Some good new for Idaho's unemployment situation as our rate stayed steady at 3.9 percent in January.  Those are the most current numbers available for the year. 

Employment was actually by nearly 2000 jobs across the state as we started 2016.

If you or someone you know is currently looking for work and having a hard time, snagajob.com has a top 15 tips list that include things like:

1.  Avoid grammatical errors on your application or resume.

2.  Make an application checklist

3.  Follow up on submitted applications

4.  Volunteer to help in the door

5.  Have help from friends and family.

To see the rest of their list, just click HERE.

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