The Washington State Transportation Commission will meet in Olympia next week to discuss possible action on toll rates for the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, toll setting for the SR 520 Bridge and to work on the state's 20-year transportation plan.
The two-day meeting will be held March 16-17, at the Transportation Building, 310 Maple Park Ave. SE and will begin at 9 a.m. both days.
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Mar. 11, 2010 at 9:21am Commission to talk bridge tolling, long-term fundingMar. 10, 2010 at 12:49pm Blog watch: City stuff, bike maps, legislature, big discountPosted in BE Daily, Building, Law and Legislation, Manufacturing/Trade/Transportation, Olympia, South King County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Mar. 8, 2010 at 9:30am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundAllen Realtors will be conducting free home buying seminars at 7 p.m. tomorrow and 1 p.m. March 14 at their office in Lakewood. Information will be available about the local real estate market, the home search and buying processes, and financing. Call 582-6111 for more information. Nonprofit organizations will be shown how to effectively use the rapidly growing Internet social media to benefit their organizations in a special workshop from 9 a.m. to noon March 10 at Thurston County Community Television, 440 Yauger Way SW, Olympia. The South Sound Partners for Philanthropy will host the workshop, "There's An App for That: Social Media and Community Development" presented by Laurie Cirivello. Seating is limited. Call TCTV at (360) 956-3100 to purchase tickets. The training is free to South Sound Partners for Philanthropy member representatives. Member organizations can send additional staff for $12.50 each. Non-member tickets are $25. Click here for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Charities/Non-profits, Lakewood, Olympia, Pierce County, Tacoma by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Mar. 3, 2010 at 2:49pm Economic forecast cautiously optimisticThe February Washington Economic and Revenue Forecast is similar to the November forecast, reiterating that the recession in Washington probably ended during the third quarter of 2009, about the same time as the likely turning point in the U.S. economy. However, the end of the recession does not mean the good times are back, only that the decline in the economy has stopped. A full recovery is a long way off and will be slow, the report said. Mar. 3, 2010 at 1:12pm Blog watch: running club, paid parking, cuts vs. taxesPosted in Banking/Financial Services, BE Daily, Law and Legislation, Olympia, Tacoma by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Mar. 1, 2010 at 3:00pm Foutch to be recognized for forest stewardshipFormer Olympia Mayor Mark Foutch will be honored during tomorrow's City Council meeting with a Washington State Department of Natural Resources Urban Forest Stewardship Award. The award is given by the Washington Community Forestry Council four times per year to an individual who has made significant contributions to the community through the planting, care and stewardship of trees. Mar. 1, 2010 at 8:46am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundThe Arts Commission of the City of Olympia invites local artists and arts organizations to join a free monthly community arts roundtable that will give participants the opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences and create strong local support for their work. The next meeting is at 6 p.m. March 1 in the Olympia Timberland Library meeting room, 313 8th Ave SE. The topic is Costume Design and the guest speaker is Mishka Navarre-Huff, costume shop manager at the University of Puget Sound. Saint Martin's University is hosting a Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges – Army Department on March 2 at the University's Norman Worthington Conference Center. The one-day workshop will discuss elements of degree networks, outreach, recruiting, and "after service" opportunities. The workshop will be limited to 70 institutional attendees so advance registration is recommended. For more information, or to sign up, contact Judith Loomer or Cruz Arroyo. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Military/Security, Olympia, Pierce County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 26, 2010 at 8:51am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundChef Bill Trudnowski and wife, Monique, owners of Tacoma's Adriatic Grill, Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar, have established a scholarship endowment that will help fund Clover Park's Culinary Arts Program. To launch the endowment, the eatery is having a "Party for Culinary Arts Education" from 6:30 to 11 p.m. Feb. 27 at 4201 South Steele St. The event includes food stations, hand-passed appetizers, a selection of complimentary wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages. Guests must be 21 to attend. Tickets to the event are $100/per guest. Call: (253) 475-6000 (RSVP is required). A no-host full bar will also be available for guests. The Arts Commission of the City of Olympia invites local artists and arts organizations to join a free monthly community arts roundtable that will have participants exchanging ideas, sharing experiences and creating strong local support for their work. The next meeting is at 6 p.m. March 1 in the Olympia Timberland Library meeting room, 313 8th Ave SE. The topic is Costume Design and the guest speaker is Mishka Navarre-Huff, costume shop manager at the University of Puget Sound. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Military/Security, Olympia, Tourism, Retail and Hospitality by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 25, 2010 at 10:43am People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundBrooke Johnson has joined Columbia Bank as a financial consultant with CB Financial Services. She has experience in investment and financial services, and previously was a registered client service associate at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Johnson has a master's degree in business administration from Seattle University and a bachelor's degree in business finance from the University of Washington. She also is the co-president of the Kids at Heart Guild, which benefits Seattle Children's Hospital. Larry Gilliam has joined Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate in Olympia as an associate broker. He has worked in the real estate industry since 1986 and previously was a co-partner at Hodges, Gilliam & Dana Commercial Real Estate. He has a bachelor's degree in accounting from Oklahoma City University and has earned Certified Commercial Investment Member designation. Posted in Banking/Financial Services, BE Daily, Building, Olympia, Pierce County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 24, 2010 at 1:49pm Blog watch: Arts, Evergreen, Hyer, revenue/taxesIf you live in Pierce County District 4 (that would mean Tim Farrell is your council member) and you're interested in the arts, check out Exit 133 for information about serving on the Pierce County Arts Commission. Check out Olyblog for some reflections and explanations on the Evergreen HCC occupation and "The real damage done by Mr. Hyer." Posted in BE Daily, Olympia, Pierce County, Tacoma, Tourism, Retail and Hospitality by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 23, 2010 at 11:19am Public hearing Wednesday on alcohol advertising rulesThe Liquor Control Board will hear public comments regarding its proposed and revised alcohol advertising rules at 10 a.m. Feb. 24 at 3000 Pacific Ave. SE in Olympia. Highlights of the new or revised rules include:
