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Springfield, IL

Unusual jump in Illinois unemployment causes worry

Renee Norris is doing everything she can to find a job, spending the last three months flipping through newspaper ads and turning down a fast-food gig because it just couldn't pay the bills.

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rachel
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Jun 28, 2008
 
Unemployment stats are up but I still see many high paying jobs posted on employment sites i.e.

http://www.realmatch.com
http://www.monster.com
http://www.simplyhired.com

There is still strong demand for professionals despite the stats
Bob
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Jun 30, 2008
 
Canada, Colombia, Mexico, another trip to pull the plug. Business loves cheap labor. Thanks McSame.
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