Monthly Archives: November 2016

The High Cost of Being Poor in the U.S.

Whether due to circumstance or unfair practices, the highest cost of living in the United States is not born by the wealthiest, but those with the fewest resources. Poor access to food, medical care, transportation, and housing lead to hosts … Continue reading

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M.A.D.D. 2016 – All Hands on Deck

Ever wondered what happens at a food bank and how all of that food makes its way into the hand of those who need it most? People and grocery stores donate, and then the real work begins: the food has … Continue reading

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What’s going on at WorkForce Central?

The Pierce County WorkForce Central organization has been busy, working to align the county’s workforce with employer needs.  From August 2016 to September 2016, data shows a number of trends towards meeting this goal: Unemployment: Down to 6% from 6.5% … Continue reading

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Ring the Bell – November 2016

At Career Path Services, we look for one staff member or community partner who exemplifies our values each month, and give them due credit through our Ring the Bell award. In September, we held our Annual Fall Conference, and during … Continue reading

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