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Discover the latest insights and developments in workforce initiatives across the Central Workforce Development Region.
High School Student Balances Leadership, Learning, and Work (Katie’s Success Story)
High school student Katie Carpenter builds confidence and career skills through a youth work experience program in St. James, Missouri.
Missouri Sees Slight Job Loss and Unemployment Uptick in April 2025
Missouri lost 6,600 jobs in April 2025, with unemployment ticking up to 3.9%. See what’s driving the changes across industries.
Building the Future of Early Childhood Education in Callaway County
A new youth apprenticeship program in Callaway County is training high school students for early education careers through hands-on experience and community support.
Supporting the Class of 2025 Into the Workforce
Discover how Missouri Job Centers help new graduates transition from school to career—featuring Dylan Green’s journey from student to master welder.
From Army MP to Federal Detective: Taylor Cortez’s Civilian Career Takeoff
Army veteran Taylor Cortez transitions from military police to federal detective with JVSG support and a clear career goal in forensics.
Honoring Wayne Houtman for a Dedicated Career of Service in the Central Region
After 17 years of service, Wayne Houtman retires from DHEWD, leaving a lasting impact on Veterans and workforce development in Missouri.
Missouri’s March 2025 Jobs Report: Employment Growth Continues Despite Slight Uptick in Unemployment
Missouri added 13,900 jobs in March 2025. See which industries grew, how unemployment shifted, and what it means for job seekers and employers.
MDHEWD Launches Free Courses to Help Missourians Find and Prepare for Jobs, Build Personal Finance Skills
Free Coursera courses from MDHEWD help Missourians build job readiness and financial skills with flexible, self-paced learning.
Madison Knierim Becomes an LPN with Help from the Good Jobs Challenge Grant
Discover how Madison Knierim became an LPN with support from Missouri’s Good Jobs Challenge Grant and achieved her nursing career goals.
MDHEWD Highlights Free Resources for Students and Job Seekers in Honor of Financial Literacy Month
Celebrate Financial Literacy Month with MDHEWD’s free tools to help Missourians budget, plan, and succeed in education and career goals.
Missouri Employment Update: February 2025 Job Growth and Trends
Discover Missouri’s robust job growth in February 2025, with a stable unemployment rate of 3.7% and sector-specific trends.
Second Chances, Stronger Futures: The Importance of Second Chance Month
Second Chance Month highlights the impact of workforce professionals in supporting justice-involved individuals and promoting second-chance hiring.
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