There are many reasons to be concerned about the new law. It puts Washington businesses at a continued disadvantage compared to competitors in other states while increasing prices for everyday Washingtonians. It will squeeze the budget of small businesses, who often rely on outside firms for technical services instead of hiring someone in-house.
High school students locally and across the state have the opportunity to get hands-on financial experience, thanks to a Richland-based credit union’s student program, now in its 25th year.
One local government agency is hoping its latest effort will help ensure that Tri-City growth – and growth yet to come – can be steered to benefit not just individual cities but the entire region.
PNNL began asking in mid-August for voluntary layoffs as the Tri-Cities’ largest employer sought to make cuts in response to anticipated federal spending reductions.
This quirky Richland shop has remained solvent for almost five decades, quite a feat when many local and national retailers struggle to keep up with rising costs and the challenges posed by online retailers. Next year it celebrates 50 years in business.