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Ballmer Group awards $20 million in funding for Washington’s YMCA youth programs

WENATCHEE - Washington State Alliance of YMCAs was the recipient of a three-year contribution of over $20 million from the Seattle-based Ballmer Group.  The Ballmer Group, founded by …

Lake Chelan Building Supply, where customers become friends

CHELAN - When it came time for Brett La Mar to hand over the reins to his family business, Lake Chelan Building and Supply, he wanted a buyer who would embody his parents’ motto – where …

EAST WENATCHEE — Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH) announced Tuesday it will open a new behavioral health clinic in East Wenatchee to expand mental health services in Chelan and Douglas …

Confluence Health adds new security dog

WENATCHEE -  Patients and visitors to Confluence Health Hospital’s Central and Mares campuses soon might see the  newest member of the Confluence Health staff on duty, and this staff …

Sustainable NCW’s Bike CoOp expands under Ecology grant

WENATCHEE – Sustainable NCW’s Bike CoOp will be launching its mobile bike repair, CoOp on the Go, after receiving grant funding from the Washington State Department of Ecology through the …

Navigating new career pathways: The STEM shift in North Central Washington

While the region has long been anchored by stable STEM industries such as agriculture, government, natural resources and healthcare, a surge in demand for these skills is reshaping the employment …

Green dining: Mastering restaurant composting - from waste to resource

In our ongoing exploration of sustainable restaurant practices, we dive deeper into the practical aspects of commercial composting. Many restaurant owners wonder: What exactly can be composted, and …

Leavenworth Coffee and Waffles opens

LEAVENWORTH – The newly opened Leavenworth Coffee and Waffles lives up to its name, serving locally roasted coffee and creative, one-of-a-kind waffles. Leavenworth Coffee and Waffles is …

Former Chelan hospital to transform into 'Hub Center' with offices, coworking space

CHELAN – The former hospital building in Chelan is being repurposed into a mixed-use business building called the Hub Center. Managed by Coldwell Banker Cascade, the property will provide …

Stitches ‘N’ Beads Loft opens, supports women worldwide through handmade creations

LEAVENWORTH – Stitches ‘N’ Beads Loft, a new addition to downtown Leavenworth, offers handmade gifts and serves as a space for creativity and community connection. The shop is …

Impact Stream: Empowering Communities in Togo Through Blockchain Technology

LEAVENWORTH - In an era where global aid organizations often dictate the solutions for struggling communities, a decentralized non-governmental organization is challenging the norm by empowering …

Scammers claiming to be from a state agency are targeting WA businesses

OLYMPIA - Businesses and nonprofit organizations should watch out for fraudulent letters that claim to be asking for money on behalf of the Washington Office of the Secretary of State. Since …

Chelan PUD names three new senior leaders to management team

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District has announced three new senior management appointments, naming leaders for operations, energy resources, and financial oversight. Dan Koch …

Leavenworth Community Workspace: supporting a community and its visitors

LEAVENWORTH - Since 2015, the Leavenworth Community Workspace has slowly fostered a community of local members while also catering to visitors. “Small town coworking spaces I think are …

The Mercantile: coworking space expands to meet demands of downtown Wenatchee

WENATCHEE - The Mercantile owners Rick and Cory Wray and Jeff and Heather Ostenson opened the original Ellis-Forde coworking space in 2019 with a vision to foster economic development and build …

WA public employee union sues state following failed contract vote

OLYMPIA - A 5,000-member public employee union in Washington that overwhelmingly rejected a new two-year contract in September is accusing the governor’s office and several community colleges …

Boeing layoffs will include nearly 2,200 workers in Washington

Boeing’s planned job cuts will include 2,199 layoffs in Washington, according to a notice issued Monday by the state’s Employment Security Department. The Society of Professional …

Brick and Rafters brings coworking option to Cashmere

CASHMERE – Brick and Rafters, an event space owned by Lisa and Tom Kriskovic, has expanded to offer coworking space for local residents during the week. Venue manager Leisa Osburn said the …

Boeing strike drives WA job losses in October

OLYMPIA — Washington state's economy shed 35,900 jobs in October, primarily due to a major strike by Boeing machinists, while the unemployment rate slightly decreased to 4.7%, state officials …

Amazon opens new delivery station in NCW

EAST WENATCHEE — Amazon has opened a new delivery station in the Wenatchee area, expanding the e-commerce company's logistics network in North Central Washington. The facility, designated …

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