https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-stone-brewing-employees-in-escondido-laid-off-as-new-owner-moves-productionContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-stone-brewing-employees-in-escondido-laid-off-as-new-owner-moves-productionhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-stone-brewing-employees-in-escondido-laid-off-as-new-owner-moves-production#u46978Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:57:41 +0000Stone Brewing has laid off over 200 employees as it shuts down its longtime California headquarters and moves production out of San Diego County. The layoffs affect former employees in Escondido. The new owner, Sapporo, is initiating the exit from Escondido.Why it mattersThe layoffs and production move are part of a significant change for Stone Brewing, which has been a major player in the San Diego County beer scene. The company's decision to exit the area will likely have economic and cultural impacts on the region. Stone Brewing has been based in Escondido for many years.What is confir