# @nbcwashington on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2026-09-15T23:33:10.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** NBC4 Washington (@nbcwashington) — https://gondola.cc/nbcwashington

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Dozens of workers at the Pepsi plant in Prince George's County were notified Monday that they no longer have jobs after a major layoff by the company.⁠
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The plant in Cheverly is a local landmark, with its iconic sign on the side of the building. It's been in operation for more than 60 years.⁠
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But nearly 70% of the workers that have worked there for decades are losing their jobs, Pepsi Co. announced: 98 of the 143 employees at the plant were laid off.⁠
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Pepsi says it's shutting down manufacturing and warehouse operations at the Cheverly location, including transportation and fleet.⁠
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At-large Prince George's County Councilmember Jolene Ivey, who lives in Cheverly, said it's a big loss.⁠
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"It's hard for the people who are losing their jobs, 100% that is the most important thing," she said. "And then for those of us who've just grown up with the Pepsi plant there, it just seems... I don't know, it's just hard. You hate to think that something like that is going away. It's just been a part of our fabric."⁠
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The company said in a statement the decision wasn't made lightly, and that the company is adjusting to changes in consumer demand, technology, and its operating network.⁠
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"Our sales and delivery teams will continue operating in the area, and we are focused on supporting impacted employees through this transition with care and respect, including pay and benefits continuation through November 13, along with transition resources and support," Pepsi's statement says in part.⁠
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The Town of Cheverly notified residents through a post on social media that says, in part: "These workers are part of our community, and we recognize the uncertainty and hardship that a workforce reduction can create. We are committed to doing what we can to connect affected workers with available resources."⁠
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