Employers say they still need workers
Odessa College job fair shows a cooler demand as 27 fewer registered employers and 150 more job seekers compared with last year. Stakeholders from government, health care, banking, energy, and logistics report interest in temporary roles, clerical posts, and skilled positions despite hiring freezes and layoffs.
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Job fair insights reveal tight market and cautious hiring
Job seekers express concern about a cooling economy as hiring freezes limit opportunities. UTPB junior Melissa Mann discusses the struggle to fund her education and find entry level work. Participants cite fading prospects and the need for more opportunities as graduates face a slow job market.
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Gaines tops ECISD candidate pool at Permian
Gaines said he is interviewing with several coaches and has set up meetings for the end of next week after ECISD officials named him the leading candidate. Permian High School has held discussions all week, with Principal Roy Garcia praising Gaines' reputation and the upbeat response from staff and students.
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Signs of life lift stocks as markets post rally
Optimism spread from banks and automakers to retailers as GM said it would not seek a $2 billion loan, retail ex-autos fell 0.1 percent in February, and January figures were revised to a 1.8 percent gain. The Dow rose about 240 points to 7,170, its strongest finish this month, while layoffs and jobless benefits reached new highs at 5.3 million.
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