The Arkansas Mission of Mercy (AMOM) Dental Clinic will provide free dental services to Arkansans of all ages during a two-day clinic scheduled for April 10–11, 2026, at the Conway Expo Center, located at 2505 East Oak Street, Conway, AR 72032.

The warming center will be located at Northside Church of Christ, 917 N. East Street in Benton.

The School of Dental Medicine is preparing to welcome new patients and provide services that support healthy smiles for individuals and families across Central Arkansas.

At just 21 years old, Terrius Williams is already demonstrating what dedication, training, and hands-on experience can accomplish.

CAPDD Meeting Notification The Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District Board of Directors and the Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) Board of Directors will hold their meetings on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the CAPDD Office in Lonoke. The Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled for 9:45 a.m., followed by the Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Direct

The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board (CAWDB) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Audit and Monitoring Services.

The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is now accepting applications and resumes for a Career Consultant to be based at the Arkansas Workforce Center in North Little Rock.

Good stuff, cheap… and great jobs too! Ollie’s is coming to Conway for a Hiring Event, January 14–16, 2026, at the Arkansas Workforce Center. Competitive pay, solid benefits, and associate discounts—don’t miss your chance to join the team!

The Arkansas Department of Commerce, in partnership with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, has announced that Arkansas’ seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 4.1% in November, up from 3.9% in September.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is once again offering free, IRS-certified tax preparation services to individuals and families earning $69,000 or less per year from January 28 through April 1 at 1107 Main St. in Conway.

To ensure family caregivers have the support, encouragement, and resources they need, CareLink is expanding its outreach and services across Central Arkansas, including plans to facilitate a monthly Family Caregiver Support Group.

Central Arkansas workforce and community partners are invited to attend a series of County Community Resources Meetings taking place throughout February 2026.

The rate increased one-tenth of a percentage point, moving from 3.8% in August to 3.9% in September.

Notice: City of Lonoke Public Hearing A second public hearing regarding the City of Lonoke’s ongoing Sewer Rehabilitation Project—funded through the Arkansas Economic Development Commission’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program—will take place on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held at Lonoke City Hall, 107 W. Second Street, Lonoke, AR 72086. This hearing provides an opportunity to update residents on the current scope and progress of

The Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District, the Central Arkansas Chief Elected Officials Consortium, and the Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) have announced their upcoming Board of Directors meetings, all scheduled for Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street, Lonoke, Arkansas.

Schneider—one of America’s busiest and most trusted carriers—has the freight and the opportunities to keep you rolling now and long after the new year begins.

The event will take place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jacksonville Boys and Girls Club, located at 1 Boys Club Drive, Jacksonville, AR 72076.

The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board of Directors will convene for its quarterly meeting on December 1, 2025, at 4 p.m. 

Samvontaye Cromwell’s journey is a powerful reminder that determination, opportunity, and support can change the course of someone’s future.

Partnerships for a Purpose will take place on Thursday, November 20, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at 205 East South Street, Benton, AR 72015.