Due to the COVID-19 crisis, Governor Inslee, with support from the Legislature, suspended job search requirements for anyone seeking unemployment benefits starting March 20th. That suspension has been extended with a current end date of August 8th. This leaves many businesses and job seekers asking, “what does this mean for me?” What does this…
DetailsGov. Jay Inslee and Secretary of Health John Wiesman yesterday announced changes to “Safe Start,” Washington’s phased approach to reopening. The changes target activities that data have shown provide a higher risk of COVID-19 exposure. It has been four months since the governor announced the state’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order. Since then, cases in…
DetailsThe Washington Center for Women in Business created its fifth annual INSPIRE Women’s Business Conference for forward-looking women business owners and business leaders in our community. Attendees seek to increase their knowledge to overcome the challenges they face in business, learn new skills, effectively communicate value to their customers, and bring innovation into their organization.…
DetailsOn July 16, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission adopted rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for Americans in crisis to connect with suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors. You cannot call 988 now. 988 will be available beginning on July 16, 2022. Americans who need help now should continue to…
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