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VITA offers free tax preparation and volunteer opportunities
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.
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Notice for second public hearing: City of Lonoke Sewer Rehabilitation Project
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
Dec 5, 20251 min read


Media notification: December 11 board meetings scheduled at CAPDD
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.
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board announces December 1 meeting
The Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board of Directors will convene for its quarterly meeting on December 1, 2025, at 4 p.m.
Nov 20, 20251 min read


Success Story: Samvontaye Cromwell- From unemployment to a promising career in trucking
Samvontaye Cromwell’s journey is a powerful reminder that determination, opportunity, and support can change the course of someone’s future.
Nov 17, 20251 min read


Free professional welding classes begin December 1 at Arkansas Baptist College
The Arkansas Baptist College Adult Education Program is now enrolling for its Professional Welding Classes, beginning December 1, 2025.
Nov 12, 20251 min read


Prairie / Monroe Counties Partner Meeting to be held November 6
Partners and community members from Prairie and Monroe Counties are invited to join the upcoming Partner Meeting, scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Nov 5, 20251 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 28, 20252 min read


Media Notification: CAPDD Board of Directors Meeting to be held Oct. 23
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) will hold its next Board of Directors Meeting on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Central Arkansas Boards announce September 25 meetings
CAPDD Meeting Notification The Central Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District, the Central Arkansas Chief Elected Officials...
Sep 18, 20252 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 12, 20251 min read


Partner Spotlight: Conway Ministry Center – Meeting needs, Restoring hope
Conway Ministry Center is an organization dedicated to building bridges between individuals experiencing the immediate effects of poverty and homelessness and the resources—both physical and spiritual—needed to create lasting transformation.
Sep 12, 20252 min read

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