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New funding strengthens North Carolina’s disability workforce

NC needs workers who help people with disabilities. A new fund aims to do that.

Through a new $3 million investment, the state aims to transform how it recruits and retains the essential workers who provide daily support to its most vulnerable populations.
5 companies will bring 800+ jobs to small-town NC

5 companies will bring 800+ jobs to small-town NC

Five companies have committed to creating over 800 manufacturing and technology jobs across rural North Carolina counties, investing more than $128 million in the process.
Syntec expansion: 34 new jobs coming to Vance County

Syntec expansion: 34 new jobs coming to Vance County

Syntec Precision Technology Corporation announced that its first North American facility will be in Henderson, bringing 34 new jobs to Vance County.
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Trump executive order halting offshore wind farms could hurt NC’s economy

On his first day in office, President Trump signed an executive order to halt further offshore wind projects and review existing ones in development. The move could have a huge impact on North Carolina, where wind energy has become a key part of the state’s energy plan.
The 7 ‘durable skills’ you need to land a job in North Carolina

The 7 ‘durable skills’ you need to land a job in North Carolina

The NC Commerce and Education Departments recently released their findings on which “durable skills” are in highest demand.
MONEY AND JOBS - Cardinal & Pine

Biden makes 4 million more workers eligible for overtime pay

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The US Department of Labor says updated regulations will increase income thresholds to ensure lower-income salaried employees are fairly compensated when they work more than 40 hours per week.