ELKHART — Two of the largest companies in the recreational vehicle industry have combined into one, following an announcement by Thor Industries that it has purchased Jayco Corp. for about $576 million.

By CHUCK KNEBL Communications Manager, WorkOne SYRACUSE — WorkOne is joining AIA Countertops to organize a hiring event with more than 20 openings; the event is slated for 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at the company’s Syracuse facility, 203 S. Huntington St. More than 20 openings are available for first and second …read more.

By MAGGIE BARRERA Human Resource Services, Gulf Stream Coach Gulf Stream Coach, Inc., a leading manufacturer in the RV industry will be hosting a job fair from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, in our Nappanee location, 717 S. Oakland Ave, at the employment center. We are seeking applicants with good work history, …read more.

By MATT DEITCHLEY Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, Ivy Tech Community College North Central Ivy Tech Community College offers a new learning experience for residents interested in acquiring hands on training and other key skills needed to jumpstart a career in the recreational vehicle industry. The RV Industry Production Associate Training Program is a …read more.

Jayco Inc., a recreational vehicle developer and manufacturer, announced plans today to expand its headquarters here, creating up to 65 new jobs by 2015. Jayco will invest $2.9 million to add a 77,000-square-foot extension to an existing 62,000 square-foot facility in Middlebury. The new addition, slated to be complete in May, will house production for …read more.

The Elkhart-Goshen area has made the top 10 list of American cities adding the most jobs since the peak of the recession. Wall Street 24/7 compiled the list, which examines metropolitan areas that have experienced the largest job growth from June 2009 to June 2012. The website highlights the continuing rebound in the Elkhart-Goshen area, …read more.