Hood Industries closing Wiggins plywood mill after Tropical Storm Arthur damage

Hood Industries closing Wiggins plywood mill after Tropical Storm Arthur damage

WIGGINS, Miss. (WLBT) – Hood Industries is permanently closing its plywood mill in Wiggins following damage sustained during the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur. Hood Industries President Jay Galloway reportedly told employees that restoring the facility would not be economically feasible, citing both the storm damage and the age of the plant. The closure will affect approximately 260 employees. Hood Industries officials are expected to meet w…

Hood Industries to close Wiggins mill after storm damage - WXXV News 25

WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- A Stone County plywood mill is set to close its doors, which will cause nearly 260 people to lose their jobs. Hood Industries leaders say the decision comes after extensive damage from the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur, combined with the age of the 56-year-old facility, made repairs too costly to justify. The mill is Hood’s largest plywood operation and it is expected to stop manufacturing by the end of August after it…

Hood Industries announces closure of Mississippi plywood plant, effecting 260 workers

Hood Industries announces closure of Mississippi plywood plant, effecting 260 workers July 8, 2026 | 11:36 am CDT Woodworking Industry News Hood Industries announces closure of Mississippi plywood plant, effecting 260 workers By Dakota Smith July 8, 2026 | 11:36 am CDT Print Over the next few days, Hood officials will meet individually with employees to discuss the transition and share information about employment opportunities at other Hoo…