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NC WARN Act Notices 2026 — North Carolina Layoffs & Plant Closings

Track layoffs and plant closings across North Carolina. Free searchable database of 96+ WARN Act filings updated with the latest from NC Commerce.

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96
Total Notices
0
Last 30 Days
0
Workers (90 days)
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Active Counties

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Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Durham CountyDurhamPharmaceuticals
147
affected
Notice Filed: February 24, 2026
Effective: May 1, 2026

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Durham CountyDurhamPharmaceuticals
7
affected
Notice Filed: February 24, 2026
Effective: May 1, 2026

Corning Incorporated

Edgecombe CountyTarboroManufacturing
123
affected
Notice Filed: February 19, 2026
Effective: April 19, 2026

Focus Services, LLC

Pitt CountyGreenvilleServices
94
affected
Notice Filed: February 16, 2026
Effective: April 30, 2026

Lowe's Companies, Inc.

Iredell CountyMooresvilleRetail - Home Improvement
178
affected
Notice Filed: February 13, 2026
Effective: May 1, 2026

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Mecklenburg County
27 notices
Wake County
20 notices
Durham County
10 notices
Forsyth County
7 notices
Guilford County
4 notices
Pitt County
3 notices
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What is a WARN Notice?

Learn about the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act and your rights as an employee.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NC WARN Notices

What is a WARN notice in North Carolina?
A WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) notice is a filing required by federal law when employers with 100+ employees plan a plant closing or mass layoff affecting 50 or more workers. In North Carolina, these notices are filed with the NC Department of Commerce at least 60 days before the layoff date.
How many WARN notices have been filed in NC in 2026?
As of March 2026, 96 WARN notices have been tracked across North Carolina, with 0 filed in the last 30 days affecting 0 workers.
Where can I find NC WARN Act layoff notices?
NCWarn.com provides a free, searchable database of all WARN Act notices filed in North Carolina. You can search by company name, county, or date. Official notices are also available from the NC Department of Commerce.
What should I do if my employer filed a WARN notice?
If your employer has filed a WARN notice, you should: (1) File for unemployment benefits at des.nc.gov within the first week, (2) Update your resume and LinkedIn profile, (3) Check NCWarn.com for details about the notice, and (4) Explore retraining programs through NCWorks Career Centers.
Which NC counties have the most WARN notices?
Mecklenburg County (Charlotte area) and Wake County (Raleigh area) typically have the most WARN notices due to their large populations and corporate presence. You can browse notices by county on NCWarn.com.

Disclaimer

NCWarn.com is an independent website that aggregates and summarizes publicly available WARN Act (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) filings. This site is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any government agency.

Data is sourced from the North Carolina Department of Commerce. While we strive for accuracy, information may be delayed or contain errors. Please verify any information directly with official sources.