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Wednesday, January 16, 2013  President Barack Obama is taking 23 executive actions aimed at curbing gun violence that don't require congressional action.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Despite signs of economic recovery, hiring remains too weak to rapidly reduce the number of those unemployed.

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  The grant came from the Department of Homeland Security.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Robust hiring in manufacturing and construction fueled the December job gains.

Friday, December 07, 2012  The government said Superstorm Sandy had only a minimal effect on the figures.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Report: Employers plan modest increase in hiring for new college grads in coming year

Tuesday, September 04, 2012  Rick Carter comes to Mizzou following stops at Michigan State, Fairfield, Western Michigan

Friday, July 06, 2012  US economy added 80,000 jobs in June; unemployment rate unchanged at 8.2 percent

Friday, April 06, 2012  US hiring slows in March as employers add just 120,000 jobs, unemployment rate dips to 8.2 percent

Friday, March 09, 2012  Employers created 227,000 jobs last month, unemployment rate unchanged at 8.3 percent

Thursday, June 02, 2011  Job gains boost state tax revenue for 2nd straight year, helping lawmakers narrow budget gaps

Wednesday, June 01, 2011  A leading outplacement firm says employers eliminated 1.8 percent more jobs in May than they did the month before.

Tuesday, April 19, 2011  Company officials said they have about 200 jobs available in the KRCG viewing area.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011  Update: MFA Oil Company Officials announced a partnership with Aloterra Energy to form a new company.

Friday, February 04, 2011  January employment report expected to show modest gains in hiring as economy picks up.