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Jobs still holding own in Tri-Cities

Posted on September 18, 2009 by

In spite of the ongoing recession, the Tri-Cities is faring much better that the rest of the state and nation. There was a gain in August of 2,400 nonfarm jobs, which is more than a 2.5 percent growth. Our strengths … Continue reading →

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Spaghetti Establishment gets new owners

Posted on April 10, 2009 by

Randy and Jolene Bibe have been eating at the Spaghetti Establishment for about 15 years, but as of this week they’re getting a different look at the longtime Kennewick eatery. The Bibes bought the restaurant from Dick and Karlene Nordness, … Continue reading →

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Where the jobs are, Spring 2009

Posted on March 18, 2009 by

A quarterly survey reveals the cities expecting the largest employment growth–and losses–across the country. Thanks to last year’s strong harvest of apples and the jobs that followed in juicing, packaging and shipping. Yakima, Wash., has the strongest employment outlook in … Continue reading →

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“Green” consciousness boon to economic development

Posted on February 19, 2009 by

Green jobs are a hot topic in Olympia today. Tri-City business leaders are on the bandwagon, spending a couple of days on the Capital campus promoting our region as a hotbed of green jobs. Our strongest foray into the realm … Continue reading →

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Tri-City jobs up slightly over year

Posted on December 18, 2008 by

The Tri-Cities gained about 3,100 non-farm jobs over the past year, but the national economic slowdown is beginning to take a toll as 800 non-farm jobs were lost last month, the State Employment Security Department reported Tuesday. Annual data shows … Continue reading →

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