Paige Douglas+FollowWallula faces big job cuts at paper millWallula’s paper mill is set to lose 200 more jobs in 2026 as one of its last two paper machines shuts down. This isn’t just another business headline—it’s a major blow for local families and the community, especially after hundreds of jobs were lost when the first machine closed. Rising costs for wood and power in Washington are making it tough for manufacturers to keep operating here. With only one machine left, what does the future hold for Wallula’s workforce? How do you think these changes will impact our town and local economy? #Business #Wallula #JobLoss00Share
derek12+FollowWallula faces major job cuts at paper millWallula’s iconic paper mill is about to see its workforce slashed again—about 200 jobs will be lost when one of its last two paper machines shuts down in early 2026. For a plant that once employed 600 people, this is a huge blow to families and the local economy. Rising costs for wood and power are making it tough for manufacturers to keep jobs in Washington, with companies shifting production elsewhere. How do you think these changes will affect our community, and what should be done to support workers facing layoffs? #Business #Wallula #JobLoss00Share