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Hempstead County Economic Development Launches their ACT Work Ready Community Initiative July 30, 2021

Hempstead County Judge, Jerry Crain said our community is glad to participate in this proactive process to better our labor force and help local employers and their employees.

Miller County pushes to enhance workforce July 30, 2021

"Miller County is excited to partner with the Texarkana USA Regional Chamber of Commerce to launch ACT Work Ready Communities initiatives that use the ... ACT WorkKeys NCRC [National Career Readiness Certificate] as the basis for industry-driven efforts that link education, workforce and economic development," Miller County Judge Cathy Harrison said.

Global Trade magazine showcases Franklin County WRC July 16, 2021

Whether you prefer to call it the Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0, there is no denying that industry is getting smarter. Franklin County represents one of the top markets in the country for industrial and business development thanks to easy access to Interstate 35, Interstate 70, Logistics Park Kansas City and the Kansas City International Airport, as well as inclusion in the Foreign Trade Zone.

Shineman Foundation honored for funding WRC and numerous economic vitality initiatives July 16, 2021

The Ally Award for 2021 was presented to the Richard S. Shineman Foundation in recognition and appreciation of the vision, commitment and leadership demonstrated to support countless not for profit initiatives to improve quality of life and economic vitality across Oswego County; for providing 291 grants totaling over $9.4 million to 180 organizations and programs, including Work Ready Communities.

Lorain Community College featured in Rand Research on stackable credentials July 15, 2021

Short term and stackable in Ohio is the theme of recent research from the Rand corporation. The report cites Ohio's success in stackable short-term credentials. Open Campus Media showcased best practices Lorain Community College.

Prince Edward County speaks out on new WRC designation July 15, 2021

“It is important to develop and maintain a skilled workforce here in Prince Edward County.
Workforce skills are a key component of economic development in today’s economy and
becoming an ACT Work Ready Community will support workforce development,” stated Prince
Edward County Board of Supervisors Chairman J. David Emert.

Chamber making inroads for long term growth July 08, 2021

The McDonald County Chamber of Commerce is positioning itself for long-term planning and driving growth for future success. McDonald County is in a prime spot as the I-49 corridor develops. The county has a great incentive foundation, Sanders said, with a low property tax rate and a Work Ready Community status.

Semiconductor producer expands in St. Charles WRC July 06, 2021

Worldwide demand for semiconductor wafers led to the expansion of Global Foundaries and Global Wafers at O'Fallon, Missouri in the WRC of St. Charles County. These wafers will be used to create feature-rich semiconductor solutions to meet the sharply growing demand for GF’s advanced RF technologies across a range of applications including 5G smartphones, wireless connectivity, automotive radar, and aerospace.

High-tech sawmill jobs headed to Halifax, NC July 06, 2021

Roseburg Forest Products, an innovative U.S. forest products manufacturer, will create 137 new jobs in the certified Work Ready Community of Halifax County. The company will invest a total of $200 million to develop a sustainable high-tech sawmill operation in the Town of Weldon.

Clarksdale lands grant for career academies and readiness July 06, 2021

The Clarksdale Municipal School District was awarded close to $60,000 in grant funding to promote digital learning and the implementation of career academies aimed at increasing career readiness and enhancing Clarksdale’s workforce.