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Discover the latest insights and developments in workforce initiatives across the Central Workforce Development Region.
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.
How the Central Workforce Development Region Helped Hermann Sand & Gravel and Missouri River Towing Improve Retention
The Lebanon Job Center helped Hermann Sand & Gravel and Missouri River Towing improve employee retention and fill job openings through hiring events.
The Central Region Assists Royal Canin in Hosting Hiring Event for Displaced Employees
The Central Region assisted Royal Canin in hosting a hiring event for displaced employees as the Rolla factory prepares for closure in 2025.
Rolla Job Center Supervisor, Scott Sloan Recognized as DHEWD Employee of the Month
Scott Sloan, Rolla Job Center Supervisor, is named DHEWD Employee of the Month for his dedication to QUEST enrollments and workforce development.
MDHEWD Releases Updated Strategic Plan, Celebrates Progress In Educational Attainment And Workforce Participation
MDHEWD updates its strategic plan, advancing education and workforce goals to boost Missouri’s talent pipeline and job opportunities.
Missouri’s Employment and Unemployment Trends: January 2025 Report
Missouri’s employment dropped by 17,200 jobs in January 2025, with unemployment rising to 3.7%. Get the latest job market trends and industry shifts.
Walk-In Wednesday Returns to Columbia with Fresh Opportunities to Connect Employers and Job Seekers
Join us on March 19 at Columbia Public Library for Walk-In Wednesday to connect with top employers from various industries.
Bridging Nature and Careers with the Central Region & Bennett Spring State Park
Discover how Bennett Spring State Park enhances operations and mentorship through a unique workforce partnership with the Central Region.
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