Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics has joined the Telestroke Network, a southwest Washington hospital partnership set up by Providence St. Peter Hospital, that allows access to neurologists 24-hours-a-day through advanced video technology.
"This technology puts the neurologist right in the room with the patient and emergency medicine physician," said Dean Gushee M.D., director of emergency services. "When needed, this new technology will allow the neurologist to be right here at MGH when the patient arrives. Faster diagnosis and immediate treatment can often reduce or eliminate the debilitating results of a stroke."
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Feb. 7, 2012 at 11:15am Mason General, St. Peter partner to improve stroke careFeb. 7, 2012 at 11:06am South Sound hotels end 2011 with mixed resultsHotel occupancy numbers in Tacoma and Pierce County were lower during 2011 than 2010, but managed to eke out a small increase in southwest Washington, which includes Thurston and Lewis counties, according to the latest Trends in the Hotel Industry Report from Wolfgang Rood Hospitality Consulting. The occupancy rate in Tacoma and Pierce County fell 6.4 percent (65.6 percent vs. 70.1 percent) year over year. For the month of December, occupancy was off 1.6 percent (46.6 percent vs. 47.4 percent. Year over year occupancy rates in southwest Washington increased slightly (63.2 percent vs. 63 percent). For December, the rate fell 10.6 percent (42.6 percent vs. 51.7 percent). Posted in BE Daily, Lewis County, Pierce County, Tacoma, Thurston County, Tourism, Retail and Hospitality by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 7, 2012 at 9:36am Trader Joe's distribution center expected to support 400 new jobsWork on Trader Joe's 500,000-square-foot distribution center in Thurston County is well under way. Located on about 30-acres in Hawks Prairie, the project is expected to be completed this summer. "For the City of Lacey this is a very nice addition to our industrial area and community, especially bringing 400 jobs when job development is scarce," said Director of Community Development Rick Walk. Feb. 6, 2012 at 12:57pm Mason tops South Sound housing market during JanuaryMason 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. Posted 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 10:27am Healthy workplace efforts recognizedThurston County Chamber will be recognizing 31 organizations for actively promoting or providing a healthy work environment or culture during its WorkWell luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 8 at Saint Martin's University. Special kudos will go to the Happy Heart recipients – AAA Olympia, Altman Insurance Agency, And Nisqually Red Wind Casino – for extraordinary commitment to employee health. 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. 2, 2012 at 11:34am 54 hours from business idea to startupTurn ideas into companies, create jobs and learn about business planning. These are the primary goals of Startup Weekend, a 54 hour long event scheduled for March 2-4 at Saint Martin's University. Startup Weekend will bring together students, software developers, graphic designers, artists and other professionals to share new business ideas. Feb. 2, 2012 at 10:48am Thurston EDC seeking nominations for recognition awardsThe Thurston Economic Development Council looking for businesses and organizations that have demonstrated a significant contribution to the economic vitality and fabric of the community of Thurston County. Categories for the EDC's annual recognition awards include new business, small business, corporate employer and nonprofit organizations. Feb. 2, 2012 at 8:30am Providence, Swedish finalize affiliation agreementThe affiliation between Providence Health & Services and Swedish Health Services is official. While the organizations' names and brands will not be changing and patients won't see any difference in how they access care, by working together, Providence and Swedish can reduce costs and increase quality and access for patients. Both health systems also will be maintaining their individual identities and heritage. Providence will retain its Catholic identity and name, and Swedish will retain its name and will remain non-religious. Posted in BE Daily, Health care, Lewis County, South King County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike 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. 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 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. 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. 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. 26, 2012 at 12:15pm People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundBill Ecker has joined Pease Construction Inc. as director of business development. He has more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry, and also has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental accreditation and is a Designated Design Build Professional. Robin Corak has been named chief executive officer for Multi-Service Center, a Federal Way-based human services agency. She has held management positions with Multi-Service Center since 2005, the past two years as the agency's chief operations officer. 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 10:24am 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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