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Completing the Circle: Confluence Health Partners in new composting program

WENATCHEE - The Confluence Health Central Campus kitchen has launched a pioneering composting program aimed at significantly reducing organic waste. Preparing an average of 1,500 meals daily for …

U.S. employment holds steady in December; government and healthcare sectors lead job growth

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. labor market demonstrated resilience in December, as nonfarm payroll employment increased by 216,000. The unemployment rate remained stable …

U.S. workers see median weekly earnings rise in fourth quarter of 2023

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its latest report, revealing that median weekly earnings for the nation's full-time wage and salary workers increased to $1,145 in the fourth quarter of …

LEAVENWORTH – Eastside Cycleworks, Leavenworth’s newest ski and bike emporium, has transformed the Upper Valley’s skiing landscape since its August 2023 debut.

Unemployment rates vary across Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan Counties

Recent data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) sheds light on the employment landscape across Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan Counties. The report delves into November 2023 …

Washington’s NextCycle Initiative seeks innovators for circular economy development

OLYMPIA - NextCycle Washington, an initiative committed to bolstering waste reduction and recycling solutions for businesses, has embarked on its mission to expand and sustainably innovate within the …

Payroll employment declines in Washington State, unemployment rate rises to 4.0%

Washington's economic landscape took a downturn in November, shedding an estimated 2,600 jobs according to seasonally adjusted figures. The state's unemployment rate surged from 3.8% to 4.0%, marking …

The latest employment figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics unveiled a surge in total nonfarm payroll employment by 199,000 in November. This positive upswing contributed to a …

Consumer Price Index shows modest increase of 0.1%

The latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report indicates a marginal uptick of 0.1 percent in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) during November. This follows a static reading …

NRCS-WA implements Act Now policy to expedite assistance to producers

SPOKANE VALLEY – The Natural Resources Conservation Service in Washington (NRCS-WA) has embarked on a swift and efficient approach, unveiling the Act Now policy to hasten the delivery of …

Existing home sales rise in November, ending a five-month decline

Existing home sales in November saw an uptick, putting an end to a five-month consecutive decline, as reported by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). The report highlighted a nuanced …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Commissioners greenlit the allocation of nearly $320,000 in lodging tax dollars toward various tourism-related entities, benefitting a gamut of local organizations. …

LEAVENWORTH - The Cascade Medical Foundation four new board members and announced a fresh slate of officers for the upcoming year. The addition of these new board members brings a diverse …

Rocky Pond Winery opens wedding and event venue

ORONDO  – Rocky Pond Winery in Orondo revealed the grand opening of Milestone Events at Rocky Pond Vineyards, marking an expansion into the events industry. Situated amidst the picturesque …

North Central Washington gets increased commuting options

WENATCHEE - Commuting just got easier for residents across North Central Washington. Link Transit is rolling out significant enhancements to its service in January, aiming to streamline commuting …

Planned Parenthood relocates Wenatchee Health Center

WENATCHEE - Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho (PPGWNI) has officially opened its new health center in Wenatchee at 609 Okanogan St., signaling a significant shift aimed at expanding access …

U.S. sees modest job growth with mixed sector performance

The latest employment report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics outlines a moderate increase in total nonfarm payroll employment, rising by 150,000 in October. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate …

U.S. Labor Market shows modest movement in job openings and labor turnover

According to the latest report released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the landscape of job openings and labor turnover in September 2023 exhibited minimal changes. The data revealed that on …

October sees 4.1% decline in existing home sales nationwide

Recent statistics released by the National Association of Realtors® have unveiled a 4.1% decrease in existing home sales for October.

North Central Education Foundation awards record number of teacher classroom grants

WENATCHEE - The North Central Education Foundation (NCEF) recently announced a significant milestone in its 14-year history by partnering with community organizations to distribute the 2023 NCEF …

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