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Washington state's employment picture is getting close to pre-pandemic levels. New numbers show first-time jobless claims are down 86 percent from the same time last year when the economy was suffering COVID-19 losses. Meanwhile, the 4 week rolling average for claims is at its level since the pandemic began ...

Regional Labor Economist Don Meseck says there is some good and concerning news in the recently released August employment numbers for the Wenatchee Metropolitan Statistical Area, or MSA. Unemployment rates have risen for nine straight months through August, but are still relatively low compared to similar months over the past 10 years...

For the fall, community resource specialists will be offering office hours, targeted toward job seekers, stationed at the Chelan Public Library once a month. The services are available in English and Spanish, no appointment is required and walk ins as welcomed...

The Washington State House has passed a bill that would make it easier for veterans to get civil service jobs more quickly after separating from the military. Sponsor Dave Hays, a 10th District Republican, says it's about increasing opportunity...

Looking for a new job? The first-ever Wenatchee Valley Employment Summit takes place on Tuesday and is designed to help both job-seekers and employers. Tess Davison with the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce said it's all part of the 'Our Valley, Our Future' Initiative. ...