Bridging the Generational Gap on the Job Site
Step onto any job site, factory floor, or hospital ward in Mississippi, and you will see a fascinating dynamic: a 20-something apprentice learning the ropes from a 50-something master of the craft. Apprenticeships are fundamentally about passing knowledge from one generation to the next. But let’s be honest—that age gap can sometimes feel like a […]
Serving Those Who Served: A Veteran’s Quick Path to Employment
Mr. Phillip Durbin visited the Tupelo WIN Job Center on January 6, 2026, where staff referred him to the Veteran Employment Coordinator (VEC) based on his responses to the VEC Eligibility Screening Tool. During their first meeting, the VEC introduced Mr. Durbin to the JVSG program, explained the services available, and conducted a comprehensive assessment […]