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Geographer, Jen Watkins is focusing her current research in Louisville, KY.

For owners and for labor, restaurants are difficult

Kayte Young

A conversation with geographer Jen Watkins on her experience as a server and her research on the industry.

In 2022, the median hourly wage for a woman in Indiana was $21.53. But after factoring in taxes and typical child care costs, an average worker at that rate could earn less than $4.

Low wages, child care availability push women out of Indiana's workforce, study says

Timoria Cunningham

In 2022, the median hourly wage for a woman in Indiana was $21.53. But after factoring in taxes and typical child care costs, an average worker at that rate could earn less than $4.

From restaurant to research [replay]

Kayte Young

A conversation with geographer Jen Watkins on her experience as a server and her research on the industry.

Rethinking the restaurant industry

Kayte Young

A conversation with geographer Jen Watkins on her experience as a server and her research on the industry.

Valparaiso could house Indiana’s second union Starbucks

Adam Rayes

In past statements, Starbucks has urged against unionizing, arguing management can address workers’ concerns better without interference from a third party.

Some companies are still planning major hiring efforts in Indiana despite the current tight labor market and warning signs of an economic downturn.

Some companies still plan large hiring efforts despite tight labor market, economic warning signs

Adam Rayes

Indiana’s September unemployment rate remained near historic lows at 2.7 percent, preliminary federal data show, re-emphasizing how difficult it is for employers to find and attract workers in this labor market.