Mason County led the South Sound housing market during January, posting increases in both sales and median prices compared to a year earlier, according to the latest data from Northwest Multiple Listing Service.
Home sales in Mason County increased from 34 during January 2011 to 40 last month. The median price rose 3.99 percent, from $154,250 to $160,400.
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Feb. 6, 2012 at 12:57pm Mason tops South Sound housing market during JanuaryPosted in BE Daily, Lewis County, Mason County, Pierce County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 6, 2012 at 12:37pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundThurston County Chamber is hosting Morning MIXXer from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Feb. 7 at Columbian Hall, 6794 Martin Way East, Lacey. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for general admission. Click here for more information. Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is hosting Small Business Roundtable from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Feb. 8 at 5000 Bridgeport Way West, University Place. Call Savannah Kimball at (253) 683-4881 for more information. Feb. 3, 2012 at 2:38pm Disaster assistance available for small businessesSmall, nonfarm businesses in 35 Washington counties and eight neighboring Oregon counties, are now eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U. S. Small Business Administration. "These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenue caused by the combined effects of excessive rain, flooding, below normal temperatures, high winds, frosts and freezes occurring Jan. 1 through July, 31, 2011," said Alfred E. Judd, director of SBA's Disaster Field Operations Center – West. Feb. 3, 2012 at 11:49am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundThurston County Chamber is hosting Morning MIXXer from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Feb. 7 at Columbian Hall, 6794 Martin Way East, Lacey. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for general admission. Click here for more information. Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is hosting Small Business Roundtable from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Feb. 8 at 5000 Bridgeport Way West, University Place. Call Savannah Kimball at (253) 683-4881 for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Tourism, Retail and Hospitality by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 3, 2012 at 8:06am Access Information Management acquires Washington Archives ManagementAccess Information Management has purchased Washington Archives Management. Prior to the acquisition, Fife-based WAM was the largest, independent records and information management provider in the Seattle/Tacoma area. "This acquisition of Washington Archives Management from Mark and Bill Naubert represents the largest in Access history and extends our service coverage to include nine U.S. states," said Rob Alston, CEO of Access Information Management. Feb. 2, 2012 at 11:54am People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundJerry D. Larson has been elected president of the Western Washington Fair Association. Other officers include: Gary F. Gonter, vice president; Michael D. Nelson, secretary; David R. Campbell, treasurer; and Kent R. Hojem, CEO. Olympia Downtown Association has elected officers for 2012. They include: Tracy Knostman, West Coast Bank, president; Jeanne Carras, Bonaventure, past president and treasurer; Jerry Farmer, 94.5 ROXY Radio, vice president; and Jane Offutt, Frost & Co., secretary. Feb. 1, 2012 at 12:57pm Blog watch: SWAC, burning, guide book and 'capital stack'Check The Live Wire if you're interested in serving on the SWAC Advisory Committee. OlyBlog reminds readers that outdoor burning is still illegal in some places – despite the winter storm. Feb. 1, 2012 at 9:49am Valley Community Bancshares posts Q4 earnings increaseValley Community Bancshares, Inc., parent company of Valley Bank, reported earnings to $2.15 million, or $1.90 per share, for the year ended December 31, 2011, up slightly compared to $2.07 million, or $1.82 per share, during the previous year. The company's Board of Directors also has approved a $1 per share cash dividend to shareholders of record on Dec. 31, 2011. The dividend represents the 38th consecutive year of payment. Posted in Banking/Financial Services, BE Daily, Pierce County, South King County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Jan. 31, 2012 at 5:17pm State takes action against health care providersThe Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses, certifications or registrations of the following South Sound health care providers. Mason County In December, the Chemical Dependency Professional Program indefinitely suspended the credential of Steven Michael Dorland. Dorland failed to comply with a previous agreement. Posted in BE Daily, Health care, Mason County, Pierce County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Jan. 31, 2012 at 2:18pm Airport Advisory Commission has vacancyThe Thun Field Advisory Commission is seeking applicants to fill one position to represent South Hill residents. The commission meets bi-monthly to review issues related to the Pierce County Thun Field airport and other properties within 1,000 feet of the airport. The unpaid positions require applicants to be current South Hill residents. The term expires April 12, 2016. Jan. 31, 2012 at 1:42pm People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundTom