Unemployment Insurance Workshop for Job Seekers in Lexington

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Release Date: 4/17/2026

LINCOLN, NE — The Nebraska Department of Labor is hosting a free Unemployment Insurance Workshop in Lexington to help job seekers understand the unemployment process and confidently begin or continue their job search.

Two sessions will be offered on April 21, 2026, at the Lexington Public Library, located at 907 N Washington St.

  • Session 1: 10:00 AM
  • Session 2: 1:00 PM

Language assistance will be available in English, Spanish, and Somali. Electronic translation services in other languages will also be available.

The workshop will cover:

  • Introduction to the NEworks online system
  • How to file an initial unemployment claim
  • How to file weekly claims
  • Understanding the unemployment insurance (UI) process
  • Tips and tools for an effective job search, including weekly requirements
  • Frequently Asked Questions

Staff will be on-site to answer questions and provide one‑on‑one support in all three languages. This workshop is designed to help individuals navigate unemployment insurance requirements and take the next steps toward employment with confidence.

This event is free and open to the public. Job seekers are encouraged to attend.

For more information, contact the Nebraska Department of Labor or visit your local job center.

Bus Transportation Continues for Former Tyson Workers

Bus transportation continues to be available for former Tyson workers who have become reemployed in North Platte.

  • Employers interested in utilizing this service may contact the Department of Labor at ndol.employerservices@nebraska.gov.
  • Employees interested in participating should contact their employer for details and to sign up.

Dislocated Worker Grant Supporting Local Workers

More than 40 workers in the Lexington area have begun receiving services through the Nebraska Department of Labor with funding from a $1.67 million federal dislocated worker grant.

The grant supports:

  • Individualized career services
  • Job search assistance
  • Targeted placement support
  • On‑the‑job training (OJT)
  • Customized training to help employers hire workers with job‑specific skills

Funding remains available to serve additional workers.
For more information, contact the Lexington Job Center at 308‑324‑2064 or ndol.lexingtonwfd@nebraska.gov.