Local tourism agencies receive TRAVEL grants

AD: Will more companies be re-shoring or near-shoring as a result of the global pandemic? Jensen: For certain, most companies are closely examining the options available to them to avoid future supply chain interruptions. Part of the challenge of making a decision on a future sourcing direction is that this story...Continue Reading

The global pandemic has upended the labor market and dramatically and suddenly reversed U.S. economic expansion. COVID-19, especially, has caused U.S. manufactures to face unprecedented labor challenges. With COVID-19 and the need for social distancing, these shortages are escalating. Many factories have shuttered to protect workers and prevent COVID-19’s...Continue Reading

Three local tourism marketing agencies have received significant grants from the state Tourism Relief to Accelerate Vitality and Economic Lift (TRAVEL) stimulus program. The Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce (HACC) received $38,503; the Hayward Lakes Visitor & Convention Bureau (HLVCB) received $37,198 and the Cable Area Chamber of Commerce...Continue Reading