Report: Russell Athletic to Close Columbus Distribution Center

Russell Athletic plans to close a distribution center in Columbus, OH, laying off 112 people. According to the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer, the Georgia Department of Labor has been notified of the closure, which is effective Nov. 9.

The Labor Department will use a “rapid response team” to assist the
displaced employees, Sam Hall, the agency’s communications director,
said Wednesday.

Report: Russell Athletic to Close Columbus Distribution Center

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