With clear goals and strong motivation, Jason Lacis began his journey toward success through the support of workforce development programs.

The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program have formed a powerful partnership to help Arkansans overcome barriers, gain essential skills, and build lasting careers.

HMS Manufacturing Co. LLC is a family-owned business with more than 35 years of innovation in home organization products.

Conway Ministry Center is an organization dedicated to building bridges between individuals experiencing the immediate effects of poverty and homelessness and the resources—both physical and spiritual—needed to create lasting transformation.

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

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.

Community partners across Central Arkansas are invited to attend upcoming Community Resource Meetings scheduled throughout September 2025.

Joseph Moore finds his path to employment

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) has announced a series of important Board of Directors meetings scheduled for Thursday, June 26, 2025.

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.