Workforce & Hiring: Washington State Ferries cut service after 23 engine-room workers called in sick and qualified relief staff declined, leaving 13 of 18 vessels out of service and disrupting Puget Sound travel. Small Business & Cash Flow: Crown Office Supplies promotes Net 30 terms for schools, nonprofits and public agencies to handle budget delays and late payments. Local Jobs & Career Support: Allen County’s Oct. 9 Veteran Stand Down in Fort Wayne will pair veterans with a job fair, career services, and community resources. Corporate Hiring: Dangote Refinery posts 24 vacancies across procurement, logistics, supply chain, compliance, IT and sustainability at its DPRP site. AI & Safety: A former OpenAI/Anthropic employee warns lawmakers that major AI firms lack safeguards to stop systems pursuing unintended goals. Labor Market Signals: NFIB reports small business hiring slowed in September as owners struggle to find qualified workers. Workplace Flexibility: Retail and office employers in Ukraine weigh rotations, remote work and temporary relocation plans amid Dnipro logistics strain. Community & Employment: A Vallejo exhibit highlights Gaza daily life through photography and film, while North Vancouver election Q&As include small-business priorities.