taxes, water usage, and flood insurance premiums, as reasons for the closure. About 70 employees are expected to lose their jobs around Thanksgiving.

From wvmetronews.com

Why it matters

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The closure impacts the local economy of Ronceverte and Greenbrier County. The plant is a major employer in the area, and its closure means the loss of a significant portion of the local tax base and employment market.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • Greenbrier CountySpeculative

    The county could experience a reduction in tax revenue and local employment.

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The entities involved

  • Ronceverte

    human settlement in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States of America

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  • Greenbrier County

    county in West Virginia, United States

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