On April 21, 2026, the Columbia Job Center partnered with Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital to host a Veteran and Spouse Hiring Fair in Columbia, Missouri. The event brought together 42 job seekers and several regional employers for a focused afternoon...
Pulaski County has once again demonstrated its commitment to workforce excellence. County Clerk Dave Ernst recently accepted an award recognizing Pulaski County’s maintained Certified Work Ready Community (CWRC) status for Program Year 2025, presented by Trish...
Your resume might not be the problem. If you have been sending out applications, putting in the effort, and still not getting traction in your job search, it might be time to look at something most job seekers never consider: their emotional state. Job searching is...
Austin Harris knew he wanted more than just a job. While working at Walmart, he felt unfulfilled and ready for a different path. With encouragement from his direct supervisor, he connected with the WIOA Out-of-School Youth program and took the first step toward a...
Missouri’s labor market saw a decrease in total employment in February 2026, while the unemployment rate held steady. The latest Monthly Jobs Report highlights changes across key industries and offers insight into where Missouri’s workforce is gaining and where it is...
