Major layoffs announced in western Kentucky coal mines
Beginning February 18, Armstrong Coal in Madisonville anticipates laying off all employees at all facilities in Kentucky. That is 427 employees in all.
Also, on February 14, Thoroughfare Mining will be permanently laying off all 99 employees at the Survant Mine in Central City, Kentucky.
Between the two companies, 526 employees will be permanently laid off.
Hey coal miners, are we winning yet?
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