UIA Update: Workers Returning to Unemployment Should Reopen Their Previous Claim
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The Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) today provided guidance to workers and employers who may be affected COVID-19.
Tomorrow’s Talent Series
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To inform young U.P. residents of the benefits of a career in manufacturing, local organizations came together to facilitate the Tomorrow’s Talent (T2) series.
U.P. Michigan Works! to Host Virtual Resume Drive
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Tim Hyde, Workforce Services Manager from Upper Peninsula Michigan Works, spoke with TV 6‘s Lily Simmons this week to discuss our upcoming Resume Drive.
Going PRO Talent Fund to Help U.P. Businesses
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This week, Debb Brunell from Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! spoke with TV 6’s Grace Blair to discuss the Going PRO Talent Fund and how it can positively impact the Upper Peninsula economy.
U.P. Michigan Works! Announces Resume Drive
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Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! (UPMW) wants U.P. residents to send their resumes to job centers before traveling to deer camp.
Return North 2020
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The Upper Peninsula is growing… and it’s no wonder considering our proactive approach to all the obstacles 2020 has thrown our way and the current shift away from the metropolitan buzz and back to nature.
2020 Going PRO Information Sessions
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Get Ready to Win with employee training funds through the Going PRO Talent Fund!
UIA Offers New Phone Appointment Option for Claimants Requiring One-on-One Support
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The Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) is now offering telephone appointments for customers with specific claim issues beginning today, Oct. 21.
Michigan Works! Removing Barriers for ‘Futures for Frontliners’ Applicants
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Upper Peninsula Michigan Works will leverage its programs and sevrices to remove barriers for Futures for Frontliners applicants.
Michigan Small Business Restart Program: 730 Upper Peninsula Businesses Awarded Grants
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As part of the Michigan Small Business Restart Program, a combined $4.5 million has been awarded to 730 businesses and non-profits across the Upper Peninsula.