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

Job seekers in Central Arkansas will have the opportunity to explore new career paths as HMS hosts a Job Fair on Wednesday, May 13th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Immanuel Family Worship Center, 504 S. Oak St, Jacksonville, AR. HMS is currently hiring for several positions, including Inspector Packer, Material Handler, and Forklift Operator. Attendees will have the chance to learn more about these openings, speak directly with representatives,

Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area Community partners across the Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area are invited to attend a series of County Partners Meetings beginning next month. These meetings provide an opportunity to share updates, collaborate on workforce initiatives, and strengthen partnerships across the region. Both in-person and virtual attendance options are available for most meetings. Lonoke County Partners Meeting Date: May 20th, 2026 Time: 10

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

MEDIA Notification Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District Board of Director’s Meeting Thursday, April 23, 2026 @ 9:45 a.m. Location: CAPDD Office, 902 North Center, Lonoke, AR 72086 Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Board of Director’s Meeting Thursday, April 23, 2026 @ 10:30 a.m. Location: CAPDD Office, 902 North Center, Lonoke, AR 72086 All meetings will be held at the CAPDD Office located at 902 North Center Street in Lonoke. Below you w

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 North Little Rock, 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). Such services include application taking, testing, assessment, counseling, etc. Office spac

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 Janitorial Job Fair is hosted by Executive Services SPIN, LLC, and will be held on Saturday, March 7, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at SoHo Center.

Job seekers in Central Arkansas will have the opportunity to explore new career paths as HMS hosts a Job Fair on Wednesday, April 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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.

The Best Care Training originally scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026, has been postponed due to a winter weather advisory affecting the state.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Arkansas Baptist College Adult Education Program is now enrolling for its Professional Welding Classes, beginning December 1, 2025.