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California Expands Apprenticeship Funding to Strengthen Workforce Pipeline
California is continuing to invest heavily in workforce development with a new round of funding aimed at expanding apprenticeship opportunities and preparing residents for long-term careers in high-demand industries. State leaders view apprenticeships as a critical...
Silver at the Center of the Future: Powering Solar, Data Centers, and Industrial Growth
Solar Projects and Data Centers Drive Rising Demand for Silver Silver is rapidly becoming one of the most important materials supporting both the clean-energy transition and the expansion of digital infrastructure. As solar power installations grow and data centers...
Valley Morning Insight Highlights the Future of the High Desert Workforce
The most recent Valley Morning Insight event placed a strong focus on workforce development, as Mountain Desert Career Pathways (MDCP) led the discussion and local high school students showcased projects created through their Career Technical Education (CTE) programs....
ICR Brings 2026 Employment Law Insights to the High Desert
On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, ICR Staffing Services, Inc. provided an in-depth 2026 Employment Laws Update to members of the Greater High Desert Chamber of Commerce, helping local employers prepare for significant changes to California employment law taking effect in...
Federal Funding Fuels Job Growth and Training in the High Desert
A new wave of federal investment is bringing promising opportunities to the High Desert, as the government rolls out $30 million in grants to support job growth and workforce training in mining and other emerging industries. The funding aims to strengthen career...
ICR’s Annual Turkey Distribution 2025
For more than three decades, ICR has proudly upheld a High Desert tradition that represents far more than a holiday meal. ICR’s long-standing Thanksgiving Turkey Drive began over 30 years ago with a simple but powerful request. While serving on the United Way board,...
Barrick’s Fourmile Gold Discovery Poised to Redefine the Industry
New studies from Barrick confirm what many in mining circles have already anticipated: the Fourmile project in Nevada is shaping up to be one of this century’s most significant gold finds. The latest Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) highlights its rare...
Gold Mining Market Poised for Strong Growth
The North American gold mining industry is entering a period of major expansion, with the market expected to grow from $43.5 billion in 2024 to more than $63 billion by 2035. This growth reflects both traditional and emerging forces shaping the sector. Gold continues...
How to Respond to Workplace Accidents
Workplace accidents and injuries remain one of the biggest costs a business can face, with an estimated price tag of $250 billion each year. These incidents have a human cost as well, as the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 5,190 deaths from workplace injuries in...
Streamline Your Training Process for Better Results
Knowing how to streamline your training process will help your employees be successful and keep them around for the long haul. What you do in your new hires’ first days with the company is essential. In fact, a study by the Brandon Hall Group found that organizations...
How to Mitigate Risk with Contingent Workers
Companies are increasingly relying on “contingent workers. This is term encompassing temporary employees, freelancers, independent contractors (ICs) and consultants. A report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office found contingent workers make up 40% of the...
Overcoming Job Search Anxiety
Overcoming job search anxiety isn't easy, especially when you are in the middle of a job search. You may have noticed the longer your search goes on, the more anxious you become. The good news is there are activities you can work into your job search that won’t just...
How Technology Improves Recruiting Efforts
Embracing Technology to Improve the Hiring Process A few years ago, we posted about some cutting-edge recruiting ideas which explained how technology can improve your recruiting efforts. But when you broaden your focus to the whole hiring cycle, you’ll find even more...
Why You Should Enact a Near-Miss Program
Call it what you like—a “close call,” “narrow escape,” or “near hit. A National Safety Council fact sheet refers to it as a “near-miss." They define it as an “unplanned event that did not result in injury, illness or damage – but had the potential to do so.” The fact...
Advice for Protecting Your Hearing on the Job
Protecting your hearing on the job is a must. If you work in a factory or a warehouse, you are no doubt mindful of the many occupational hazards you need to look out for in the workplace. But while you’re probably aware of the dangers of heavy machinery and hazardous...
7 Ways to Show Employees You Care
When you show employees you care, they are going to work harder, be happier and also be more loyal to your business. Here are eight fun ways to do that. Show Employees You Care with These Tips 1. Offer Flexible Scheduling Options When high-performing employees are...
Top 10 Workplace Safety Violations – And How to Avoid Them
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) puts out an annual list of its Top 10 workplace safety violations. In this Workplace Safety spotlight, we’ll count down the list and give you suggestions for avoiding these violations in your facility. OSHA's...
Warehouse Safety Guidelines
It should come as no surprise that warehouse safety is serious business. In fact, warehouses are among the most potentially dangerous places in which to work. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports the fatal injury rate for the warehousing...
How to Reenter the Job Market Successfully
Are you ready to reenter the job market? People have all kinds of good reasons for taking a step back from employment. Perhaps it's starting or spending time with a family, furthering your education, and getting a mental reset. But when it comes time to restart their...
5 Ways to Increase Employee Retention
It goes without saying that employee retention is crucial to your business’s success. So as a manager, keeping your employees motivated and engaged should be top of mind. If you’re looking for fresh ideas for motivating your workforce, start with these five ideas. 5...
3 Ways to Stay Positive During Your Job Search
If you’re in the middle of a job search, it's difficult to stay positive. This is especially true if you've been turned down a few times. However, it's important not to despair because that perfect job opportunity is just around the corner. You just have to refresh...