Morning News: Unemployment Benefit Applications Increase, Boise Non-Profit Launches Cottage Industry

US unemployment benefit applications rise to 367,000, level consistent with only modest hiring – “The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose to a seasonally adjusted 367,000, a level consistent with only modest hiring.” The Washington Post

Five Takeaways From The First Presidential Debate – “Mitt Romney may have given his campaign something of a reset with his performance in the first debate against President Obama.” NPR

All-natural canine snacks make for valuable income, experience and job opportunities at The Arc of Idaho – “The Arc is now home to its own in-house cottage industry: B’Arc Bones. Sales of peanut butter-flavored dog biscuits — $5 to $6 a bag at various Treasure Valley retailers — raise money for The Arc’s programs. “ Idaho Statesman

Job Seekers Get Creative – “Steve Albrecht had a sinking feeling when his special education contract with Twin Falls School District expired in June. “I started looking for a job a month before, to see what was out there,” he said. “I was a little discouraged.”” Times-News