Recession woes penetrate Highland Park and University Park “bubble”
It may not be spoken of out loud, but news of harder financial times is whispered through inner circles.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
The Economy / Employment
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Dallas-based Southwest Airlines Pilots’ Association ratifies contract with company
Over 87% of pilots voted in favor of the new contract, with a voter participation rate over 93%.
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
United Supermarkets to build logistics center in Alliance Global Hub in Roanoke
The facility will be located on Freedom Drive in Roanoke, just west of Flower Mound.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009
Nine north Texas businesses honored for positively affecting community and economy
Among them was the new AT&T Performing Arts Center, which received the "community catalyst" award.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009
Importance of financial planning for North Texans in an uncertain economy
Part 1: Get off the roller coaster and get a financial plan.
A financial plan can help you negotiate the twists and turns of the market because your investment strategy is based on your own situation and goals — not what the market is doing at the moment.
Friday, Oct. 16, 2009
Dallas ISD seniors at Bryan Adams High School to attend Get Smart About Credit Day on Thursday
Seventh annual Get Smart About Credit Day is designed to stress the fundamentals of wise credit use.
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009
Recent college grads in Dallas adjust plans during rough economy
Amy and Travis Phelps, recent college grads, have had their fair share of bad jobs. But in order for them to weather the storm, they say take that bad job and make it fun.
Friday, Oct. 9, 2009
Changing jobs in Dallas-Fort Worth? Know your options
What to do with your retirement funds when your employment plans change
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009
Dressed to impress: Dallas-area experts show how clothes can make all the difference
An outfit can make them or break your ability to get a job, according to a few local experts. Your clothes can be your key to success.
Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009
Texas Woman’s University posts 7.2 percent enrollment gain
This is their eighth consecutive year of growth.
Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009
Free women’s job training program launched in Grand Prairie
The eight-week program teaches women a variety of skills designed to help improve their lives.
Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009
Dallas-Fort Worth CFOs say the economy is still keeping them from hiring new employees
Yet, only 9% expect personnel reductions, and 8% say they'll be hiring.
Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009
In-depth study: How has the economy affected Dallas-Fort Worth school districts’ budgets?
We call this a "charticle." Chances are, your student's school district is represented in this chart. How does your ISD match up?
Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009
High schools in Rockwall, Frisco, The Colony, and Forney add food-service classes to curriculum
Chefs and restaurateurs continue to gain attention as good career choices.
Monday, Aug. 31, 2009
Chandler’s Landing Country Club in Rockwall foreclosed; to be auctioned September 1
As recently as two months ago, owners were investigating renovating and expanding the Club.
Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2009
Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas doing layoffs to meet 2010 budget
They're eliminating 200 positions, but some are vacant, so that's only 99 actual layoffs.
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009
Apartment complex on Ross Avenue in Dallas’ West End faces foreclosure
Complex was built in 2003.
Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009
Dallas, Plano concerts to help single moms offset impact of recession
Unemployment during this recession has been especially steep for female heads of household.
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009
Dallas wondering where that stimulus money is
More than 1,000 jobs will be created, according to already-approved projects.
Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009
10 Dallas/Fort Worth area post offices may be closing soon
The post offices in danger either don't make enough money or are deemed too close to other locations.
Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009
Fort Worth-based American Airlines raises price on checked bags by $5
The first checked bag will be $20 and the second will be $30, up from $15 and $25 respectively.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Bell UAW members not pleased with new contract, but ok it anyway
Employees will return to work on Monday.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Monthly survey of Texas workers shows slight increase in overall confidence
Then again, more workers believe the economy is getting weaker and are not confident in their ability to find a new job.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Rowlett executes reorganization and RIF of two management employees
Two positions cut are Director of Development Services and Recreation Operations Supervisor at the Wet Zone Water Park.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Updated: Six North Texas cities make Forbes‘ “America’s 25 Best Places to Move” list
The list put Flower Mound at #6, Frisco at #7, McKinney at #9, Carrollton at #12, Allen at #19, and Plano at #25.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Smith & Hawken goes kaput, closes stores in Dallas and Plano
Silver lining: going-out-of-business sales.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Tarrant County College trains National Semiconductor employees in Arlington on job hunting
They're preparing employees for a scheduled closure within the next year.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Dallas’ Fair Park needs new vision, new opportunity
Something needs to be done to maximize and to take advantage of the fairgrounds for the good of everyone.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Oceanaire Room chain files for bankruptcy, but branch at Dallas Galleria to remain open
Dallas one of the lucky dozen to stay open.
Monday, July 6, 2009
KERA launches multimedia economy project to offer help to North Texans in need
The project, launching July 8, will provide vital, balanced information and reporting on current economic issues.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Money-saving Monday off at Dallas City Hall confuses people
Including an editor at the Dallas Morning News who used "who's" when he should have used "whose."
Monday, July 6, 2009
Southwest Center Mall issues are all about the neighborhood
People must face facts about the area around the mall -- it is in shambles.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Irving-based Kimberly Clark announces company-wide job cuts
The 1,600 people laid off will amount to about 3% of the company's workforce.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Creative Arts Theatre & School in Arlington undergoing organization changes
Staff changes include layoffs of a number of long-term staff personnel, as well as reduction in staff hours.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Dallas is fifth on recession-proof city list, says Brookings Institution study
San Antonio, Houston and Austin actually ranked higher on the list (i.e., more recession-proof).
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Fort Worth-based American Airlines cutting 133 jobs in Dallas-Fort Worth area
Part of an overall layoff of 1600.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Hard Rock Cafe holding job fair at Dallas Convention Center this week
Not unlike a casting call for a reality show except that you actually have to work there.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines launches new ad campaign
Tagline: "Grab Your Bag. It's On."
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
UPDATED: Government-supported orgs facing cutbacks and worse
As the economy goes, so goes financial support from governmental bodies.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Survey by Irving-based Allstate Motor Club on 2009 travel coins annoying new word, “nay-cation”
First "stay-cation", now this.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
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