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2026-09-24 · Dailyprogress

Virginia unemployment rate dips, but fewer people are seeking work - The Daily Progress

The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, the strongest monthly gain since March, driven by growth in food services, while unemployment remained at 4.1%. Virginia's unemployment rate dipped slightly in August to 3.6%, marking the second consecutive monthly decline, but the state's labor force continues to shrink as more workers drop out of the job market entirely. Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly. The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, the strongest monthly gain since March, driven by growth in food services, while unemployment r…

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