US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR CALL ON EMPLOYERS & WORKERS TO COMBAT SURGE IN CONSTRUCTION WORKER SUICIDES
In 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that men working in construction have one of the highest suicide rates
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Aug 20, 20212 min read
Celebrating 57 Years of Job Corps
This August marks the 57-year anniversary of Job Corps, , one of our partners and the nation's largest free residential job training program
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Aug 20, 20212 min read
U.S. Jobless Claims Hit Pandemic Low
Jobless claims decreased by 29,000 to 348,000, according to the US Department of Labor. The four-week average of claims, which smooths out
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Aug 16, 20212 min read
National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Week
President Biden has proclaimed August 15-21, 2021, as “ESGR Week.” It is an honor and recognition based upon our 49 years of outstanding...
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Aug 6, 20212 min read
Payrolls increase 943,000 in July as unemployment rate slides to 5.4%
Hiring increased by 943,000 jobs in July, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The jobless rate fell to 5.4 percent.
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Aug 3, 20212 min read
Governor Calls Extraordinary Session To Request Legislative Action on COVID and Unemployment
Governor Asa Hutchinson has called members of the 93rd General Assembly into Extraordinary Session to begin at 10 a.m. on August 4
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Jul 30, 20212 min read
FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION EXTENDS SINGLE FAMILY EVICTION MORATORIUM
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) on July 30, 2021, announced an extension of its moratorium on evictions for foreclosed borrowers
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Jul 27, 20212 min read
Central Arkansas Job Fairs a Success
After more than a year of limited in-person job fairs across Arkansas, the Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area established
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Jul 26, 20212 min read
Celebrating American Disability Act's 31st anniversary
Today celebrates the 31st anniversary of the ADA which came into effect in 1990 and forbids discrimination against individuals with...
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Jul 26, 20212 min read
ALYSSA DEYO’S SUCCESS STORY
Alyssa Deyo, a single mother who was unemployed and unable to meet her financial obligations, contacted the Arkansas Workforce Center
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Jul 23, 20212 min read
What Medical Benefits are Available for Veterans and Their Families?
Veterans and their loved ones may be eligible for health benefits and medical assistance, including the basic Medical Benefits Package for V
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Jul 21, 20212 min read
Helping People with Disabilities in Securing Their Financial Future
We know that for many people in the united states, working may lead to economic empowerment, which allows individuals to exercise their
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Jul 20, 20212 min read
2019-2029 Education Level and Anticipated Job Opportunities
Maybe you want to acquire an associate's degree, or maybe you want to get a doctorate. Or perhaps you have no intention of pursuing formal
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Jul 19, 20212 min read
Arkansas Unemployment Rate Stable at 4.4%For 3rd Straight Month
Arkansas’ number of employed and the size of the labor force declined in June compared to May, but the state’s jobless rate remained at 4.4%
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Jul 13, 20212 min read
Resources for Families and College Students Preparing to Go Back to School
As millions of students throughout the country prepare to return to school, we would like to provide information on federal services to help
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Jul 9, 20211 min read
Hundreds of Jobs Available at the 2021 Morrilton Job Fair
As part of our ongoing efforts to assist companies in resolving the issue of recruitment and to assist job seekers in finding a job.
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Jul 2, 20212 min read
US economy adds 850,000 jobs while unemployment rate rises to 5.9%
In June, the U.S. economy gained employment for the sixth consecutive month, with job creation gaining up momentum amid the economy's
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Jul 1, 20211 min read
Invitation For Bid For Janitorial Services in Benton, Arkansas - July 2021
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Inc. (CAPDD) is seeking sealed bids for Janitorial Services for their office...
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Jun 30, 20211 min read
$43M IN FUNDING TO SUPPORT REEMPLOYMENT OF WORKERS DISPLACED BY THE PANDEMIC
The U.S. Department of Labor announced the funding availability of approximately $43 million in grants to help reemploy dislocated workers m
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Jun 28, 20211 min read
2021 Morrilton Job Fair
As part of our continued efforts to support businesses and job seekers, the Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area has partnered with t
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