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Industries Strategize How to Stay Afloat During COVID-19

Businesses across industries are having to quickly pivot and reevaluate how to keep doors open in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

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Ironman Triathlon to Bring Spending, Exposure to Maple Valley

Maple Valley will receive a burst of business and exposure on Sept. 20 when it’s scheduled to host an Ironman triathlon that is expected to draw 2,700 athletes plus about 8,100 spectators who travel with the competitors.

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Remote Work Tips From Locals Doing it Right

South Sound businesses are stepping up to the challenge of working remotely. Those having success shared their tips on networking, tech, stimulus aid, and more.

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Rob Harris Named Leader of National Small Business Association

The National Small Business Association, the nation's oldest small business advocacy organization, has recently named Rob Harris of Dualos LLC. as the organization's newest leadership council advocate.

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Region Helps St. Jude Fight Childhood Cancer, Other Diseases

The chief fundraiser for Memphis-based St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital visited the area recently to meet some of the hospital’s more than 50,000 donors in the area, and also with professionals who advise clients on donations vital to St. Jude.

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Coronavirus Stimulus Package: Details and Eligibility

On a webinar held Friday in Pierce County, Congressman Denny Heck and Neil Bradley of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discussed what the recently passed stimulus package means for individuals and businesses.

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South Sound Bands Together in Myriad Ways Amid Pandemic

Local nonprofits, businesses, and the general public are stepping up to help their neighbors and frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 crisis.

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When Cash Isn’t an Option — Trade

The COVID economy has made more businesses go "noncash," turning to barter and trade platforms like Bellevue-based BizX for help.

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Local Leaders Unite to Find Way Forward Amid Uncertainty

As Tacoma business leaders begin to navigate uncharted waters in the face of economic factors related to COVID-19, many sought to connect with peers experiencing the same uncertainty.

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Manufacturers Urged to Shift Operations to Address COVID-19 Supply Shortages

The State of Washington and Impact Washington, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding and supporting the local manufacturing sector, is requesting local companies shift gears and re-purpose manufacturing operations to support the current crisis.