From Our Business Matters Magazine

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Recent Online Posts from Business Matters

• Housing Market Adjusting To Seasonal Norms
  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: Housing Market Adjusting To Seasonal Norms
• Do You Want to Run for Public Office?
  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: Do You Want to Run for Public Office?
• Chamber Seeks Community Support: Beautification Fundraiser Underway
  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: Chamber Seeks Community Support: Beautification Fundraiser Underway
• Saint Andrew’s House Expands Vision with Sacred Waters Center for Restoration & Retreat
  Thanks to a generous donation, Saint Andrew’s has acquired the adjacent Harmony Hill Retreat Center, uniting their legacy of compassion with a fresh commitment to personal wellness, racial reconciliation, and environmental care. This new center aims to offer a meaningful space where guests can find renewal. “Saint Andrew’s House and… Read more: Saint Andrew’s House Expands Vision with Sacred Waters Center for Restoration & Retreat
• Shelton Inn Welcomes New Ownership and Unveils Transformative Renovations
  The Shelton Inn, a landmark at the gateway of downtown since 1965, has entered a new chapter under new ownership. Innkeepers Damon Handley and Rachel Clark are longtime Washington residents deeply rooted in the area. With a shared passion for hospitality, they are revitalizing the inn, aiming to retain its… Read more: Shelton Inn Welcomes New Ownership and Unveils Transformative Renovations

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