For employers, finding employees remains difficult.  The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce CEO Lisa Farquharson says it doesn’t matter whether it is a front-entry job or administration, getting applicants has been a challenge.  Farquharson says the shortage of employees has forced some businesses to adjust and shorten their hours and cut some services.  She adds there are many different factors, ranging from people being able to work from home to housing costs in the Gorge, but adds this is a nationwide issue, and businesses are having to adapt to it.