Exploring High-Demand, High-Pay Occupations in West Central Minnesota

Which jobs are available where I want to live? Different types of jobs are available in different parts of Minnesota. This PDF supplement highlights the high-demand jobs in the West Central region of the state.

White Earth News

excerpted from Anishinaabeg Today, 8-22-07

The White Earth Public Transit opens for business on Tuesday, Sept. 4. The four new buses will provide residents with three routes, plus a Dial-a-Ride program.

More than 100 people gathered Aug. 16 to attend an open house for Dream Catcher Homes The new housing community consists of 20 three-bedroom townhomes and provides permanent, supportive housing to homeless individuals.

White Earth hosted the 7th Annual Communities Collaborative Committee's Brain Development Conference, Aug. 8-9. The theme was "Every Child Counts." More than 800 educators, child care providers and parents attended.

News from Stevens County

excerpted from Morris Sun Tribune, 8-22-07

Superior Industries of Morris has built the world's largest aggregate conveyor.

A research laboratory near Morris is experimenting with cuphea--a flowering plant native to the U.S.--to see if it can be raised and processed into the military jet fuel known as JP-8.

New hospital eyed in Perham

excerpted from the Perham Entreprise Bulletin, 8-16-07

A new hospital facility is being considered by the Perham Hospital District Board. Continued growth in all areas, an aging building and teh desire to focus on patient- and family-centered care prompted the board to take action.

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SJE-Rhombus named to 50 best list

Detroit Lakes manufacturer SJE-Rhombus was named one of the 50 Best Small & Medium Companies to Work for in America by the Great Place to Work Institute and the Society for Human Resource Management.