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$100 Million Available to Support Businesses Affected by Pandemic; Information Webinar March 13

The Washington State Department of Commerce announced a new grant opportunity for businesses in the hospitality and lodging industry that suffered business losses due to the pandemic. The application portal opens on March 14 at wahospitalitygrants.com. An informational webinar is scheduled for Monday, March 13. To learn more and subscribe to email updates about the program visit wahospitalitygrants.com. For questions, email info@wahospitalitygrants.com. Who can apply The grants are open only to: Additional qualifications “While some of our small businesses are starting to recover and Read more…

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Hood Canal Communications Ribbon Cutting at Eldon Store

HCC Utilizes Public Works Board Funding Brings Broadband to Underserved

The Chamber marked the completion of two Hood Canal Communications‘ Broadband Projects on January 27. HCC, public officials, project crews, and community stakeholders gathered for ribbon cuttings to celebrate. HCC was awarded a broadband grant in the amount of $410k from the Department of Commerce’s Public Works Board for its “Strong Road Project.” The total project estimate is $513k and will provide broadband services in the previously underserved areas of E Strong Road, E Vineyard Dr, E Osprey Ln, E Read more…

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Chamber, Partners Convene Legislative for Sendoff

On Thursday, January 5, the Shelton-Mason County and North Mason Chambers of Commerce, EDC of Mason County and City of Shelton hosted a Legislative Sendoff for Senator Drew MacEwen (R-Union) and Representative Travis Couture (R-Allyn) of the 35th Legislative District. Representative Dan Griffey (R-Belfair) planned to attend but was unable to participate due to illness. The program was made possible thanks to Shelton Yacht Club at Oakland Bay Marina, who provided the venue for the event, and sponsor City of Read more…

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Hood Canal Communications Ribbon Cutting at Eldon Store

HCC Expands Broadband to Eldon Area

The Chamber marked the completion of Hood Canal Communications‘ Eldon Area Broadband Project on January 5. HCC, Mason County Commissioners, project crews, and community stakeholders gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony. HCC was awarded a grant in the amount of $502K from Mason County using American Rescue Plan Act funds. The total project estimate is $627K and will extend HCC’s backbone heading north and provide broadband services in the low-density Eldon area. The event will also commemorate the launch of Read more…

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Chamber Supports Shelton School District Replacement Levy

The Chamber has long been a supporter of strong schools in our community. The business community recognizes the importance of high performing schools in attracting new employers as well as in hiring and retaining great employees. We encourage and support programs such as Career Academies at Shelton High School that develop alternative models for instructional delivery and that are designed intentionally to meet employer needs with regard to rigor, specificity, and timeliness. We also understand that school programs, including career Read more…

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2023 Legislative Sendoff

The Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce, North Mason Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Council of Mason County will present the 2023 Legislative Sendoff on January 5, with sponsorship support from City of Shelton and Shelton Yacht Club. This is your opportunity to meet with our state legislators—Senator Drew MacEwen (R-Union), Representative Dan Griffey (R-Allyn), and Representative Travis Couture (R-Allyn)—as they speak about issues and priorities expected to face the state during the upcoming 105-day session. This event is being held Read more…

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Holidays Bright with Charm & Cheer

“It’s Christmas time in the City…” Or so the song goes! The Chamber is proud to trim the town again, as we have for so many years. Shelton is already dazzling with lights strung across Railroad Avenue as colorful lights wrap the trees lining the street. You will soon see Tollie and the caboose draped with evergreens donated by Wild Greens International, merry bows, and bright lights. The lamp posts that held flower baskets in the summer will be adorned Read more…

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Chamber Celebrates Shop Small Season

The Chamber is proud to announce that it will continue to lead the movement to Shop Small. This year we are promoting Small Business Season: November 1-December 31. The Chamber has also renewed its commitment as a member of the Small Business Saturday Coalition, of which the Chamber has been a member since the program’s inaugural year. Right now, it’s more important than ever to support the local businesses we love. You might not realize it, but every time you Read more…

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Mason County Association of Realtors Sponsors Chamber Annual Forum

On Wednesday, November 30, the Chamber will host its annual Real Estate Review & Economic Forum. This year’s program is sponsored by Mason County Association of Realtors. The forum will delve into our real estate and business climate across Mason County and the greater western Washington region. Andy Conklin, a veteran Realtor at Windemere Real Estate, and James McCafferty, Director of the WWU Center for Economic and Business Research, will provide an in-depth analysis of relevant data and discuss current Read more…

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Deadline for Community to Submit Annual Awards Nominations is December 31

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 December 31, 2022. Award categories, guidelines, and the complete list of past winners is also published online. There are five categories open for nominations. Business of the Year honors the business that made the most significant contribution benefiting the Mason County community over the past year; most recently, Read more…

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