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Sanderson Farms Bringing 1,000 Jobs to Palestine and Anderson County

Lucky Larry — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:01:50 +0000

In a time when jobs are scarce, a poultry company has their eyes on expanding into East Texas. According to a press release from the City of Palestine, Sanderson Farms is looking to build a poultry complex in Anderson County with a feed mill coming to Freestone County.

'A Fox Stole My Car Keys' and Other Brilliant Excuses for Being Late to Work

Mike Adams — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 08:01:42 +0000

Coming up with creative excuses for not getting to work on time is just part of the American way, it would seem. A new study has found that not only are employees in this country frequently running late, but they've been making up some real doozies to keep out of trouble on the job.

Traffic, bad weather, trouble with the kids, etc., are still quite popular, but some workers have begun digging a little deeper for a more elaborate excuse to avoid beating that dead horse right to the unemployment line.

How much deeper, you ask?

Work for the East Texas Pump Jacks Baseball Team

Jeff Evans — Mon, 21 May 2012 17:17:25 +0000

East Texas' only baseball team that's not high school or college, the East Texas Pump Jacks, are back for their fifth season at Driller Park in Kilgore and they may have a place on their roster for you! OK, maybe not on the team itself, but working for the organization doing anything from concessions to mascot. They are concluding their job fair tonight (5/21) from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Kilgore Chamber of Commerce.

11 Signs Your Boss Hates You

Drew Weisholtz — Sun, 20 May 2012 17:33:25 +0000

Getting a job is no easy task in these times, but keeping it may be even tougher. If you’re lucky enough to have a job, then you may know how frustrating it can be to be to deal with a horrible boss. Here are some clues that your supervisor hates you: 1. He walks up [...]

Unhappy With Your Job? 8 Signs That It's Time To Quit [VIDEO]

Baby J — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:00:14 +0000

I had a heart-to-heart with a friend of mine who left one job for another, only to find out the grass may have looked greener on the other side, but she still had to mow. In other words, she was extremely unhappy with her job and couldn’t figure out why. She then left that job only to find the same issues in her new job. Sometimes we can work to correct the unhappy, but how do you know when it’s time to really look elsewhere? Here are 8 signs that it’s time to quit your job.

Why Do We Work 40 Hours a Week?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:31:35 +0000

If you’re putting in a 60-hour workweek, you may think the people who do their regular 40 hours and go home are slackers — but the truth is, they’re probably more productive than you are.

Need a Job? Become a Digital Seller for Townsquare Media

Jeff Evans — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:37:50 +0000

Looking for a job? We may have just the position for you! Townsquare Media is looking for a digital salesperson. This person would sell our amazing digital products, including advertising our websites, streaming radio, Seize the Deal, Townsquare Interactive and more! If you think you may be interested, stop by and meet the people who [...]

Work at Twitter! [VIDEO]

Jeff Evans — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:17:50 +0000

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work for one of the most successful social media companies the world? Are you looking for that next challenge in your career? Twitter may be the place for you! Check out this recruitment video released by Twitter today. In all seriousness, Twitter really is hiring [...]

Large East Texas Plant Announces Plans To Close

Baby J — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:50:52 +0000

Carrier Corp., which employs about 400 East Texans, announced today a proposal to close the plant. All Carrier employees were notified this morning.Michelle Caldwell, Public Communications Officer for Carrier, said the company has made plans to close the plant, but the plant is making plans to operate through 2013, although the plant could close in [...]

Economic Woes Lead to More Men Becoming 'Mannies'

Shauna Wright — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:30:50 +0000

While child care-givers such as babysitters and nannies have traditionally been women, the recent dip in the economy lead some men into the profession as well.

Dubbed “mannies,” the guys are often unemployed teachers, daycare workers or fathers.