As International Paper Mills Shutter, Coastal Georgia Families Pay The Price

Friday, September 26th, 2025

By the end of September, about 1,100 workers in Savannah and Riceboro will lose their jobs when International Paper closes two historic mills.

For nearly a century, the Savannah mill has anchored local families, small businesses, timber growers and loggers, and their closures will send shock waves through every corner of our region.

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As International Paper Mills Shutter, Coastal Georgia Families Pay The Price

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