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Story summary
- Tyson Foods, Inc. will close its Lexington, Nebraska beef plant in early 2026, costing 3,200 jobs in a town of 10,000 residents.
- The closure stems from dwindling cattle numbers and falling profits, affecting ranchers with fewer buyers and lower prices.
- Community members reliant on Tyson for jobs and health insurance brace for impacts.
- Local organizations are stepping up to support affected families amid fear.
- The closure ripples through the town.
