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Tenn. inmates earn construction certification to compete for jobs

A new program aims to keep streets safe by working with men already behind bars

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A new program to keep our streets safe by working with men already locked up for committing crimes.

The job market is tough for people out of work, and it’s even tougher for convicted felons.

However, WREG has learned there’s a push inside one Mississippi prison to give inmates the upper hand when filling out those applications.

Full story: Inmates Earn Impressive Construction Certification To Compete For Jobs