Local unemployment rate increases slightly in August

Central Oregon still creating jobs, state economist says

By Cathy Carroll / The Bulletin
September 18, 2004

Central Oregon's unemployment rates increased between July and August, but they were still lower than in August of last year for Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook counties, according to the Oregon Employment Department.

"The monthly data may not appear to be that strong, but when you look at....

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