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Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Hosts His Annual College and Career Fair

BOLTON, MISSISSIPPI – Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announces his 8thAnnual College and Career Fair for the Second Congressional District of Mississippi.  The fair will be October 3, 2014 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Washington County Convention Center, 1040 S. Raceway Road, Greenville, MS 38703.    The fair is free and open to the public. 

The Fair will have several representatives on hand from colleges and universities including some from out of state, apprenticeships and trade programs on hand; as well as several employers from the government and private sector.  I am inviting all businesses with current job openings to participate.  I am also inviting all forms of institutions of higher learning to participate.  The entire public is invited along with high school students, college students, and parents.

New to the fair, Congressman Thompson has invited a local credit union to showcase a “Reality Fair” to promote the youth financial experience. A “Reality Fair” is an interactive financial literacy tool for high school students.

Registration closed on September 5, 2014; however, vendors may register by calling Timla Washington at 662-335-9003 or emailing her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

For any other questions you may have please contact Timla G. Washington at 662-335-9003.  See you at the fair!