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CareerSource North Central Florida Confirms Services Uninterrupted Amid Federal Government Shutdown

GAINESVILLE, FL – October 1, 2025

CareerSource North Central Florida announced that all workforce services and programs will remain fully operational despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, thanks to previously awarded Program Year 2025 funding. Local job seekers and employers can continue accessing career support without disruption, and CSNCFL will provide timely updates should the shutdown extend beyond 90 days.

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CareerSource North Central Florida to Join Statewide Workforce Showcase at Correctional Institution

GAINESVILLE, FL – August 29, 2025

CareerSource North Central Florida will join regional partners for the “Build Your Workforce Florida” Showcase on September 17, 2025, at Lawtey Correctional Institution. The event offers a behind-the-scenes look at in-facility training programs that prepare justice-involved individuals for reentry into high-demand careers.

Attendees will tour active training sites and meet motivated, job-ready candidates trained in HVAC, plumbing, computer drafting, food and warehouse safety, and more. The event is free and open to employers, workforce professionals, and community members interested in expanding inclusive hiring pipelines.

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Santa Fe College Launches New Institute and Diesel Program to Advance Workforce Development in North Central Florida

GAINESVILLE, FL – August 26, 2025

Santa Fe College has officially opened the Ralph W. Cellon Jr. Institute for Skilled Trades and Advanced Manufacturing, a new facility that expands regional workforce training in high-demand fields like welding, HVAC, and advanced manufacturing. Alongside this milestone, the college launched a Heavy Diesel Mechanic Training and Certification Program in partnership with CareerSource North Central Florida, Alachua County, and the Army Reserve.

The 60-credit ETAM associate degree and diesel mechanic program are part of a broader effort to build career pipelines in sectors experiencing significant job growth. These initiatives reflect a strong commitment to meeting labor market demands and creating accessible pathways to high-wage careers in North Central Florida.

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CareerSource North Central Florida to Relocate Lake City and Old Town Career Centers

GAINESVILLE, FL – June 16, 2025

CareerSource North Central Florida (CSNCFL) will relocate its Lake City and Old Town career centers to new locations in Columbia and Dixie counties following lease expirations on July 1, 2025. The move aims to improve infrastructure, connectivity, and accessibility while maintaining a physical presence in all six counties served.

Staff will transition without service interruption, and finalized addresses will be announced once leases are signed. CSNCFL is also actively working to expand office space in Union and Gilchrist counties to better support job seekers and employers across the region.

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CareerSource NCF and CLM Launch Broadband Workforce Training with Federal Support

GAINESVILLE, FL – May 13, 2025

CareerSource North Central Florida and CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion have launched a broadband workforce training initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s H‑1B Job Training Grant to provide no‑cost training, certifications, and On‑the‑Job Training in broadband infrastructure and related fields.

The program serves jobseekers in Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, and Union counties (with Alachua and Bradford participants eligible via WIOA), and includes roles like fiber optics, CDL, electrical technician, and project management. The initiative is active through September 2028, and employers, educational institutions, and ISPs can pre‑register via FloridaCommerce’s Broadband Grant Portal for future opportunities. For more details, contact CareerSource NCFL.

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