For 45 years, OysterFest has brought people to Mason County each fall for a weekend centered around oysters, seafood, live music, family activities and community. The 45th annual OysterFest returns October 3 & 4, but for many visitors, the weekend starts a night earlier with OysterFunk. Together, the two events Read more
Darren Eisele first joined the Chamber’s Ambassador Committee in 2014 and served in the role for five years. After taking a break, he was excited to return to the Ambassador program in 2026. As Customer Experience & Marketing Director for Hood Canal Communications, Darren has spent years building relationships throughout Read more
The Hood Canal School District is undertaking a multiyear modernization and expansion project that will add new learning spaces, update facilities, and provide additional room for programs serving students and families. The project is supported by a six-year capital levy approved by district voters in February 2025. The levy will Read more
A great local restaurant can become more than a place to grab a meal. It can be where friends meet after work, families celebrate milestones, and a regular Wednesday night turns into a memorable evening. That sense of connection is what Jim and Nikki hoped to create when they opened Read more
As one of Mason County’s largest employers and most recognizable destinations, Little Creek Casino Resort has long had an impact that extends beyond the gaming floor. With Jef Bauer now at the helm, the resort is looking to build on that reach by investing in its workforce, enhancing the guest Read more
After more than a year of closure, the Staircase developed area of Olympic National Park reopened to visitors on July 8, along with Forest Service Road 24 and several recreation sites around Lake Cushman. The area had been closed since the Bear Gulch Fire ignited in the Olympic National Forest Read more
Mason County voters will have plenty to consider in the November 3 General Election, with races for local, county, utility, and state offices, along with measures that will shape our communities in the years ahead. In the seven-way primary for Mason County Commissioner District 3, Miguel Gutierrez and George Blush Read more
September has been proclaimed Eat Local Month in Washington, recognizing the farmers, fishers, food producers, and food artisans who provide fresh, healthy, and sustainably produced food to communities across the state. The 2026 proclamation also recognizes the longstanding role of Tribal fisheries, which continue to provide nourishment, support local economies, Read more
Chamber Annual Golf Tournament A sunny Friday at Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club made for a great day on the course as Chamber members and local businesses came together for the 16th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament on August 21. With teams spread across the course, the day included plenty of Read more
For decades, the Chamber has recognized deserving businesses, individuals, and organizations through its annual awards program. The entire community is invited to submit nominations online at masonchamber.com/nominate and will be accepted through September 30, 2026. Award categories, guidelines, and the complete list of past winners is also published online. There Read more