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OlyFed Partners with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to Award $20,000 to South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity
(OLYMPIA, WA)- Olympia Federal Savings (OlyFed), in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is pleased to announce that South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity has received a $20,000 grant from the FHLB Des Moines Member Impact Fund. This matching grant program, which was introduced in 2023, will provide nearly…
Flying Colors Painting Company Lifts the Lions Low Vision Resource Center to New Sights
If you or a loved one suffers from a low vision diagnosis, you probably know the importance of color contrast in their sightline. Thanks to the generosity of the Flying Colors Paint Company (FCPC), the Lions Low Vision Resource Center now has color contrast on its walls. Dustin Wilson started FCPC in 1980 to provide…
Unlocking the Power of Neurodiversity: Sensory Tool House Leads the Way in Workplace Accessibility
by Natasha Ashenhurst In an ever-evolving landscape of work, where diversity and inclusivity are paramount, two remarkable individuals are pioneering change. Meet Katie McMurray, the visionary owner of Sensory Tool House, LLC, and Lauren Howard, the driving force behind its operations. Their groundbreaking insights are set to illuminate the Future of Work Summit on October…
WASHINGTON BUSINESS BANK REPORTS Q2 & YTD RESULTS
Jon M. Jones, President and CEO, of Washington Business Bank today announced the results for the second quarter of 2023. The bank posted net income of $377,423 for the quarter ended June 30, 2023 vs. net income of $217,872 in the second quarter of 2022, a 73.23% increase. Second quarter 2023 income was 2.77% less…
No Day Is Complete Without a Nom Nom Stop
by Kathryn Millhorn Our favorite treats often come with a signature happy noise. From slurping spaghetti noodles to crunching freshly popped popcorn, good food engages all five senses. Especially so with the unique, globally inspired, mouthwatering creations at The Nom Nom Stop in Lacey. Fudge, handcrafted chocolate, cake jars, skillfully painted bonbons, and even lusciously…
Join the SPSCC Music Department for Three Concerts This March
The South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) Music Department will be performing three concerts featuring SPSCC students this March at the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts Main Stage: Swing into Spring, Folksong, and Vows & Chorales. On March 14 at 7:30 p.m., the SPSCC Jazz Band, joined by the Ali Jackson Trio, presents an evening concert…
Harlequin to Postpone Productions until March 2022
January 5, 2022 – In the interest of artist and patron safety amid the current surge in COVID-19 cases with the Omicron variant, Harlequin Productions will be postponing further production until March 2022. The next scheduled production, Murder for Two, which was to run January 21 – February 19, will now run March 11 – April 2. The…
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…
Washington Business Bank Reports Q3 & Record YTD Results
Jon M. Jones, President and CEO, of Washington Business Bank today announced the results for the third quarter of 2021. The bank posted net income of $328,883 for the quarter ended September 30, 2021 vs. net income of $297,737 in the third quarter of 2020, a 10.46% increase. Year-to-date earnings through September 2021 were…