The latest survey of hundreds of employers across Washington state indicates they remain tense in light of increased state taxes, impacts from tariffs and other issues. 

While many places around the country are seeing a decline in business applications so far this year, Washington state – including Benton and Franklin counties – continue to see strong growth. 

The Department of Revenue is sending letters and digital alerts notifying tens of thousands of business owners of a possible change in their tax reporting requirements after the Legislature changed what business services will now be defined as retail sales. 

A clinic focusing on women’s health care and aesthetics has moved to a new two-story building off of Clearwater Avenue, expanding its space and creating a luxury experience for patients. And the business’s plans don’t stop there.

Kennewick couple is designing and launching a unique indoor pickleball facility powered by artificial intelligence.

A holistic health and rejuvenation center in Richland is home to unique therapies and products designed to use the body to heal itself.

While every coffee shop brings its own twist to flavors, a new spot in Pasco is reimagining not only what’s in the cup but the cup itself.

A beloved north Richland coffee shop announced its return after previously being acquired by a Pasco-based coffee roaster at the end of 2024.

What boundaries exist around a partner’s behavior? When does a partner cross the line and breach their duty to the business or to each other? 

Officials said the new certification is aimed at improving equity in government spending through procurement contracts and other purchasing activities.