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Stories from the trenches of workforce boards from across the San Joaquin Valley. See how they make an impact on your community.

When the chips were down, Eagle Mountain Casino turned to WIB

Waterman Valve LLC had a gap in its pipeline. WIB found the fix.

Hall Ambulance needed EMTs. WIB acted as their first responder for recruitment.

Workforce agencies deliver hope, stability in dire times

Orchard Supply, a long standing staple of hardware and home goods in the City of Fresno, was closing seven area stores leaving hundreds of workers in limbo.

Agencies play key role in COVID response

To call 2020 devastating for Valley businesses is to oversimplify the impact that COVID-19 has had on our local economy. Record layoffs, closures combined with measures required to keep doors open have put incredible pressure on business owners and staff alike.

Recruiting for large or small businesses takes on new look

When Vallarta, a full-service grocery store, announced it would be opening a new store in Madera the move was met with excitement throughout the city. With the COVID-19 pandemic still raging, the opening was a welcome bit of good news in the form of jobs and access to food for the community.