Printing Company to Close Jefferson City (MO) Plant; Loss of About 500 Jobs

A printing company plans to close its Jefferson City (MO) plant, which would lead to the expected loss of about 500 jobs in Missouri's capital city. Employees of RR Donnelley were informed of the plan during a meeting. The plant covers 700,000 square feet and has been operating on weekends and doing overtime work.

A company spokeswoman did not immediately return a call seeking comment Thursday, but news media reports indicate the closing is planned for Oct. 1.

Three Republican lawmakers representing Jefferson City in the Missouri Legislature expressed disappointment and said the company has provided employment and been involved in a