The state’s leading business advocacy organization has identified the current and hopeful state lawmakers for the Mid-Columbia it believes will best serve employers.
A lawmaker now earns $72,494, roughly $10,000 more than two years ago. Leaders of the four caucuses continue to receive a stipend for added responsibilities.
A bipartisan group of 11 Western governors, including Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson, signed a letter endorsing the establishment of a multi-state task force to develop a study and action plan to update the region’s energy grid.
An accounting firm with clients across Oregon and Washington state has joined one of the nation’s largest accounting firms, which also maintains an office in the Tri-Cities.
A farm labor contracting company that manages workers at farms in Benton and Franklin counties, and connected to two other operations under state and federal scrutiny, is facing $700,000 in fines for farmworker violations.
Looking for new ways to connect with your employees and go with the flow in the workplace? The Academy of Children’s Theatre’s upcoming improv workshops might be able to help sharpen your communication skills, embrace spontaneity and build stronger team connections – all while having fun.
It’s a landmark moment for the endeavor known as WA Cares, envisioned as a means to help Washington’s workforce afford long-term care and services as they age.
