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Prosperous Panhandle
Monday, 25 February 2008

MIRANDA GILBERT
Managing Editor
Guymon Daily Herald

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Here's local state representative Gus Blackwell.

Gone are the days of hearing, “nobody’s hiring.” At least for the Panhandle of Oklahoma, that is.
Consider its recent economic growth — especially in Guymon which will have added nearly a dozen new businesses in two years time  — the rich oil beneath its topsoil and the promise of the winds sweeping in “green” money.
Now combine that with the substantial status quo of big beef and pork industries, plus global agriculture production and new biodiesel plants.
Lastly, add in the new immigration law with stiff penalties all around and — Voila!
You get an employee shortage.
Yes, employee shortage.
While most of the country discusses job shortages and the need for an economic stimulus, House Rep. and President Pro Tempore Gus Blackwell put it best when he said anyone in the Panhandle who wants to work is working.
Unemployment is at an all time low and the need for employees continues beyond that beautiful Plains horizon.
As a result, over 20 regional employers are coming together to call in those who haven’t found the right “fit” — yes locals can even be selective about their jobs — or those who may be new to the area, and even those looking to relocate to the area.
The Panhandle Regional Job Fair Committee met recently with concerns of filling job vacancies throughout the Panhandle. 
“While the rest of the state and country appear to be in an economic slow down, that trend does not yet relate to the Oklahoma Panhandle,” said Betty Viljoen, Executive Director of PREDCI.
“If our economy is to continue to thrive, we need to address the issues of employee shortages.  The job fair is only one effort to help in this area. We’re always looking for ways to assist area companies.”  
The job fair will be held March 5,  at the Texas County Activity Center in Guymon. 
It is being organized by a joint effort of PREDCI, the City of Guymon’s Community Development Department; and the Northwest Workforce Investment Board.  Representatives  from Workforce Oklahoma will be on hand to assist job seekers in other areas as well. 
For more information, call PREDCI at 580-338-8500 or Guymon Community Development at 580-338-5838.
Last Updated ( Monday, 03 March 2008 )
 

 

 

 

I have to say, I was so disappointed in the Pioneer Days parade this year. It just seemed to be one long commercial for businesses, hardly any floats that exhibited the theme, which was what? And any Tom, Dick,or Harry could drive his car in it. Where has the spirit of Pioneer Days gone? My dad was born north of Guymon in 1912, lived there his entire life, and died there in 1994. He was 81 years old. He was a true pioneer. He was a farmer who survived the dust bowl days. He saw so many things come to pass and he got to witness the evolution of all those wonderful things. He and so many like him are the kinds of people we need to honor with Pioneer Days. We should never forget our roots. People say that Guymon hasn't changed. Oh,yes it has!! No matter where I live, Guymon will always be home even though my parents have passed on. I am proud to say I am from Guymon. I enjoy coming home especially for Pioneer Days, but I hope next year it looks more like the Pioneer Days I grew up with. Pioneer Days is the one thing that shouldn't change and should always honor those who paved the way in the Panhandle.

Tyra (Haar) Combs - Holcomb, Kansas

  
  
 
 
 
 
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