Visionworks laying off eight employees in Joplin

Visionworks is laying off eight workers in Joplin and 14 in Springfield due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a WARN Act notice sent Thursday to the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development.

The layoffs are among 94 at Visionworks facilities across the state, according to the letter.







"Due to unforeseen business circumstances, Visionworks and affiliated entities closed its retail stores on March 21, 2020, and reopened a limited number between April 6 and April 20. Additionally, Visionworks has significantly reduced its manufacturing operations due to the reduced demand and state and local orders.

"As a result, it has effectuated a furlough and layoff of part of its workforce."

Visionworks is located at 101 Range Line in Joplin and 2825 S. Glenstone in Springfield.