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Every quarter, the Labor Market Information (LMI) Office of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) publishes a…

Many businesses across the state – and across the country – have had a hard time finding employees this year.  But the hiring difficulties…

In today’s climate, post pandemic, mid economic recovery, and with Help Wanted signs on every corner, it’s more important than ever for employers to…

“Thank you for all your help and the connection you helped me make with the Dislocated Worker Program.”  That’s what one grateful recipient of a…

September is workforce development month in Minnesota, a time to highlight what CareerForce staff and partners do every day to…

It’s safe to say we live in unprecedented times. A global pandemic, shocks to the supply chain, and myriad other disruptions make this a…

Here’s what Mary Shumski, Workforce Development Representative at CareerForce in Fairmont heard from a satisfied local employer after they used the…

Lisa recently shared this message with CareerForce staff: I just wanted to pass along thank yous to your staff.  I lost my job in December and…

Agriculture and Natural Resources are the foundation for much of Minnesota’s economy, and businesses are doing more with raw material than ever…

Jane Kerntz is a Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program representative based at CareerForce in Hibbing. She regularly works with current and former…