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PINELLAS COUNTY When COVID-19 forced the closure of shops, restaurants, hotels, bars, and entertainment venues, many people found themselves without jobs. Though job loss is regrettable, St. Petersburg Colleges Dean of Workforce Development Michael Ramsey says the downtime is a great time to earn some new credentials. “Now is a great time for unemployed []

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