The iconic Alabama plant ends nearly five decades of iron casting: 200 jobs lost

Workers at Grede’s Brewton, Alabama iron-casting plant pour molten metal shortly before the facility’s planned closure and 200 layoffs

A pivotal closure set to impact Brewton’s economy and hundreds of employees. A manufacturing facility that has operated in Brewton, Alabama, since 1976 will shut down its production lines in the coming months, affecting approximately 200 staff members. The plant, owned by Grede LLC, confirmed that the decision was prompted by an inability to regain … Read more

Goodbye to this staple of shopping malls across the country: JCPenney stores are preparing to close in the United States by May 25

Front entrance of a JCPenney store inside a shopping mall ahead of announced U.S. closures by May 2025

The century-old retailer continues to shrink as it struggles to adapt to the post-pandemic retail landscape. They survived bankruptcy in 2020. They tried to bounce back with new strategies. But now, JCPenney is preparing to shutter seven more stores across the country, marking another setback in its long battle to stay relevant in an increasingly … Read more

Bad news for Bank of America customers: closures have been officially announced in these US cities

Customer using a Bank of America ATM outside a branch, symbolizing reliance on in-person banking as nationwide closures loom

Concerns are growing nationwide as Bank of America confirms the shutdown of numerous local branches across the country. Many consumers who rely on in-person services are worried, especially since this move follows a broader trend toward online and mobile banking. In fact, several major American banks have already reduced their physical locations this year. Recent … Read more

A major trucking company closes its doors: no bankruptcy filing or buy

Freight trucks on sunlit highway illustrate major trucking company closing its doors with no bankruptcy amid industry downturn

A sudden closure sparks questions about the freight sector’s future and financial stability Davis Express Inc., a long-standing trucking firm based in Starke, Florida, has decided to cease operations after 44 years in business. The company will make its final deliveries by April 23 and return all trucks by April 30. Its leadership insists that, … Read more

Farewell to a Texas icon: This store is shaking up the retail sector with its decision to close 50 stores in the US

Fossil flagship store sign in Texas set against a clear sky, foreshadowing the brand’s closure of 50 U.S. locations

In a move that has caught the fashion world’s attention, Fossil—headquartered in Richardson, Texas—is preparing to say goodbye to a significant part of its physical presence. For many shoppers, strolling into a Fossil store has long been a familiar routine. Now, that routine will be disrupted. The company has confirmed plans to close 50 locations … Read more

Joann faces nationwide closure: Craft giant shuts down all stores leaving 19,000 jobs in jeopardy

Exterior of a Joann store displaying closure signage, with a customer entering.

An unexpected move that shakes the crafting world and challenges local economies. One of the nation’s most recognized arts and crafts retailers, Joann, is shutting down all its stores after a failed restructuring deal. A liquidator’s successful bid forced the company into a full-scale liquidation, leaving 19,000 employees—and countless dedicated customers—wondering what comes next. Joann’s … Read more