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Legislative notebook: Economic development bill passes
By Don Davis Minnesota legislators voted to increase funding designed to produce jobs. The House voted 73-59 for the jobs and economic development bill that for the next two years provides $100 milli...
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The Irony of Apple
Steve Jobs was a self-starting, free-thinking entrepreneur. Yet whenever a new Apple product is released, we see that part of his legacy is a population of those who chase trends and hold a brand in s...
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State adds 5,800 jobs in August but unemployment remains at 7.2 percent
Minnesota added 28,400 jobs in August, largely related to laid-off state employees returning to work after the three-week government shutdown ended, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).By Staff Report , September 15, 2011
Key to economic recovery: higher wages
This summer we’ve seen wild swings in the stock market, a last-minute debt deal, and even a rocking east coast earthquake. But one thing we haven’t seen – from Memorial Day to Labor Day – is any improvement in the economy.By Eli Markham , September 05, 2011
Minnesota employers report most job openings in four years
Job vacancies in Minnesota climbed 32.1 percent in the second quarter of 2011 compared with the same period a year ago, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).By Staff Report , September 01, 2011
Obama says he will work to improve veterans’ lives
President Barack Obama told thousands of American Legion members what many hoped to hear Tuesday as he pledged to improve their health care and fight unemployment and homelessness among veterans.By Danielle Nordine , August 30, 2011
Alexandria WorkForce Center to reopen Monday
The Rural Minnesota Concentrated Employment Program (RMCEP) reports that it is again able to access operating funds from the state.By Staff Report , July 22, 2011
Minnesota adds 13,200 jobs in June
Minnesota employers added 13,200 jobs in June, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).By Staff Report , July 21, 2011
State gains 1,200 jobs in May
Minnesota employers added 1,200 jobs in May, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)By Staff Report , June 16, 2011
More than $800,000 going toward job training for Minnesota veterans
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken (D-Minn.) recently announced that more than $800,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will go to Minnesota organizations to provide for job training for veterans.By Staff Report , June 05, 2011
'Work Green' event offers resources for career explorers, entrepreneurs
Work Green, an event promoting green careers and entrepreneurial activities, will be held Tuesday, May 24, in St. Paul.May 22, 2011
State's unemployment rate drops to 6.5 percent
The Minnesota unemployment rate fell 0.1 percent to a seasonally adjusted 6.5 percent in April, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The U.S. rate was 9 percent in April.By Staff Report , May 19, 2011
Jobs and Java to feature Aagard
The sessions will also offer helpful information on completing job applications, resumes and cover letters, interview “dos and don’ts,” and follow-up strategies.April 22, 2011
Jobless rate drops in Minnesota
The Minnesota unemployment rate dropped 0.1 percent to a seasonally adjusted 6.6 percent in March, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The U.S. rate in March was 8.8 percent.By Staff Report , April 14, 2011
Five methods to keep your best employees
Voluntary employee turnover was low as America waited through the storm of “The Great Recession.” After surviving layoffs and news of record levels of unemployment, employees were thankful to have any job. But as the country emerges from the recession, the workforce may be facing a tidal wave of employee turnover.By Staff Report , April 10, 2011
Jobs and Java to feature Tastefully Simple
Looking for the latest job seeking tips and an opportunity to network with employers and other job seekers?April 01, 2011
Conservation jobs available for high school youth
High school youth looking for work are encouraged to apply by April 22 for one of 90 positions available with the Conservation Corps Minnesota summer conservation work program.By Staff Report , March 13, 2011
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