The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area was pleased to partner with HMS for a successful job fair held in Jacksonville on May 13. The event drew an outstanding response from the community, with more than 50 applicants attending and participating in on-site interviews. The strong turnout reflected the growing need for employment opportunities and meaningful employer partnerships within the region. We are grateful for the collaboration and are excited about the positive

The Every Arkansan 24:7 Dad® program is an evidence-based initiative aimed at empowering fathers in Central Arkansas. It focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary for effective fatherhood, addressing challenges such as poverty and underemployment. The program includes workshops that cover various fathering topics, such as parenting skills, relationship health, and financial literacy. It aims to restore dignity and improve family cohesion, providing fathers with

The United Stated Department of Agriculture, Small Business Administration, Small Business Development Center, and Apex Accelerator have partnered to equip agricultural enterprises and other small businesses with the tools, resources, and knowledge required to navigate the product to market journey. Participants will obtain best practices an enhance their understanding of how to convert innovative ideas to buyer ready products. Join us for this virtual webinar to hear from

What is criminal record sealing? Sealing a criminal record hides it from the public and most background checks, but doesn't erase it. This can make finding a job and housing easier, allowing you to legally state you haven't been convicted or arrested. Note that law enforcement and certain agencies can still access it. The Record Sealing event will happen on Saturday July 11th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the St. Paul Baptist Church. This event is being sponsored by Lion

NACA, the nation’s largest HUD-approved nonprofit homeownership and advocacy organization is bringing its Achieve the Dream event from Friday May 29 to Sunday, May 31, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily, providing an unparalleled opportunity for homebuyers at Statehouse Convention Center, 101 E Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201. Access NACA’s Best in America Mortgage that Features : No down payment, no closing costs, no mortgage insurance Below-market, fixed interest rates (30

MEDIA ANNOUNCEMENT Invitation for Bid for Office Space The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking sealed bids for office space in the City of Lonoke, Arkansas. Office space will be utilized by the CAPDD staff for the provision of an Arkansas Workforce Center under the auspices of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and to house its administrative offices. Such services include application taking, testing, assessment,

Caregiver job fair will be held at the Conway Housing Authority located at 425 S. Davis St, in Conway, Arkansas. Meet Employers to learn about all positions available. On the spot interviews Bring your resumes! NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

The Every Arkansan 24:7 Dad® program is an evidence-based initiative aimed at empowering fathers in Central Arkansas. It focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary for effective fatherhood, addressing challenges such as poverty and underemployment. The program includes workshops that cover various fathering topics, such as parenting skills, relationship health, and financial literacy. It aims to restore dignity and improve family cohesion, providing fathers with

The “Lucky Steps Toward Success” Hiring Event will take place Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arkansas Workforce Center in Conway.

The Des Arc High School Job & Resource Fair will be held on Friday, April 17, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Des Arc High School Gymnasium.

Community members are invited to attend an upcoming Community Forum on Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Prevention on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Saint Paul Global Methodist Church, located at 2509 West Beebe-Capps in Searcy.

CAPDD Meeting Notification The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) Board of Directors will hold its next meeting on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. The meeting will take place at the CAPDD Office, located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke, Arkansas. Board meetings are an important opportunity for CAPDD leadership to discuss regional initiatives, organizational updates, and ongoing efforts to support economic and community development throu

Employers, workforce professionals, and industry leaders are invited to attend the upcoming Arkansas Apprenticeship Summit, taking place on March 18, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Robinson Center, 426 W. Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201.

Taste Testing I.T. will take place on March 5, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 5820 Asher Avenue, Suite 800, Little Rock, AR 72204.

Community partners across the Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area are invited to attend a series of County Partners Meetings beginning next week.

Residents of Monroe County and surrounding areas are invited to attend a Community Awareness Affair on Thursday, February 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 630 Madison Street in Clarendon, Arkansas.

The Community Action Program for Central Arkansas (CAPCA) is inviting community partners across Faulkner, Cleburne, White, Conway, Perry, and Van Buren counties to take part in the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count—a critical effort to better understand and address homelessness in Central Arkansas.

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

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.

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