Local industry leaders have sounded the alarm on the lack of skilled trade workers available for critical manufacturing and construction jobs. This trend also has been noted nationally causing educational institutions like community colleges and trade schools to develop programs aimed at luring students and those interested in changing careers. Dr. Quintin Kidd, Director of the Judy Wason Center for Public Policy at Christopher Newport University said there are several factors driving this shortage including schools push for academic over vocational classes

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