Feb. 23, 2010 at 9:22am Washington Business Bank posts Q4 profit, loss for '09Washington Business Bank posted a profit during the fourth quarter of 2009, but it wasn't enough to push the bank into the black for the year. The company reported a net income of $55,113 for the quarter ended Dec. 31, up from $35,193 during the fourth quarter of 2008. For all 2009, the bank had a net loss of $361,724, compared to net income of $148,000 at the end of 2008. Feb. 22, 2010 at 12:23pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundGateway GMAC Puyallup and Bank of America Home Loans are sponsoring a free foreclosure prevention seminar from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 23 at the Gateway office, 850 39th Ave. SW. Information will be available about alternatives to foreclosure, including loan modification, refinancing, renting your home and short sales. For more information, or to register, contact Kym Knudson at (253) 227-5966 or Kristopher Shook at (253) 651-6160. With diabetes, your eyes can be very susceptible to health issues. Monica Vuong M.D., a board-certified ophthalmologist, will be the speaker at Mason General Hospital's Allyn Diabetes Support Group meeting from 1 to 2 p.m. Feb. 25 in the downstairs meeting room at the Port of Allyn building. Vuong will discuss the importance of eye care and diabetes, "Are You Seeing Clearly? Up-to-date Information on Eye Care." The meeting is free and open to people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, their friends and family. For more information call Sue Barwick R.N., CDE, at (360) 275-8614. Feb. 19, 2010 at 11:10am Businesses to be recognized for technology innovationThe SHIFT Awards, which premieres Wednesday, March 10, 2010, has announced its 2010 nominees. The event will include focused stories from innovators spanning the South Sound. Businesses from around the region will share their approach to technology application that opened up new possibilities for service and success. "This event springs from the refrain that was often heard at the South Sound Technology Conference about how we in the South Sound need to get together and create events around technology and collaboration," said SiteCrafting President, Brian Forth. "The reality is that there is a ton of great stuff going on in the South Sound relating to technology, and it's about time we look around and say, 'Hey this is a pretty great place to live, work, and innovate.'" Feb. 19, 2010 at 9:51am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South Sound Individual help with foreclosure issues will be available to the public at a free foreclosure seminar scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Evergreen College Tacoma campus, 1210 6th Ave. Attendees should plan to bring current photo identification and Social Security number, last two years of W-2's and the most current tax return, last two pay stubs and two months worth of bank statements, and complete file for first and/or second mortgage. More information is available at www.makinghomeaffordable.gov and www.mortgagehelpnow.org. Posted in Banking/Financial Services, BE Daily, Building, Education, Health care, Mason County, Olympia, Tacoma, Thurston County by Breanne Coats
Email Breanne Feb. 18, 2010 at 3:36pm Legislators considering tax penaltiesThe State Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 6524, which would ease the penalty for businesses that fail to pay their unemployment insurance (UI) tax in a timely manner. The bill's sponsor, Sen. Curtis King, R-Yakima, said reducing that burden will help small businesses that are struggling to survive. Feb. 18, 2010 at 2:54pm People on the movePromotions, hires and kudos in South SoundGreg Jones has been promoted to executive vice president/credit administrator of Valley Bank. He has been with the bank for 19 years and has 32 years of banking experience. Valley Bank has also promoted Leo Dreith to executive vice president managing wholesale operations in South King and Pierce counties. He has been with the bank for 18 years. Brooke Johnson has joined Columbia Bank as a financial consultant with CB Financial Services. She previously was a registered client service associate at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Posted in Banking/Financial Services, BE Daily, Building, Olympia, Pierce County by News Room
Email News Feb. 17, 2010 at 1:38pm Blog watch: Broadway, volunteer, small business, reformThe Live Wire has an interesting posting about "Grading Small Business Success." WashACE Blog looks at a lawmaker's reform proposal in response to a judge's ruling that the state isn't living up to its education funding responsibilities. Feb. 17, 2010 at 8:59am Providence hospitals receive grants to expand palliative careThe Regence Foundation has awarded a combined $83,700 to Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia and Providence Centralia Hospital to expand access to palliative care services in their communities. Providence St. Peter received a $63,000 grant to expand its existing inpatient palliative care program and provide palliative care education to area health providers. Providence Centralia received $20,700 to develop its hospital-based palliative care program. Posted in BE Daily, Charities/Non-profits, Health care, Lewis County, Olympia by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 17, 2010 at 8:06am Shea Carr Jewell earns national recognitionShea Carr Jewell Inc. has been recognized as one of the best civil engineering companies to work for in the nation. Civil Engineering News ranked the Olympia-based firm 16th in the small firms' category (fewer than 100 employees) and 33rd overall in the 2009 Best Civil Engineering Firms to Work For. Plenty more in the Archives Older Entries » |
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