The Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities (WHWF-TC) needs your help. On October 13, the women who sit on the board want to fill 100 tables at the nonprofit’s annual luncheon. In the past, they’ve only been able to fill between 80 and 90, but this year the need is greater...
By Kris Johnson for TCAJoBAs I’ve traveled the state the last few months as part of the Association of Washington Business’ (AWB) small business listening tour, I’ve noticed campaign signs for nearly every race and political persuasion, from president to county precinct officer. Kris Johnson, Association of Washington Business.It’s tempting...
‘Trick ‘em out’ is a slogan used by 4x4 enthusiasts across the United States. But for the past few years, Mid-Columbia residents haven’t had a ready source for the after-market lift kits, bumpers, tires, suspension, body armor and other accessories popular for customizing their 4x4s, according to Makaila Holstein, manager...
In May, three family members opened a thrift shop in Richland with one purpose in mind to improve their community by helping abused youths.The owners of Atomic City Thrift are brothers Aaron and Daniel Croskrey and their cousin Jeremiah Croskrey, all of Richland. The shop is located at 1420 Jadwin...
The grand opening for Philocaly, a new luxury lingerie boutique, will take place Saturday, July 23 – a day when “unmentionables” will definitely be talked about. “Philocaly” is Greek for “love of beauty.”[blockquote quote="We just want to offer services for all women of all shapes, sizes, careers, stay-at-home moms –...
Like jobs, not all work spaces are created equal. Some offices are bland, boring and bound to stifle creativity.Some companies, like Google and Facebook, create lively, bright, exciting open work spaces with couches, comfy oversized chairs and modern furniture. They offer employees options on where and how they want to...
When it comes to hydroelectric power, most people think of a mighty river and a massive dam. Electricity is generated when the build up of water is released from the reservoir. The energy of water falling over the dam is then converted into electric energy through a turbine.There are about...
By Jeff Morrow for TCAJOBIf the Millenium Bulk Terminal—a proposed facility in Longview—ever gets built, the BNSF Railway company will be ready to go.Millenium is pushing to build a $680 million terminal to help transport coal to Asia. The proposed project is undergoing a state-required environmental impact study, which includes...
A regal tiger stretches out in the sun, perched atop a branch. It lazily pops up its head up every few minutes and glances around.Even though relaxed, its eyes are piercing and wild. It’s a sight to behold and it’s only a few feet away — almost at arm’s reach.There...
Lamb Weston is adding a new $200 million French fry processing line at its Richland processing center. The new line is expected to create 128 new full-time positions.According to a press release from ConAgra Foods, worldwide demand for frozen French fries continues to increase and it is predicted the demand...
