DEED workforce grant coming to SE Minnesota

DEED grants in SE Minnesota

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(ABC 6 News) – The Minnesota Department of Economic Development announced a round of grants to support workforce development programs, and some of that money will land in our area.

Workforce Development Incorporated in Rochester will get $475 thousand to improve training for forklift operators, certified nursing assistants and more.

In Zumbrota, Three Rivers Community Action will get $120 thousand to provide job training and financial literacy.