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Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board to hold quarterly meeting September 15
The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board of Directors has announced its upcoming quarterly meeting, scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025, at 4 p.m.
Sep 81 min read


City of Keo, Invenergy Partner to Launch “Keo Commons” Community Hub
The City of Keo is preparing for a major community transformation thanks to a new partnership with Invenergy, the renewable energy company behind a $600 million solar project in Lonoke and Pulaski counties.
Sep 51 min read


Central Region Community Resource Meetings set for September
Community partners across Central Arkansas are invited to attend upcoming Community Resource Meetings scheduled throughout September 2025.
Aug 222 min read


Success Spotlight: Joseph Moore finds his path to employment
Joseph Moore finds his path to employment
Aug 221 min read


Conway Housing Authority to Host Job Fair on October 8
The Conway Housing Authority, in partnership with the Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area and the Arkansas Workforce Centers, will host a community-wide Job Fair on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Aug 201 min read


Amazon hiring for Warehouse roles across the East Region
Amazon is actively hiring for both regular and seasonal warehouse positions across multiple locations in the East Region, offering opportunities for job seekers to join one of the nation’s largest and most dynamic employers.
Aug 181 min read


Amazon to Host Virtual Information Session on August 21
Job seekers interested in joining one of the nation’s leading employers will have the opportunity to learn more about Amazon’s career opportunities during a virtual information session on Thursday, August 21, 2025, from noon to 1 p.m. CST.
Aug 181 min read


UA-Little Rock MidSOUTH Center offers free Virtual Prevention Training Opportunities September 22–25
The training series will be held September 22–25, 2025, and is open to regional prevention providers, Drug-Free Communities (DFC) partners, Partnerships for Success (PFS) partners, coalition members, task force representatives, and other community stakeholders.
Aug 181 min read


Job Opportunity: One-Stop Manager Needed at Conway Workforce Center
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking a qualified professional to serve as One-Stop Manager at the Arkansas Workforce Center located in Conway.
Jul 251 min read


Delta Regional Authority Announces $9.7 Million in Disaster Recovery Relief Funding
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has announced the availability of approximately $9.7 million in federal funding to support disaster recovery and infrastructure resilience across the Delta region.
Jul 32 min read


Arkansas Advanced Energy Foundation Launches SkillStream to Strengthen Central Arkansas Workforce
The Arkansas Advanced Energy Foundation (AAEF), in collaboration with Metroplan, is excited to announce the launch of SkillStream—a new, employer-driven initiative aimed at building a skilled and inclusive workforce for Arkansas’s growing advanced energy sector.
Jul 22 min read


Free Youth Dental Screenings Offered This Summer in Little Rock
This summer, the Arkansas Department of Health is partnering with Be Mighty and the Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) to offer free dental screenings for children at local library branches and meal sites across Little Rock.
Jul 21 min read


Business Spotlight: EcoPump HVAC, LLC Drives Workforce Success
EcoPump HVAC, LLC, a residential and commercial service provider based in the Little Rock metro area, is at the forefront of eco-friendly heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions.
Jun 232 min read


Success Corner – June 2025: Spotlight on River Rock CDL Training, LLC and the Power of Partnership
The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area (CAWDA) has partnered with River Rock CDL Training, LLC to equip individuals with the skills necessary for success in the transportation field.
Jun 202 min read


CAPDD to Host Series of Board Meetings June 26
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) has announced a series of important Board of Directors meetings scheduled for Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Jun 182 min read


Success Corner – June 2025 Celebrating Partnership: Lonoke-Prairie County Adult Education and Workforce Center Collaboration
In June 2025, “Success Corner” shines a spotlight on the powerful partnership between Lonoke-Prairie County Adult Education and the Lonoke Workforce Center—a collaboration that continues to transform lives across central Arkansas.
Jun 162 min read


Success Spotlight – June 2025: Phillip Isom’s Journey to a Brighter Future Through WIOA
Phillip Isom is a determined individual who turned potential into progress with the help of the WIOA Program.
Jun 102 min read


Support a Great Cause at the Habitat for Humanity Fish Fry Fundraiser
Residents of Saline County and surrounding areas are invited to come together for a delicious cause on Friday, June 6, as Habitat for Humanity of Saline County, AR, hosts its annual Fish Fry Fundraiser.
Jun 41 min read


Arkansas Construction Exposure Academy Set to Launch June 2025
The upcoming launch of the Arkansas Construction Exposure Academy – Cohort 1 is set to begin in June 2025.
Jun 31 min read


Introducing Resource Connect: A Powerful Tool for Connecting Clients to Essential Services
Designed with accessibility and impact in mind, Resource Connect empowers service providers, case managers, and individuals to connect with local support services across Arkansas.
May 271 min read

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