But there is something different about the Hopefest. Organizers are looking to encourage those looking for a job in a tough economy with messages of hope and education.
This comes at a critical time for people in Tulare County. Recent unemployment rates show in April Tulare County's unemployment rate was 15.4 percent, meaning nearly 3,200 people were without a job. Visalia has an unemployment rate of 9.6 percent.
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