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(Richmond, VA) -- A major plywood plant in Virginia is closing its doors. Rocio Rivera has more on the economic impact for the state.

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Georgia-Pacific will permantely close its plant in Emporia on July 1st. The company released a statement Friday saying housing affordability challenges and a 30-year low on existing home sales have impacted their business. Georgia-Pacific makes plywood products used by contractors for home repair and remodeling. The plant is one of four in Virginia and will result in more than 550 jobs being lost. The company says it will give all affected employees 60 days' pay with benefits. I'm RR>  
 
 
 
 
 
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Rocio Rivera


Posted: 05/05/2025 14:31:06 ET ATL

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