The time many in Chippewa County have been dreading is almost here-- Hiawatha Correctional Facility in Kincheloe closes tomorrow, Saturday.

Workers moved the last group of prisoners out yesterday, Thursday.

Warden Jeff Woods says 32 people will be laid off and another 45 will transfer out of the area.

One corrections office who received a lay off notice tells 9&10 News he is not sure what he will do.

Kinross Charter Township Supervisor Larry Palma says it's too soon to tell the impact this closure will have on the community, but he says it will not be good.

He says it will most likely lead to home sales and loss of local business.

Today, a small group of prison staff worked on packing and moving supplies.

9&10's Christina Vecchioni and photojournalist Aaron Smith have more details after spending the day in Chippewa County.