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'There are a lot more jobs in the marketplace:' More people reentering the workforce thanks to economic boost

For the month of March, the Texas Work Force Commission reported the state's unemployment rate hovered at 6% but added 99,000 jobs, providing a much-needed boost after 2020.

Texas ranked third among the hardest hit states financially

Texas ranked third among the hardest hit states financially Jarell Baker and last updated 2021-04-15 00:06:20-04 This past year was undoubtably one of the toughest bottom-line years for Shekeya McCallister. “I worked for a non-profit organization but I lost my job. I was able to obtain another job. However, the start date never came because of COVID,” said the Killeen woman. McCallister went months filling out job applications, looking for a way to support her family, but her troubles didn’t stop there. “I wasn’t able to file for unemployment because I didn’t qualify. I was basically without a job for a whole year,” she said.

Spring fun coming to Killeen-Fort Hood area this weekend

Spring is in full swing in the Killeen-Fort Hood area, and with summer swiftly approaching, now is the time to celebrate. Visit the Monarch Festival to celebrate seasonal migration, the Heart of Texas RV Show to prepare for future vacations, local libraries for spring family fun, or a farmers market for seasonal products. Details for these events and more down below. Local Events The Temple Chamber of Commerce and City of Temple are hosting The Spirit of Santa Fe Trail from April 16- 18. Central Texas wineries and breweries will offer ticket holders either a wine tasting or a flight of beer at each location. The $20 trail ticket is valid for one offer at each participating location over the trail dates. Participating locations include 3 Texans Winery and Vineyard, Axis Winery, Dancing Bee Winery, Moose & Goose Winery, Red Caboose Winery, Bold Republic Brewing Company and Fire Base Brewing Company. Go to www.templechamber.com/spiritofsantafe.html for tickets and more information.

Technicians of Tomorrow celebrated by CTC, Texas Ford Dealers | Copperas Cove Leader Press

Tue, 2021-04-13 10:47 david_morris By PAMELA GRANT   Friday afternoon, Central Texas College (CTC) celebrated the ongoing success of their Ford Technicians of Tomorrow (TOT) Program as they received two sizeable checks which will be used to make the program an even greater success. Workforce Solutions of Central Texas gave CTC a check valued at $106,303 which was matched with an equal $106,303 from Texas Ford Dealers for a total of $212,206. The money was used to purchase training vehicles and equipment for the TOT program. “This is an effort between Central Texas College, Ford Motor Companies, and the Texas Workforce Commission,” said Jim Yeonopolus, CTC Chancellor. “Ford has given us permission to use their curriculum. They have provided us with the vehicles, we hire the instructors, Texas Workforce Commission pays the tuition for the students, and we train them. At the end of the course, those who are successful get a [$4000] tool kit…It’s a great opportunity for the soldiers of Fort Hood.”

CTC hosts event for transitioning soldiers

Central Texas College, Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, Texas Ford Dealers and the U.S. Army hosted an event to recognize the partnership program which provides transitioning soldiers career opportunities in the automotive industry. The Technicians of Tomorrow program, which began last August, is designed to educate soldiers as they transition out of service and place them in employment as technicians at Ford dealerships across Texas, according to a news release from Central Texas College. The partnership event held in the automotive bay of the CTC Industrial Technology Department was highlighted by a grant donation of $106,303 from the Workforce Solutions of Central Texas for training vehicles and equipment. The grant was matched by Texas Ford Dealers for a total contribution of more than $212,600.

Events to honor community causes this week

Ford Technicians of Tomorrow program to benefit soldiers transitioning back into civilian life

What's happening in Central Texas this Easter weekend | Local News

There are plenty of safe, socially-distanced events happening this weekend to have some Easter or springtime fun in the area. Head to one of the family-friendly egg hunting events, enjoy being outside at a local farm, or check out a farmers market. More information on these and more below. Local Events Stonetree Golf Club, 1600 Stonetree Drive, Killeen, is hosting the Stonetree Classic Tournament beginning at 8:30 a.m. April 2. This event will include two-person teams, 27 holes, and three formats (Scramble, Best Ball, and Alternate Shot). Price is $60 for members, $75 for guests, and includes greens fee, cart fee, range balls, and lunch. Call 254-501-6575 for more information. The golf club also hosts its Beer and Nine event every Thursday. For $20 per person, this event includes nine holes with a free beer of choice, two-person scramble, and shotgun at 5 p.m.

Killeen Welcomes Its First Craft Microbrewery with Ribbon Cutting

Spring break events for kids and more coming next week