Monthly Archives: September 2022

NCWorks Participates in Re-entry Simulation

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Rebecca

NCWorks staff participated in a re-entry simulation on Friday, September 30th, which was held as part of Recovery Month awareness in partnership with Watauga County LEAD.  During the event participants experienced the first month of post-release life tasks that must … more

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Bakersville Area Merchants Association hosts NCWorks NextGen Intern

Posted on September 26, 2022 by Rebecca

Abigail (Abby) Cook is serving as a Marketing Assistant intern with the Bakersville Area Merchants Association (BAMA) through the NCWorks NextGen program. Since beginning in May, she has assisted with various events for the town of Bakersville, which includes their … more

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Welcome New Workforce Director Misty Bishop-Price

Posted on September 8, 2022 by Rebecca

The High Country Council of Governments (HCCOG) and the High Country Workforce Development Board have selected Misty Bishop-Price to lead workforce development initiatives and programs in its seven (7) county region.  As the High Country Workforce Development Board (HCWDB) Director, … more

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Wilkes Leadership Visits NCWorks Career Center

Posted on September 8, 2022 by Rebecca

Members of the Leadership Wilkes program, sponsored by the Wilkes Chamber of Commerce, visited the NCWorks Career Center of Wilkes as part of their tour of local resources in serving the community. During the visit, local leaders heard from staff … more

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