When WA Economy Needs it Most, Commerce Makes Big Cuts
the Department of Commerce, instead of economic development, is busy handing out money for solar farms and green projects.
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Wenatchee One Of 56 Washington Cities Receiving Housing Grant
providing safer and more affordable housing options. Renters in Wenatchee, WA may soon have some relief with a new $3 million award from the Department of Commerce to plan for increasing middle housing options
State 'Buys' 13 Properties for Shelters, Rejects B-F Mental Cente
The Department of Commerce announced Thursday millions toward acquiring multiple properties for shelters and low-income housing, but their data shows they rejected a request to help with the Three River Mental Health center.
Kennewick Rep's "Homes For Heroes" Bill Moves Forward
The idea behind "Home for Heroes" is to try and address shortage issues in the workforce in occupations that impact life, health, and safety.
Tackling Homelessness Tops Legislative Agendas
A recent report by the Department of Commerce found that 39-percent of people surveyed said housing and homelessness are the top problems facing the state.
Airport to Get $416-Thousand in Development Funds
The money will be used to help further a proposed aerospace engineering hub
Othello 4th of July Celebration
OTHELLO, Wash. - The Othello Chamber of Commerce announced Friday that they will be holding their annual 4th of July celebration this year, complete with a parade and fireworks.
Because the 4th falls on a Sunday this year, the event will be held on Saturday, July 3rd.
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Solar Panels for Low Income Communities
WA - Yakima and Ellensburg are among 9 areas in Washington that will receive solar power for low-income neighborhoods.
This comes as part of a plan by the Department of Commerce's Energy Division to get the whole state on a clean grid by 2045. They sta
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