PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland's beloved Powell's Books faced its third round of layoffs in September, according to a spokesperson for the company.

Powell's Chief Marketing Officer Jeremy Solly confirmed to KOIN 6 News that the company conducted layoffs in July, August and September, impacting a total of 18 positions.

The positions weren't limited to store employees, either. Solly said the majority of the cuts were to management and business services positions across departments.

As first reported by the Portland Business Journal, an email sent to employees by Powell's Books President Emily Powell cited industry challenges and lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Solly said those who want to help should choose to spend their money at smaller businesses like Powell's.

"Choose

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