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Kelly Clark Joins SCJ Alliance to Lead Construction Management Group

SCJ Alliance welcomes Kelly Clark as manager of the Construction Management group. With over 27 years in the industry, one of Kelly’s strengths is developing and implementing quality control protocols to ensure high quality projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. “Kelly has proven leadership abilities, exceptional communication and coordination skills, and strong analytical,…

An Open Invitation to the Grand- Reopening of the Corbin Low Vision Resource Center

The Olympia Host Lions Club Foundation invites you to join us for the celebration of the remodeled version of the only low vision resource center in Western Washington. The Corbin Low Vision Resource Center (LVRC) offers, free of charge, the loan of  low vision enhancement aids to anyone who needs them, without time, income or…

Trl Asks Rochester Community for Feedback on Future Services

Timberland Regional Library is asking Rochester area residents to take part in shaping future services by giving feedback in person and online. With the Rochester Timberland Kiosk agreement set to expire at the end of 2021, Timberland Regional Library (TRL) staff are hoping to learn more about the needs and wants of community members in that area. TRL also will be working with the Rochester Organization of Families (ROOF) Community Services and the Rochester School District to transition into continued library services in the community. “We…

21st Annual ACU Turkey Shoot Golf Tournament Raises Over $45,000 in Donations for JBLM Service Member Support

On December 7, 2021, America’s Credit Union [ACU] CEO, Ken Leonard, and the ACU Foundation Board presented $45,000 raised from this year’s Turkey Shoot golf tournament to Joint Base Lewis-McChord [JBLM] nonprofit Santa’s Castle, and the Association of the United States Army [AUSA]. The event was also attended by staff and service members. Funds will…

Get into the Holiday Spirit with the “12 Days of Giving”

As the holidays approach, one often thinks about ways they can show appreciation to their friends and family. Likewise, they wonder how they can give back to the community.    This year, several local nonprofits are participating in a pioneer campaign called the “Twelve Days of Giving – Thurston County” which crosses several sectors –…

Support BIPOC Business at the South Sound BIPOC Holiday Bazaar

South Sound BIPOC and the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce are excited to announce the first-ever SSBIPOC Holiday Bazaar, an event that features BIPOC owned businesses! Invite your friends and bring extra cans of food for a food-drive to support the Thurston County Foodbank. When: December 11 from 10 am – 4 pm Where: Olympia Lamplighters, 211…

Thurston Chamber Celebrates 2021 Boss of the Year Honorees

The Thurston County Chamber is proud to announce the annual Boss of the Year Recognition and Celebration. “For over eleven years, we’ve recognized outstanding leaders in the workplace. What makes this award unique is that nominations come from the leader’s direct reports. In the lab of actual workplaces, around 15 students from Saint Martin’s University…

PacMtn Workforce Development Council Hires William Westmoreland as Chief Executive Officer

The Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of William Westmoreland as its next Chief Executive Officer.   Mr. Westmoreland is currently employed by PacMtn as the Senior Associate Director of Business Engagement and Community Affairs.  His career has included corporate, education and non-profit experience and 17 years…

PSE launches Community Solar at Olympia High School

PSE partnered with Olympia School District to launch Community Solar, a new voluntary renewable energy program now available for customer subscription. Located at Olympia High School, the first solar installation in the program features more than 500 solar panels installed on the roof of the school gymnasium building. The installation provides 200 kilowatts of AC…

NW Momentum Health Partners Achieves $11M in Gross Savings as Participant in Next Generation Accountable Care Organization Model

NW Momentum Health Partners (NWMHP) Accountable Care Organization (ACO) achieved $11M in gross savings for the 2020 reporting year in the Next Generation Accountable Care Organization Model. NWMHP ACO retained its 94.25% quality rating from 2019, as allowed via the Public Health Emergency waiver. The Next Generation ACO Model was launched in 2016 by the Centers for…