The Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa was recently awarded a $1.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. The money will help grow the pool of skilled laborers.
Jodi Ray, director Florida Covering Kids & Families, says she’s had more resources and new strategies for getting info out. The navigator group has placed an emphasis on application due dates and letting people know where to go for help.
Small business owners eagerly await Small Business Saturday, the yearly holiday shopping event dedicated to small, local shops and companies. This year, Hillsborough Community College is highlighting veterans who own small businesses and are doing more to give back with your shopping dollars.