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How Do I Enroll in the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)?
The Housing Choice Voucher Program, generally known as Section 8, is a federal government program that assists low-income families in
Jun 28, 20212 min read
Teen Jobs: Child Labor work permits no longer required in Arkansas
Obtaining a work permit in Arkansas is considerably simpler than most teenagers believe, but the entire procedure might be somewhat...
Jun 18, 20211 min read
How do I apply to participate in WIC?
WIC is available at all Local Health Units in Arkansas, satellite clinics and four WIC-only Clinics. You can apply for and receive WIC...
Jun 16, 20212 min read
Arkansas launching website for job-seekers, offering free job skills courses
In an effort to boost Arkansas' workforce, the state is launching a free service for people looking for a job.
Jun 15, 20211 min read
Fast Facts on SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the largest federal nutrition assistance program, serving an average of 12% of the 7
Jun 14, 20212 min read
Pandemic Rental Assistance for Struggling Arkansans
We opened Arkansas’s rental-assistance program this week, and today I’d like to talk about how we will help renters and landlords who are st
May 21, 20212 min read
US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR LAUNCHES CAREER WORKSHOPS TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO TRANSITIONING MILITARY SPOUSE
Offered by the department’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service, the workshops help military spouses’ in their job search planning....
May 18, 20211 min read
Arkansas to Address Social And Emotional Needs Of Students And Families
The National Governors Association (NGA) will collaborate with Arkansas on strategies for equitably meeting the social-emotional needs...
May 6, 20211 min read
Arkansas Department of Labor awarded $796,170 to operate Reemployment Services Program
The Arkansas Department of Labor has been awarded $796,170 to operate their Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessments Program.
Apr 22, 20211 min read
How Employers Can Support Their Employees
Employers are talking about employee mental health more than before. Even pre-pandemic, employers were already learning to be more proactive
Mar 15, 20213 min read
How To File Your Taxes For Free
There are many different ways to file your taxes for free, but these options are typically reserved for folks with under certain income thre
Mar 11, 20214 min read
PUA Claimants Must Verify ID & Show Proof of Employment to Qualify for Benefits
Those filing for PUA can find full details on the documentation requirements, including a list of acceptable forms of documentation...
Feb 16, 20213 min read
Workplace Posters are Available to Employers for Free
Arkansas businesses are being solicited by private companies to pay for required labor law posters that the Arkansas Department of Labor...
Feb 10, 20211 min read
Arkansas Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Portal is Now Available to Receive Claims
Arkansas Division of Workforce Services' PUA website to expedite payments for those seeking pandemic unemployment assistance (PUA) is ready.
Feb 2, 20212 min read
Important Information for Victims of Unemployment Insurance Fraud
In order to fully resolve the allegation, you must file a police report for possible identity theft and submit a copy of your police report
Jan 28, 20212 min read
9 Ways the Online World Can Help Your Business Career
The online world means that you can more easily access information such as this to learn more about your own career progression and ...
Jan 19, 20218 min read
VIRTUAL JOB FAIR GUIDE FOR JOBSEEKERS
As many services shift to a heavier online presence in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, job fairs have also gone virtual.
Nov 12, 20203 min read
Have You Been Targeted or Fallen Victim to Unemployment Fraud?
Unemployment Insurance (UI) fraud is a crime that affects everyone. Criminal enterprises using stolen personal information.
Jul 27, 20203 min read
Starting June 28, 2020 UI Recipients Must Verify they are Looking for Work
Commerce Secretary Mike Preston announced that, starting June 28, Arkansans receiving unemployment benefits will once again be required ...
Jun 17, 20202 min read
A Powerful Tool to Help You Hold Your Employee Team Together
The Shared Work Program available through Arkansas Department of Workforce Services and the Department of Labor is a powerful tool to help..
Apr 19, 20202 min read
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