Kroger to lay off 1K workers, including Fred Meyer employees

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Kroger is laying off nearly 1,000 corporate workers, including some local Fred Meyer employees.

In a statement, the company said the layoffs will not impact stores, distribution centers or manufacturing facilities, but are instead part of simplifying the organization.

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