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Nov 18
1 min

Invitation for Bid For Workers Compensation Insurance

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. is accepting sealed bids for Workers Compensation Insurance. Bid...

Nov 15
1 min

Attract, Train, and Retain Veteran Talent Webinar

We hope you will join us for this great opportunity to learn about best practices from employers who know how to successfully recruit and

Nov 7
1 min

Join us in Welcoming Our New Veteran Employment Representative

When U.S. Air Force Veteran, Lieutenant Colonel Dale Olivo, was laid off as part of a reduction in force, he decided to visit the...

Oct 24
1 min

Arkansas’ Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.5 Percent in September

Arkansas’ civilian labor force decreased 653, a result of 2,445 fewer employed and 1,792 more unemployed Arkansans. The United States’ jobl

Oct 24
1 min

Women with Disabilities: Barriers and Bias in the Workplace

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Women’s Bureau is hosting the next webinar in its

Oct 13
1 min

The difference between a Job, a Career, and an Occupation

To learn more about job trends, the fastest-growing industries, the occupations with the most opportunities, and other information

Oct 13
2 min

Proposed Rule would help determine whether a Worker is an "Employee" or an "Independent Contractor"

The proposed rule would provide guidance on classifying workers and seeks to combat employee misclassification.

Oct 7
1 min

FREDERICK MCELWEE’S SUCCESS STORY

In May 2022, after being determined eligible for the WIOA Dislocated Program, he enrolled in the River Rock CDL Training program

Oct 6
2 min

Amazon hiring more than 100+ workers in North Little Rock, Arkansas

To fill hundreds of positions at its North Little Distribution Center, Amazon will work with the Central Arkansas Workforce Development

Oct 6
1 min

Workforce Development Board Meeting Scheduled for December 2022

The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board of Directors is scheduled to meet on December 5, 2022 at 4:00 pm.

Oct 5
2 min

2022 National Disability and Employment Awareness Month

The theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2022 is "Disability: Part of the Equity Equation" in honor of

Sep 16
1 min

Arkansas’ Unemployment Rate Increases to 3.4 Percent in August

According to a press release from the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services, labor force data produced by the United States Department of

Sep 14
1 min

ALEXIS BROWN'S SUCCESS STORY

Alexis enrolled in the River Rock CDL Training Program, where she learned the skills needed to become a CDL Driver.

Sep 9
2 min

New ‘Ready For Life’ Platform Unveiled to Provide Arkansans With Personalized Career Guidance

Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson announced the launch of an enhanced version of the state’s online Ready For Life platform.

Aug 29
1 min

You May Be Able to Pay Less for Internet Access or Even Get it Free

If your household income is 200% or less than the Federal Poverty Guidelines or someone in your household participates in certain government

Aug 22
1 min

Workforce Development Board Meeting Scheduled

The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board of Directors is scheduled to meet on September 19, 2022 at 4:00 pm.

Aug 19
2 min

6 Financial Resources to Help Support Your Education

The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Foundation serves all 75 counties in Arkansas and annually awards more than $1.9 million in

Aug 18
1 min

Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area Launches New Website

We are excited to announce the launch of our new website, which was made possible by the hard work and dedication of our Digital Media...

Aug 3
2 min

Resources to Help Young People Master Adulthood and Fulfill Their Careers

Every young individual requires a variety of resources to succeed as adults. We help young adults achieve their educational and employment..

Jul 28
2 min

Celebrating the American with Disabilities Act's 32nd Anniversary

Yesterday marked the 32nd anniversary of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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