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Generation Y ready to work but jobs are scarse
Generation Y is having a tough time in the job market.
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Education is the key to building a successful community
Making sure students are introduced to job choices and opportunities is the key to building a successful community.
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Consider taking a 'staycation' this summer
Taking a staycation this year will help boost the local economy, Elliott Falcione with the tourism bureau says.
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'Buffett Rule' are fighting words
The Buffett Rule can elicit strong opinions on both sides of the tax debate.
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Leadership Manatee program begins its 30th year teaching leadership skills
Leadership Manatee begins its 30th year of leadership programs in Manatee County.
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Sarasota Bradenton International Airport an asset to local community
SRQ supports local jobs and is a draw to new businesses moving to the area.
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Businesses will lead 'the new health age,' Manatee leaders say
Manatee health care experts say businesses will take the lead in making changes in country's health system.
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Is it really all about Anna Maria Island?
Anna Maria Island is a definite tourist draw for Manatee County but other attributes of the Bradenton area also contribute to visitors.
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Cooperation key to county job growth
Feld Entertainment, Tropicana, Clare Controls, Oshkosh, Global Components, It Works! Global, Ipe Clip, Creonix, and Pierce Manufacturing are just a few of the diverse businesses that announced expansions or new locations in Manatee County in the past year.
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Working on the skills gap to meet needs
During President Obama’s recent State of the Union Address, he highlighted a key workforce concern. Even though many business leaders want to hire American workers, they are unable to find workers with the right skills. “Growing industries in science and technology have twice as many...
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Start ’12 with a positive approach
A fresh start. Let’s get it started. Gentlemen, start your engines. The start of something new. Push start. Starting over. It’s never too late to start. A brand new start.


