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Ann Arbor, Lansing make top ten list for hiring veterans

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On this Veterans’ Day, there’s some good news to report for people transitioning from the military back into civilian life. A recent national survey ranks Ann Arbor and Lansing among the top 10 best medium-sized cities in the nation for hiring veterans.Still, significant barriers remain between veterans who have a tough time marketing their skills and hiring managers who struggle to find this highly coveted work force.  Current State’s Kevin Lavery reports.

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