Missouri’s economy saw continued growth in July 2025 with an increase in jobs, though unemployment also edged slightly higher. According to the latest Missouri Monthly Jobs Report from the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC), nonfarm payroll...
The Central Workforce Development Region is proud to welcome Lisa Buchanan, Vice President of Workforce Development at the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, as the newest member of the Central Workforce Development Board. Lisa brings over 18 years of leadership experience...
Missouri’s job market remained strong in June 2025, with nonfarm payroll employment increasing by 7,900 jobs, according to the latest data from the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development. The statewide unemployment rate held steady at 4...
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...
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...
