Local Unemployment Rate in Context

Scott P. Rogers Thursday, July 31, 2014

The unemployment rate went up in June 2014 for the Harrrisonburg - Rockingham Metro Area. Read today's Daily News Record article for more details.

Keep in mind, however, that....

The unemployment rate seems to always go up at this time of year. (yellow arrows above)
The unemployment rate continues to trend down year-over-year. (blue arrow above)

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