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Afternoon News in 90: April 9, 2013
By Wade Millward on April 9th, 2013 | Last updated: April 9, 2013 at 2:30 pm
A video round-up of local, state and national stories for readers in North Central Florida: pinwheels for child abuse awareness, Louisville Cardinals NCAA champions, survey shows more managers hiring, Iran begins new nuclear program, Jay-Z and Beyonce go to Cuba.
Job fair to help Citrus County’s unemployed
By Lauren Crawford and Nickelle Smith on March 26th, 2013 | Last updated: March 26, 2013 at 5:17 pm
Workforce Connection of Citrus, Levy and Marion counties will host a job fair Wednesday at the College of Central Florida. The event is will provide job seekers with networking and employment opportunities.
Marion County officials discuss possible FedEx hub
By Sarah Brand on February 1st, 2013 | Last updated: February 5, 2013 at 1:36 pm
FedEx and the Ocala Board of Commissioners are discussing details of a potential FedEx hub that would be constructed in Ocala. The site for the project is a park located along Interstate 75.
Hawthorne economy struggling a year after Georgia-Pacific plant closing
By Amanda Wood on January 31st, 2013 | Last updated: January 31, 2013 at 3:34 pm
More than a year after the closing of the Georgia-Pacific plywood mill in the small town of Hawthorne, Fla., the city is still experiencing tough economic times.
Social media a possible avenue to gain employment
By Brittany Bassler on January 15th, 2013 | Last updated: March 30, 2013 at 2:11 pm
Until recently, college students have been warned to be cautious about the role of social media when it comes to the job search. Now, the National Association of Colleges and Employers says social media sites can be used in the favor of job seekers and as a way to help graduating students potentially land their next jobs.
Florida retailers anticipate big holiday sales
By Mina Radman and Sanika Dange on November 26th, 2012 | Last updated: December 13, 2012 at 3:37 pm
Consumer spending in Florida could set a new record high as retailers expect a busy holiday season.
Gainesville Job Fair to feature more than 35 employers
By Erin Rauch on September 10th, 2012 | Last updated: October 8, 2012 at 10:52 am
Attendees can also participate in workshops for resume writing and looking for jobs online. The fair will be held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Multipurpose Center on 14th Street.
Tough times for blue collar workers
By Elle Newbold on August 15th, 2012 | Last updated: February 19, 2013 at 2:18 pm
While the economy continues with its ups and downs across various areas of the country, for Americans who work with their hands, life is difficult. Many blue collar workers are finding it’s a difficult time for them, as they go [...]
Firefighter jobs tough to come by
By Dana Lewin on July 25th, 2012 | Last updated: March 19, 2013 at 3:50 pm
Becoming a firefighter in north central florida is the same as it is in many other places. It takes hard work, dedication, and education. And as Florida’s 89 point one wuft-fm’s Dana Lewin reports, even though he’s trained as an [...]
Job numbers not as good as some expected
By Corey Brooks on July 6th, 2012 | Last updated: March 30, 2013 at 1:21 pm
The monthly unemployment numbers were released today, and some were disappoined with what they had to say. Florida 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Corey Brooks takes a look at the new jobs report, and what it means for the country, state, and cities.
