The primary reason for these increases was the large number of students and seasonal workers who entered the labor market looking for work.

Due to the overall sluggish conditions in the economy, many of these entrants were unable to find work. Still, some jobseekers were able to find jobs in one of several seasonal industries, including construction, retail trade, and leisure and hospitality. Although job gains in these industries were smaller than expected, they were the result of continued seasonal hiring.

Jeffrey Hogan can be reached at (810) 664-0811, Ext. 8106 or www.editor@countypress.com.