Halliburton Company management began layoffs for 130 employees at the Duncan Manufacturing Center. The layoff process was expected to continue and an exclusive release from Halliburton to The Banner Sunday confirmed the downsizing. Duncan Halliburton employs 2,600 people, with about 1,200 of those in manufacturing.

All positions affected were manufacturing and support. The layoffs were not considered a total surprise as management met with the employees in December 2012 and the rumors have been circulating since then.