As a new year approaches, the region’s economy appears to be holding steady, with a bit of a slowdown typical for the winter season. 

The economic development that’s been synonymous with the Tri-Cities in recent years is primed to continue, experts say.

Inflation, building regulations and a persistent shortage of skilled construction workers continue to affect homebuilders. 

Find out which stories made the Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business’ most-read list for 2024.

The entrepreneur behind a Richland business has opened a bigger store, fine-tuned an expanded vision for the operation, and adopted a more inclusive business name.

A local nonprofit is back on its feet again after it faced a shortfall of funding this fall.

A nationwide egg producer will make the Tri-Cities the home for its newest hub for egg farms in the region.

Described as “Disneyland for seniors,” an innovative day center is set to open in Kennewick in late winter that will offer “reminiscence therapy” for adults with Alzheimer’s and dementia in a facility designed to mimic the 1950s.

Assisted stretching is making its mark as the new wellness business, and a local couple is behind the first Tri-City StretchLab franchise in Kennewick.

The Tri-Cities’ only Catholic-focused retail store is listed for sale, along with the downtown Kennewick building that houses the home to thousands of faith-focused items.