Designer Brands Inc., is the parent company of DSW. Thet recently conducted a new round of layoffs. These job cuts impacted employees across various operations and brands in late January. A company spokeswoman stated these actions simplify the... — read more
Ohio Sees Drop in Weekly Jobless Filings
Initial unemployment benefit filings in Ohio decreased last week. The U.S. Department of Labor reported this decline on Thursday. New jobless claims in Ohio fell to 6,773 for the week ending January 24. This was down from 6,847 claims the previous... — read more
Zonda Forecasts 2026 Housing Strength via Jobs
Employment strength is a key factor for the 2026 housing market. Zonda identified top employment markets to watch for 2026. These markets show strong employment growth and capital investment. Charleston, Columbus, and Raleigh are among the top... — read more
MEP Funding Suspension = Ohio Layoffs
Cleveland, Ohio, January 2026: MAGNET Reduces Staff Amid Ohio MEP Funding Suspension The Trump administration froze millions in funding for Ohio manufacturing support programs last month. Cleveland's MAGNET eliminated 37 positions due to a... — read more
Toledo Public Schools Cuts
TPS Implements Layoffs to Address Budget Deficit Toledo Public Schools has begun laying off employees. This action addresses a projected budget deficit. Thirty-two staff members, including nurses and social workers, were initially affected. The... — read more
Millions frozen to fund Ohio manufacturing support programs
After the administration suddenly froze millions in manufacturing support funding last month, Ohio groups entered the new year grappling with layoffs and uncertainty, despite efforts by lawmakers and businesses to restore the... — read more
At least, no layoffs at MMWB
MMWB Inc. Helps Firms Prevent Layoffs Via System Fixes MMWB Inc. helps companies prevent layoffs by fixing operational systems. This approach eliminates waste that drains productivity and morale. Founder Ben Klaiber notes employees spend 25% of time... — read more
Athens County JFS Reduces Workforce
Athens County Job and Family Services will eliminate five positions. This action addresses cashflow challenges and state debt. Three of the layoffs impact the Child Support Enforcement Agency. An agency administrator expressed concerns to county... — read more
Oh, well.
Columbus Leaders Endorse COSI Despite Recent Layoffs Columbus elected leaders reaffirmed support for COSI's leadership. This follows the museum's recent layoffs of about 15% of its staff. City Councilmember Nick Bankston and the Mayor's office... — read more
New Horizons Baking Company will close its Toledo facility on March 17th
The company announced in a Jan. 16 WARN filing that it is closing its New York Avenue facility in Ohio, describing the move as part of a long-term strategy to streamline operations and support... — read more
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Braces for More Than 50 Layoffs
Several dozen employees at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are expected to be laid off, according to a WARN notice. Sumaria Systems, LLC submitted the notice to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, stating that 57 workers at Wright-Patt... — read more
The Richmond Heights facility will be closed by PK Management.
Starting February 1, 67 workers will be laid off, including top executives like the president and CFO. Cuts will impact multiple departments, especially compliance, where 11 roles are being eliminated. According to the company, the layoffs are... — read more
GM is cutting 1,700 jobs amid slowing EV demand
General Motors is laying off about 1,700 workers across manufacturing sites in Michigan and Ohio, as the auto giant adjusts to slowing demand for electric... — read more
Layoffs at Buckeye Ranch - Columbus OH
Buckeye Ranch plans to lay off 66 employees by December 1 after Franklin County Children Services chose not to renew its contract with the Permanent Family Solutions Network, which ends December 31. FCCS described the move as a strategic shift to... — read more
Franklin Co Layoffs 2025
Title: 60 plus Buckeye Ranch employees face layoffs after contract with Franklin Co. not renewed Source: WSYX Description: Buckeye Ranch says a county contract lapse will eliminate more than 60 positions. Time: 10/10/25 11:49 AM URL:... — read more
Augusta Sportswear / Momentec Brands
Augusta Sportswear, also called Momentec Brands, will close its Sidney distribution center. Closure date is January 30, 2026. 58 workers will lose their jobs. All layoffs happen at once. Reason is consolidation to a new North Carolina... — read more
Sirna and Sons Produce Layoffs
Sirna and Sons Produce will close its distribution center in December. About 45 employees will lose their jobs. The plant is on US-20. The announcement came Friday. Layoffs begin December 2. The company will move to a smaller cross-dock facility.
HQ move results in staff layoffs for PSA Airlines
HQ move results in staff layoffs for US's PSA Airlines https://www.ch-aviation.com/news/158034-hq-move-results-in-staff-layoffs-for-uss-psa-airlines PSA Airlines is reducing staff as part of its headquarters relocation, though specific details have... — read more
Ohio Eagle Distributing to Cut 178 Jobs After Business Sale
Ohio Eagle Distributing LLC West Chester and Lima, Ohio Ohio Eagle is selling its assets and closing facilities in West Chester and Lima. This is impacting 178 jobs. WARN notices filed with state authorities confirm 124 layoffs in West... — read more
Ohio Layoffs Summer 2025 - Pixelle, Kohl's, Morgan Truck Body, Stingray Pressure Pumping
Pixelle Specialty Solutions [Chillicothe, OH] - Paper products company undergoing internal reorganization - Aug. 10 - 780 layoffs Kohl’s [Middletown, OH] - Retail chain closing its e-commerce fulfillment site - Sept. 12 - 768 layoffs Morgan... — read more
Ohio report june 2025
Unemployment and Layoff Trends in Ohio: Ohio’s unemployment rate reached 4.90 percent in April 2025, up from 4.80 percent in March and 4.20 percent a year earlier. This rate is above the national average of 4.2 percent. Job cuts rose sharply... — read more
Five companies laid off employees in Ohio in June
Nordic Consulting Group - 61 Bath & Body Works Logistics Services - 85 Xellia Pharmaceuticals USA LLC - 214 Charter Communications - 175 IAC Wauseon - 43
Ohio Economy Doing Good
No issues right now, layoffs have never been lower