Centralina Workforce Development Board and ApprenticeshipNC hosted a hybrid workshop exploring how registered apprenticeships can help organizations overcome recruitment challenges, build sustainable talent pipelines, and strengthen long‑term workforce strategies across the region.
Centralina Regional Council invites qualified nonprofit organizations to participate in a Pre-Bid Meeting for the upcoming Request for Proposals (RFP) for a regional PILOT partner to receive up to $50,000 of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Project Funds (CPF), federal grant funds allocated for program administration costs to oversee and support implementation of the housing rehabilitation component for the North Mecklenburg Housing Preservation Initiative program.
The NCWorks Career Centers across the region continue to serve as vital hubs for workforce development, and recent efforts demonstrate their expanding impact. With strong leadership and coordination from the Centralina Workforce Development Board, two exciting…
A conversation that began two years ago between the North Carolina Department of Transportation and NCWorks Career Center Cabarrus has grown into a groundbreaking workforce initiative that’s already changing lives. The Highway Construction Trade Academy…
Statesville, N.C. – The NCWorks Career Center-Iredell, previously located at 133 Island Ford Road in Statesville, is relocating to a building in downtown Statesville. The previous location closed on Friday, August 8, 2025. The Career Center will reopen to the public on Monday, August 18, 2025, in its…
Iredell County is setting a statewide example for workforce innovation through its Iredell Ready initiative, a collaborative effort to connect residents of all ages to meaningful career pathways. Spearheaded by the Iredell County Economic Development Corporation and supported by the Centralina Workforce Development Board, Iredell Ready is building a more skilled, equitable and resilient workforce for the future…
At 81 years old, Ms. Rose LaCasse proves that it’s never too late to make a difference. After spending many years as a devoted caregiver to her ailing husband, Ms. LaCasse found herself seeking a new purpose and income through employment. Driven by a desire to serve and connect with others, she turned to the NCWorks Rowan Career Center for support, a decision that would launch her into a remarkable new chapter through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Christen Robinson, recently hired as Assistant Director at the Centralina Workforce Development Board, is a dynamic professional whose career and personal passions blend creativity, community engagement and a commitment to empowering others. Since beginning her career in 2009 during the economic recession, Christen has amassed extensive experience in workforce development and grant management…
The demand for college degrees in the workforce is starting to decline, particularly in counties that blend urban and suburban communities. At the same time, new job opportunities are growing in skilled trades, logistics and manufacturing. These shifts suggest that traditional four-year degrees may no longer be the only path to a successful career…
Centralina Workforce Development Board’s NextGen program provides the best possible opportunity to find a job and keep it for eligible youth between the ages of 16 and 24. Through this program, staff members help students learn to set and accomplish goals, understand how to be a responsible employee and start down a solid career path…
Federal funds are commonly passed through state agencies in North Carolina before being awarded to local governments, which can make the original funding source less obvious. Before proceeding with a procurement, local governments should verify whether an award originates from a federal source. This determination affects compliance obligations, including procurement standards, reporting, and audit requirements.
When a construction or repair contract over $300,000 involves a building, the procurement and contract are subject to additional requirements under N.C.G.S. 143-128. Therefore, this question must be answered to determine whether the additional statutory requirements apply to this procurement scenario.
The micro-purchase threshold is a federal procurement threshold under which competitive procurement is not required. The default micro-purchase threshold is $15,000, but local governments may increase the micro-purchase threshold up to $50,000. An explanation of increasing the micro-purchase threshold and a template for the required annual self-certification is available here.