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Man Shop to train new barbers through paid apprenticeships

WENATCHEE — The Man Shop is expanding its paid apprenticeship program to Wenatchee,  marking a new approach to barber training in the region. The program, launching in March in …

U.S. Job Market Shows Steady Growth in January, Unemployment Edges Down

The U.S. labor market maintained its momentum in January, with employers adding 143,000 jobs while the unemployment rate decreased slightly to 4.0 percent, according to data released by the U.S. …

Home Prices Rise in 89% of Metro Markets as Housing Wealth Gap Widens

The latest quarterly report from the National Association of REALTORS® reveals a continuing trend of home price increases across American metropolitan areas, with Washington state markets showing …

Import and Export Prices Rise in January 2025

U.S. import prices increased 0.3% in January, the largest monthly gain since April 2024, while export prices jumped 1.3%, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported in February. Import fuel prices …

U.S. Labor Productivity Rises 1.2% in Q4 2024

Nonfarm business productivity increased 1.2% in the fourth quarter of 2024, with output rising 2.3% and hours worked up 1.0%, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported in February. Unit labor …

Consumer Prices Rise 0.5% in January, Yearly Inflation at 3.0%

U.S. consumer prices increased 0.5% in January, following a 0.4% rise in December, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported in February. The annual inflation rate reached 3.0%, up slightly from 2.9% …

New Business Applications Drop in January

Business applications fell 14% in January compared to December 2024, with 392,496 new applications filed, according to U.S. Census Bureau data released February 12. The decline affected all …

U.S. Business Optimism Surges for 2025

Middle market business leaders are showing their strongest economic confidence since 2019, with recession fears dramatically declining, according to JPMorgan Chase's 2025 Business Leaders Outlook …

Lighting the Path for Cybersecurity Careers in North Central Washington

As technology and artificial intelligence continue to revolutionize industries, cybersecurity has emerged as an essential skill set for professionals across all sectors. From agriculture and energy …

Existing home sales rose 2.2% in December, marking strong end to challenging year

Existing home sales increased 2.2% in December to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.24 million units, the National Association of Realtors reported Wednesday. The December sales pace marked the …

Washington unemployment drops to 4.5% as state adds 11,800 jobs

Washington state's unemployment rate dropped to 4.5% in December as employers added 11,800 jobs. The employment gains marked a strong finish to 2024, with construction and leisure sectors …

Sustainable Practices for Restaurants: Transform your waste management with Winton Mfg

As sustainability becomes a higher priority for businesses, restaurants are perfectly positioned to lead the charge in reducing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices. One of the most effective …

Chelan County students inspire change at state level

Chelan County students were formally invited to present their climate and environmental science projects with legislators and state agency leaders at a statewide summit on Jan. 28. The annual …

Endless Orchards Cider earns top honors at Best of the Northwest Awards

Endless Orchard Cider earned top honors at Sip Magazine's 13th Annual Best of the Northwest Cider Awards, with three of its signature ciders recognized for their exceptional quality and unique flavor …

From Columbia Market to Dan’s Food Market: Celebrating 75 years of service

LEAVENWORTH – As chains continue to dominate the grocery business, Dan’s Food Market has remained a preferred destination for locals and tourists alike. After 75 years, the market is …

Ballmer Group awards $20 million in funding for Washington’s YMCA youth programs

WENATCHEE - Washington State Alliance of YMCAs was the recipient of a three-year contribution of over $20 million from the Seattle-based Ballmer Group.  The Ballmer Group, founded by …

Lake Chelan Building Supply, where customers become friends

CHELAN - When it came time for Brett La Mar to hand over the reins to his family business, Lake Chelan Building and Supply, he wanted a buyer who would embody his parents’ motto – where …

CVCH expands behavioral health services with new East Wenatchee clinic

EAST WENATCHEE — Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH) announced Tuesday it will open a new behavioral health clinic in East Wenatchee to expand mental health services in Chelan and Douglas …

Confluence Health adds new security dog

WENATCHEE -  Patients and visitors to Confluence Health Hospital’s Central and Mares campuses soon might see the  newest member of the Confluence Health staff on duty, and this staff …

Sustainable NCW’s Bike CoOp expands under Ecology grant

WENATCHEE – Sustainable NCW’s Bike CoOp will be launching its mobile bike repair, CoOp on the Go, after receiving grant funding from the Washington State Department of Ecology through the …

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