Illinois job growth signs emerge in regional data
Williamson County unemployment fell from 9.3 to 8.8 percent while Franklin County dropped from 13.4 to 12.2 percent between August 2010 and August 2011. Officials noted the figures are not seasonally adjusted and cover unemployed job seekers plus those ineligible for benefits. Manufacturing and health care firms show hiring demand with postings across health care, child care, maintenance, web development, dispatch, warehousing, and engineering roles.
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Job hunters seek work as regional hiring climbs
Sharon Harvey Wink and Miranda Meghee-Mcclain share layoffs and long job hunts, while Cerutti notes Continental Tire in Mount Vernon hiring up to 400 and Extra Help Inc. listing many roles. Dillard's Marion plans more hires as retailers report improved activity. experts expect next three to six months to reveal recovery.
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Tax credits aim to spur hiring in rural Illinois counties
Illinois Department of Employment Security officials led a Meeting Business Needs workshop at John A. Logan College to explain unemployment insurance incentives. They cited a $2,400 tax credit and benefits for veterans and small firms. attendees discussed difficulties filling positions while some jobless prefer unemployment payments.
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