A November 15 federal court decision prevents employers from having to comply with an increase in the salary threshold for white-collar exemptions from overtime, a threshold that had been set to rise to $58,656 annually as of January 1, 2025. That means the salary threshold for white-collar exemptions is effectively back to the 2019 overtime Read More…
As we begin working on the 2025 Membership Directory & Referral Guide, it is important that you check your listings and make any changes or updates soon. Changes to your directory listing can easily be made anytime by logging in to our Member Information Center and making updates there. If you still need to create Read More…
by Kate Whitling As we approach the end of the year, it’s easy to let the holiday season take over and push productivity to the back burner. But December is the perfect time to finish strong, get ahead, and set the stage for an even better new year. Here are some quick productivity hacks to Read More…
Deb Thompson has been promoted to senior branch office administrator at the Oil City branch office of financial services firm Edward Jones. Thompson has been with Edward Jones the past four years. Donna Rapp, the local Edward Jones financial advisor, said Thompson is very deserving of the promotion. “Deb has demonstrated an outstanding ability to Read More…
As the holiday season approaches, our community comes together once again in a remarkable display of generosity and compassion. Local organizations, businesses, and individuals join forces to support those in need, highlighting the true spirit of giving that defines this time of year. Across Venango County, businesses contribute in countless ways—through financial donations, in-kind gifts, Read More…