LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Gov. Jim Pillen announced on Saturday a collaboration between multiple agencies and community organizations to assist Lexington families impacted by the upcoming closure of Tyson’s meat processing facility.

“The whole state is behind the community of Lexington as they face this tough transition,” said Gov. Pillen. “Our state agencies are working together to provide the support this community deserves.”

The state departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Economic Development, and Agriculture are partnering with each other and with local Lexington organizations to connect Tyson’s workers and their families with various assistance programs and support.

“This holiday season will look different for these families, but we know that Nebraskans show up for each oth

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