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Arkansas Baptist College Adult Education: Empowering learners for over 50 years
For more than half a century, Arkansas Baptist College's Adult Education program has been a beacon of opportunity in Central Arkansas—helping adults gain the education, skills, and confidence needed to achieve their goals.
Oct 312 min read


Free Pharmacy Technician & Microsoft Office 365 Classes offered at UA–PTC
The University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College (UA-PTC) Adult Education Program is offering two free classes designed to prepare individuals for rewarding careers and enhance essential workplace skills — Pharmacy Technician and Microsoft Office 365.
Oct 282 min read


Free Legal Services Clinic coming to El Dorado
Legal Aid of Arkansas is hosting a Free Legal Services Clinic on Thursday, November 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Simmons Bank, 2nd Floor, 100 W. Grove St., El Dorado, AR 71730.
Oct 201 min read


The Refuge: Addressing the urgent need for family shelter in Faulkner County
The Refuge is a vision born out of compassion and urgency: a place where children and parents can find immediate safety, stability, and hope.
Oct 12 min read


Little Rock Air Force Base hosts Fall Career & Education Fair
The Little Rock Air Force Base is set to host its annual Fall Career & Education Fair on Thursday, September 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Kenny.
Sep 231 min read


Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church hosts Job Fair 2025 on October 11
The event will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MPBC Family Life Center, 800 Page Mill Road, North Little Rock, AR 72117.
Sep 221 min read


Arkansas Department of Human Services and WIOA: Building Pathways to a Brighter Future
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.
Sep 121 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


Central Arkansas Planning and Development District announces upcoming meetings
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) has announced two upcoming meetings scheduled for Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the CAPDD Office, located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, Arkansas.
Aug 212 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


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


Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area hosting hiring event in Conway
The event will take place on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Faulkner County Library, located at 1900 Tyler Street in Conway.
Aug 181 min read


Free Civil Legal Clinic Coming to Conway
Residents of Conway and surrounding communities will have the opportunity to receive free legal assistance during an upcoming Civil Legal Clinic hosted by Legal Aid of Arkansas. The event will take place on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Faulkner County Library, located at 1900 Tyler Street, Conway, Arkansas.
Aug 121 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


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


Empowering Communities Through Workforce Services: Central Arkansas Workforce Centers Offer Life-Changing Opportunities
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs offer tailored support to help you succeed in today’s job market.
Jun 22 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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