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MDHEWD Recognizes 80th Anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Highlights Accessibility and Workforce Opportunities
MDHEWD celebrates 80 years of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, emphasizing accessibility, inclusion, and workforce opportunities in Missouri.
Central Workforce Development Board Gathers to Strengthen Regional Collaboration for Annual Meeting
The Central Workforce Development Board’s October 2025 meeting featured key updates, partner presentations, and progress on the EDA Good Jobs Challenge.
Southern Boone County R-1 College & Career Fair Welcomes 700 Students
Over 700 students explored college and career opportunities at the Second Annual Southern Boone County R-1 College & Career Fair on October 20, 2025.
Record Turnouts Highlight Central Missouri’s Commitment to Workforce Growth
Central Missouri’s Fall 2025 hiring events drew record attendance, connecting hundreds of job seekers with top employers across the region
Home Depot Job Fair Connects Mexico Jobseekers with Local Employers
The Mexico Chamber of Commerce hosted a Home Depot Job Fair at the VFW Hall in Mexico, MO, bringing together 14 employers and 26 jobseekers as part of a Rapid Response effort with support from Central Region workforce staff.
The JA Trades Simulation Trailer Brings Hands-On Career Exploration to Fulton This Fall
Students across Mid-Missouri will experience hands-on career exploration through the JA Trades Simulation Trailer in Fulton this fall. The traveling experience features seven interactive stations focused on the skilled trades, STEM, and future workforce skills.
Fulton High School Students Explore Future Careers at Callaway County College and Career Fair
More than 140 students attended the Callaway County College and Career Fair at Fulton High School on October 8, connecting with 50 employers and colleges. The Central Workforce Development Region helped students explore On-the-Job Training, work experience, and formal training programs.
Episode 75: AI, Automation, and the Future of Work: How Technology Is Changing Jobs
Explore how AI and automation are transforming jobs—and how job seekers and employers can adapt.
Savannah Jeffries Achieves Her RN Dream with WIOA Support
Discover how WIOA support helped Savannah Jeffries advance from CNA to RN at Arrowhead Senior Living, doubling her pay and achieving her nursing dream.
Missouri Jobs Report: August 2025 Shows Employment Shifts Across Industries
Missouri’s August 2025 Jobs Report shows a decrease of 5,900 jobs, steady unemployment at 4.1%, and year-over-year growth of 33,900 jobs. Learn how these trends impact the Central Region workforce.
Walk-In-Wednesdays in Columbia Connects Job Seekers and Employers for a Successful September Event
Walk-In-Wednesdays in Columbia brought 11 employers and 46 job seekers together on Sept. 17, 2025. Next event: Oct. 15. Stay updated at cwdregion.com/wiw.
WIOA Work Experience Program Leads to Career Success for Alexis Christian
Learn how WIOA helped Alexis Christian in Miller County turn job loss into a new career as a Preschool Teacher at Elite Little’s Christian Academy in Eldon, MO.
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Rediscover your past, embrace change, and shape your future with practical insights. Join us in exploring personal transformation in this episode.
The Workforce Link Podcast Season Six Coming Soon
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Episode 60: What to Do If You’re Laid Off with Ken Coleman
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