1/16: Layoffs hit Legendary Sadestin in Florida

The sluggish real estate market has forced layoffs at two major hospitality companies on the Emerald Coast.

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Walton County’s largest private employer, has tightened its belt this winter by laying off 51 employees.

1/12 Macys to layoff 271

After disappointing holiday sales, Macy’s Inc. says it will eliminate 271 jobs in the northern Midwest, including about 100 in the Minneapolis area where the northern division is headquartered.

1/8 Avon layoffs to total 2400

Avon stock brushed up after the cosmetics purveyor announced it will wipe out about 2,400 net employees.

1/9 Klaussnere lays off 130

Klaussner Home Furnishings will lay off about 130 people at its factories in Asheboro as a result of the sluggish retail furniture market, according to an announcement from the company.