Caniglia has joined the Windermere Professional Partners office in DuPont. He is a military veteran and operated several businesses before becoming a Realtor seven years ago. Marti Reeder has been named a Five Star Professional Real Estate Agent by Seattle magazine. She is a Realtor at John L. Scott in Kent. Reeder has more than 25 years of industry experience and has earned the following professional designations: Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative and Accredited Seller's Representative. She also is an Accredited Staging Professional and a Certified Pre-Foreclosure Specialist. Posted in BE Daily, Olympia, Pierce County, South King County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Jan. 31, 2012 at 1:03pm McGovern among Harlequin award recipientsOnce upon a time, in the land of books and publishing, Harlequin asked readers, authors and fans to help choose the recipients for the 2012 Harlequin More Than Words award – a program that recognizes and rewards women making extraordinary contributions to their community. The story continues when the winning recipients, including Helen McGovern, who oversees Emergency Food Network are paired up with Harlequin authors and the recipients' journeys become the inspiration for three fictional short stories, which will be available in 2013 in ebook format to download at no cost. Jan. 30, 2012 at 2:10pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundFife Milton Edgewood Chamber is hosting a luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 1 at Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino, 5700 Pacific Highway East. The cost is $20 for members in advance and $30 at the door for everyone. E-mail aaron@fifechamber.org for more information. Kent Chamber of Commerce is hosting a membership luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 1 at ShoWare Center, 625 W. James St. The speaker is Joni Earl, chief executive officer of Sound Transit. The cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. Click here or call (253) 854-1770 for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:49pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundThurston Economic Development Council his hosting a local energy convergence forum from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at The Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St. NW, Olympia. The cost is $30. Click here for more information or to register. Fife Milton Edgewood Chamber is hosting a luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 1 at Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino, 5700 Pacific Highway East. The cost is $20 for members in advance and $30 at the door for everyone. E-mail aaron@fifechamber.org for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Jan. 27, 2012 at 10:26am Sprinker’s new ice rink opens SaturdayAfter an eight-month renovation, Pierce County will open the new ice rink at Sprinker Recreation Center on Saturday. The $6.5 million project included a new roof, a new rink and refrigeration equipment for the 35-year-old facility in Spanaway. The ice rink portion of the building had been threatened with closure in 2010 because of structural concerns, but county officials found a way to address critical needs with existing funding. Jan. 26, 2012 at 12:26pm State takes action against health care providersThe Washington State Department of Health has taken disciplinary actions or withdrawn charges against the following South Sound health care providers. Lewis County In December, the Nursing Assistant Program denied the application of registered nursing assistant applicant Lisa J. Sipe. She was convicted of child molestation. Posted in BE Daily, Health care, Lewis County, Mason County, Pierce County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Jan. 25, 2012 at 12:20pm Blog watch: Business savvy, parking, billboards and 'Buy American'The Live Wire talks about "being business basic savvy." BIA Blog looks at proposed changes to Tacoma's downtown off-street parking requirements. Jan. 25, 2012 at 8:26am Walmart Foundation gives $375K to state nonprofitsWalmart's Washington State Giving Council has awarded 10 grants totaling $375,000 to nonprofit organizations across the state. The grantees are all focused on addressing basic needs, including hunger and job training. Organizations receiving grants include: Posted in BE Daily, Charities/Non-profits, Mason County, Pierce County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Jan. 24, 2012 at 10:27am People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundJoyce McDonald has been elected chair of the Pierce County Council. She represents District 2. Rick Talbert, who represents District 5 was named vice chair and Dick Muri, who represents District 6, was chose to serve as executive pro teem for a fourth consecutive year. Mike Davis CSI, CDT, AACE, has joined Rush Commercial as business development manager/chief estimator. He has 26 years of design-build construction experience and has taught construction management at the post-secondary level. Jan. 24, 2012 at 10:24am December jobless figures rise throughout South SoundUnemployment was higher throughout the South Sound during December, according to the latest data from the state Employment Security Department. The jobless rate in Pierce County rose from 8.8 percent during November to 9.1 percent last month. Posted in BE Daily, Lewis County, Mason County, Pierce County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
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