What's Going On Around Portland And The Northwest

Here is a look at some of the stories that are going on here in Portland and the Northwest:

• It looks like the people of Portland have stopped looking for jobs and that's the reason the unemployment rate has dipped.
• However, the unemployment rate has held at 11.3% and that's lowest it has been since February.
  
• When times are tough it's nice to see the Young Professional of Portland helping the unemployed battle hunger and joblessness.
• A new study shows that you might not need as much income in retirement.
• Most Portlanders are happy with their city.
• US Chamber of Commerce VP John Murphy, issued a challenge to Oregon to create more jobs.

So Portland, we here at the Employment Guide and Wiser Worker are here to help with the unemployment rate. Also, keep your heads up and don't give up hope! If anyone would like to add another article or has any comments, please feel free to post them in the comments section below.