As a Catalyst for business growth, the Chamber is here to help you make the most of your participation in the Expo & Bite of Mason County. Whether you’re a first-time exhibitor or a returning favorite, the April luncheon provided tools to sharpen your strategy and elevate your presence. As Read more…
As the season changes, so should your workspace. Spring is the perfect time to refresh your business—clear out clutter, reorganize, and make space for what’s next. Whether you run a storefront, an office, or manage multiple properties, a seasonal reset can help boost productivity, improve safety, and create a more Read more…
If your summer plans include traveling around the Olympic Peninsula, you’ll likely see numerous road work for fish passage and bridge or road preservation projects. The work in Mason County is limited to Sections of US 101 south of Shelton, which will see a new roadway surface this summer. That Read more…
The Mason County Economic Development Council (MasonEDC) is offering scholarship opportunities for two business training programs designed to support entrepreneurs in launching and expanding their businesses. The Business Enterprise Startup Training (BEST) program provides new entrepreneurs with essential knowledge on business planning, structuring and licensing, branding and marketing, intellectual property Read more…
Mount Olive Lutheran Church will host Business After Hours on May 14. Drop in from 5:30-7:00p to socialize and connect with fellow Chamber members, local business owners, organizational leaders, elected officials, and friends. RSVP below. Business After Hours is a monthly event hosted at member businesses on the second Wednesday of Read more…
As we move into spring and summer, the housing market is experiencing a return to more typical seasonal trends. Home inventory is increasing, price growth is stabilizing, and mortgage rates have eased slightly from early 2025 levels. While price cuts are happening, they reflect a return to normal pricing strategies Read more…
The Chamber serves as a voice for business and we make it a point to be at the heart of important issues like workforce development, quality of life, and civic engagement. That said, we are not political action committees and do not endorse candidates; we are an independent organization led Read more…
Since 1999, the Chamber has helped brighten downtown Shelton with the installation of its annual hanging flower baskets. These vibrant blooms bring color and warmth to our streets throughout the summer months, enhancing the charm of our community and serving as a cheerful reminder of the pride we share in Read more…
Krisy Henry, Laura Mershon, and Michelle Himlie recently earned their Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)® designation. These three join Keith Fuller, Jef Conklin, Andy Conklin, and Jeanne Blanton (alongside a now-retired Vince Himlie). With their addition, an impressive 50% of the Brokers at Windmere Real Estate/Himlie Inc. now hold the CRS Read more…
Now open, Mason County Historical Society Museum presents “More Than a Building: Early Schools in Mason County,” an exhibit focusing on the role of early schoolhouses in local communities. As settlers moved west in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many small schools were established to educate children throughout Read more…