Kentucky Layoffs — January 2026, Week 3
Employers in Kentucky reported 1 WARN Act notices in January 2026, Week 3, displacing an estimated 33 workers. The average filing covered 33 workers, with 1 closure among the notices.
1
Notices Filed
33
Workers Affected
33
Avg per Notice
1
Closures
Labor Market Snapshot — Kentucky (DOL/BLS)
4.5%
Unemployment
(December 2025)
5,046
Initial Claims
(2026-03-07 wk)
0.71%
Insured Unemp. Rate
(2026-03-07 wk)
Industry Breakdown
| Industry | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Services | 1 | 33 |
The Professional Services sector topped the list of affected industries with 33 workers across 1 notice.
Largest Layoffs
| Company | City | Workers | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass | Richmond | 33 | Closure |
The most significant filing came from Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass at its Richmond facility, reporting 33 affected workers.
This report covers WARN Act filings in Kentucky for Week 3 of January 2026. View the national Week 3 report or view the full January report for Kentucky.