North Alabama Sawmill Announces Closure
In north Alabama, Southern Parallel Forest Products Corp. announced plans to shut down its Albertville location, affecting approximately 62 employees. The closure is expected to take effect in April 2026. The company submitted a notice under the Work Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, which requires employers to alert officials ahead of significant layoffs or plant closures. The filing lists the action as a permanent closure rather than a temporary layoff. Local officials have not yet released details on the reason for the shutdown.
Latest News
Nearly 100 Texas Firefighters Heading To California To Help With Wildfires
A large group of firefighters from 20 different Texas counties are heading to California to help battle the wildfires. ABC7 reported that around 98 firefighters are being deployed from 29 different fire departments around the state in an activation of the Texas...
Smokey Bear Celebrates Birthday At North Carolina’s Cradle Of Forestry
“Only you can prevent forest fires.” It’s a message that’s continued and persevered for more than 70 years, and the message, along with its voice, was celebrated Saturday at the Cradle of Forestry National Park. Smokey Bear, the beloved fire-prevention bear, was given...
Have A Question?
Send Us A Message