County uses CERTA funds to create jobs in Idaho
The Comprehensive Employment and Training Act funds will aid Bonner County with 103,087 dollars for public jobs and training. Funds target work experience, on the job training, and public agency job opportunities, plus potential emergency Title VI support. Jim McFarland of the Human Resource Development Council comments.
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Idaho to Fund CERTA Programs with Local Management
Federal services end for Idahoans as the state takes over CERTA programs. McFarland notes $400,000已 paid to unemployed state workers and that city and county workers become eligible if they meet requirements. He cites Idaho unemployment benefits at about $1 million weekly. Andrus says funds are allocated by priority, with county share depending on locally proposed projects.
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CEATA program changes expand Idaho unemployment benefits
Bob Jones announced CEATA employment processing will go through his office with referrals from the Dept of Employment. CEATA and other federal programs broaden benefits to 20 to 52 weeks for many Idahoans previously ineligible. The Human Resource Development Council cited 480 local jobs created in four months under CERTA programs and notes CEATA II terminations do not require employer retention.
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BLM Plan May Force Some Grazers Out Of Business
The Bureau of Land Management says an environmental impact statement shows plans to improve national resources land management could force some livestock graziers out of business. The plan covers about 171 million acres in western states with many investments, costs, and potential removals tied to allotment management plans.
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Congress Moves To Restore Food Stamp Benefits
Rep. Peter A. Peyser predicts Congress will pass a bill within a week to nullify an Agriculture Department order cutting food stamp benefits. The measure would freeze rates at current levels until mid year while long term reforms are considered.
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Reistrup Named Amtrak President
Paul H. Reistrup 42, longtime railroad man, named Amtrak president and CEO to take over March 1. He previously led Illinois Central Gulf Railroad and headed B&O passenger service aiming to boost ridership with fare deals and upgrades. Amtrak faces rising deficits and ongoing service complaints as he plans an operational overhaul.
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Weather outlook for Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint
Occasional light snow today with increasing fog and light winds from the east at 5 to 15 mph. Low tonight around 20, high Friday near 30 with snow chances up to 60 percent and winds easing.
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Slasher Murders 40 Year Old in Hollywood
Police found the body of a 40 year old man with his throat cut in Hollywood. Officers say he is the eighth victim of the Skid Row slasher, noting the killer’s MO matches seven prior slayings. Police Commander Peter Hagan commented on the pattern.
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