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Thurston EDC Receives USDA Food Hub Grant

Fresh, locally grown produce will now be more accessible across Southwest Washington, thanks to a Local Food Promotion Program Grant to develop a Food Hub containing regionally produced agricultural products.

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What’s your Anthem?

Meet Bryan Reynolds, co-owner of Anthem Coffee & Tea

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Walking the Talk

The cycle of poverty is vicious and difficult to break. But that hasn’t discouraged Dona Ponepinto from dedicating much of her life to helping those who struggle.

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University Place-Based Funeral Home Expands Offerings for Pet Burial Services

Nonprofit cemetery New Tacoma Cemeteries Funeral Home and Crematory has expanded to include man's best friend.

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Distinguished Alumnus and Global Health Expert to Speak at PLU

Pacific Lutheran University has announced that alumnus Dr. William Foege will return to campus on Feb. 20 to give a presentation entitled “Why to Avoid a Life Plan,” focusing on the future implications of mankind’s current actions.

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Yelm Receives ‘Distinguished Budget Award’

The Government Finance Officers Association has awarded the City of Yelm the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for an exceptional budget document, marking the second year in a row that the City achieved this honor.

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Study: SPSCC Makes $930M Mark on Thurston County

South Puget Sound Community College’s economic impact totaled $930 million for fiscal year 2017-18, according to an economic impact study recently released by the Thurston County Economic Development Council.

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Metro Parks to Form Steering Committee for Regional Sports Complex

Metro Parks Tacoma has announced that it is forming and accepting applications for a steering committee that will participate in the research and analysis of a proposed athletic fields complex siting project.

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Made in the South Sound: Leadership on the Water

The Tacoma Youth Marine Center is located on the Foss Waterway and is regarded as the area’s premier waterfront youth-focused facility.

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Commerce Accepting Applications for Electric Transportation Grants

With $10.6 million available to expand the electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Washington, the Department of Commerce is now accepting applications for Electrification of Transportation Systems grants.