Rutherford County, NC remains among the high unemployment counties of the state. Our local newspaper, The Courier gives the following information: In just three months, nearly 1,000 in Rutherford County have lost their jobs. Continental AFA announced its closing on July 25, dropping 200 employees; Hanesbrands, Inc. shut down its Forest City plant a month ago with 470 employees; and the Town of Forest had to layoff at least 30 employees as a result of the plant closings. A Steve & Barry’s store also closed recently. It employed 100 workers at its peak.“ This is a terrible loss for the county, especially for families that are involved in the closing,” said County Manager John Condrey. “ I can only say that the county is working very hard to recruit new business and work with existing companies to create jobs. The current financial situation of the country makes this a very challenging time for job losses.”
These job shutdowns affect other segments of our community. The county suffers not only from high unemployment, but low wage scales. Sadly, churches are suffering as well.
While trying to stay neutral on the political arena, I said several months ago that the candidate who would address the economic situation in our nation would win the election. I believe this crisis has hit the hearts of our citizens more than other issues. Whether the nominee will be able to follow through with his promises will take a while to be seen, but it is obvious that the heart of America desperately wants help in this area. They are voting with their pocketbook in mind.
Blessings,
Pastor Ronnie
No comments:
Post a Comment