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12A • COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL • NOVEMBER 28, 2018 Only two major industries cut jobs last month as Oregon adds 4,600 workers In October, Oregon’s non- farm payroll employment grew by 4,600 jobs, following a revised gain of 4,700 jobs in September. Monthly gains in Octo- ber were widespread, with nine of the top 13 industries adding jobs, led by profes- sional and business services (+1,500 jobs); wholesale trade (+1,000 jobs); and gov- ernment (+1,000 jobs). Only two major industries cut jobs substantially in Oc- tober: private educational services (-800 jobs) and fi - nancial activities (-900 jobs). Oregon’s unemployment rate was 3.8 percent in Oc- tober, the same as in August and September. Th ese were Oregon’s lowest unemploy- ment rates since comparable records began in 1976. Th e U.S. unemployment rate held steady at 3.7 percent in both September and Octo- ber. Oregon’s nonfarm payroll employment increased by 38,100 jobs, or 2.0 percent, since October 2017. In that time, construction remained the fastest growing industry, with a gain of 8,200 jobs, or 8.2 percent. Health care and social as- sistance added 6,200 jobs, or 2.6 percent. Professional and business services also grew rapidly, adding 5,400 jobs, or 2.2 percent. However, three of Oregon’s major indus- tries slowed recently, with gains close to one percent since October 2017: fi nan- cial activities (+1,000 jobs, or 1.0%); leisure and hospitality (+1,700 jobs, or 0.8%); and retail trade (+1,200 jobs, or 0.6%). And two industries de- clined over the year: informa- tion ( 100 jobs, or -0.3%) and private educational services (-800 jobs, or -2.2%). Over the past two years, retail trade has seen mul- tiple store closures and the bankruptcies of several ma- jor national retailers. Th ese closures and other factors contributed to a moderation in overall retail employment growth. Since October 2016, Ore- gon’s retail employment grew at an annual rate of only 1.0 percent, which was about half the growth rate of Oregon’s total nonfarm payroll em- ployment. Somewhat counterbalanc- ing retail’s slowing was mod- erate growth in wholesale trade (up 2.8 percent in the past 12 months) and in trans- portation, warehousing, and utilities, which grew consis- tently close to a three percent annual rate over the past six years. Umpqua Christmas tree permits on sale, free passes for 4th graders Christmas tree permits are on sale until Dec. 21 at all Umpqua National Forest of- fi ces. For many families, the excursion into the forest to cut a Christmas tree is an an- nual holiday tradition. Th e Umpqua National For- est would like to thank the lo- cal vendors who have agreed to help us sell Tree permits. “We really have to thank our local vendors who have each helped make this program a success,” said Alice Carlton, Umpqua National Forest Su- pervisor. “Th eir dedication to this program ensures that ev- eryone who wishes a permit has easy access to buying one.” Permits are available at Umpqua National Forest offi ces in Roseburg, Glide, Tiller, Toketee and Cottage Grove between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Th e hunt for a Christmas tree is a great way for families to get into fresh air aft er their holiday meal. Th e permits are for person- al use only and cost $5 per tree. Th ere’s a limit of fi ve tree permits per household. Permits may be used only on those lands open to Christmas tree harvesting on the Umpqua National You don’t have to face your problems alone Alan D. Walker A Masters Level Christian Counselor Forest. Maps identifying these areas will be provided at the time of permit purchase. As part of the ongoing na- tional initiative Every Kid in a Park, fourth graders who get their free pass to access thou- sands of fee sites across the country may also bring that pass into their local Forest Service offi ce and receive one Christmas tree permit, free of charge. NEW EXPANDED HOURS Mon- Th urs 11- 9 • Fri - Sat 11 - 10 • Sun 11 - 7 Locally Sourced PIG & TURNIP EST Specializing in: Premarital, Marriage, and Family Grief & Loss, Depression & Anxiety Offi ces in Cottage Grove, Yoncalla, and Roseburg 541-817-6271 AlanWalkerPACO@gmail.com To get the fourth graders in your life their free Every Kid in a Park pass, visit www.ev- erykidinapark.gov. Please note that the fourth grade pass holder must be present, with his or her pass, to receive the free permit. Forest visitors are advised to be prepared for adverse weather and winter road con- ditions when heading out to the woods. 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Mon-Thurs 9M-5PM FRI 9AM-4PM 257 N. 8th St 541-942-5000 www.PCVI.com Happy Holidays MARK YOUR CALENDARS Cottage Grove Christmas Kickoff is the First Saturday in December! We appreciation those who have made our success possible. To Thank you... Please use this gift for 20% off your next cash purchase. Check out our Facebook Page for EXTRA HOLIDAYS SAVINGS! Books On Main 319 E. Main, Cottage Grove 541-942-7423 Expires 01/31/19 One Coupon Per Person Please Buy 2 Ornaments Get 1 FREE* A Cottage Grove Family Tradition Sat., Dec. 1st - Activities all day 5PM Tree Lighting at All America City Square Full Event Schedule available at C.G. Visitor Center A Cottage Grove Chamber Event * Free ornament of equal or lesser value, no additional discounts (valid 11-29-18 to 12-05-18) 119 S. 6th Street • 541-942-0505 2018 Featuring Handcraft s, International ti Food Court, & Live Music Lane Events Center • Free Admission • Free Parking DONATE NOW! 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