Missouri’s labor market showed steady improvement in May 2025, with nonfarm payroll employment increasing by 3,700 jobs Missouri’s labor market showed steady improvement in May 2025, with nonfarm payroll employment increasing by 3,700 jobs and the unemployment rate...
Today, the Central Workforce Development Region had the opportunity to provide onsite support during a Rapid Response event at the Missouri Secretary of State’s Office. Following a reduction in force affecting 22 state employees, 12 attended the event to receive...
The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD) celebrated the graduation of the Missouri Security Operations Center (MOSOC) Training Program’s inaugural class Friday afternoon in Columbia. The MOSOC Training Program provides high school...
On Thursday, June 5, the Rolla Job Center and Central Workforce Development Region hosted another successful Rolla Regional Hiring Event at the National Guard Armory—bringing together 39 employers and 79 job seekers for a day filled with opportunity, connection, and...
Katie Carpenter is a shining example of how early work experiences can transform a student’s future. A full-time high school student at John F. Hodge High School in St. James, Katie juggles an impressive schedule. She participates in band and marching band, Tri-M...
