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Taylor Shellfish: Local Smokehouse Brings Flavor Home

Taylor Shellfish Farms is charting a new course with the addition of a smokehouse and cannery at its Shelton headquarters. This project blends more than 130 years of aquaculture heritage with a modern “tide to table” approach. It also creates fresh opportunities to enjoy locally raised shellfish while keeping more of the value in Mason County. The company began in the 1890s when the Taylor family first farmed Olympia oysters on Puget Sound. From those beginnings, Taylor Shellfish has grown Read more

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Powers Music & Recording: Affordable Instruments, Full-Service Rentals, & Pro Studio

As band programs begin for the new school year, many students are picking up an instrument for the first time. Powers Music & Recording, which opened in August 2024, has quickly become a hub where musicians of all ages can find the tools, support, and inspiration to grow. What started with fewer than twenty guitars has grown into a full-service music store offering guitars, band and orchestral instruments, keyboards, drums, merchandise, and a professional recording studio. In addition to its Read more

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Mason Health Invests in Future with Campus Mason Plan

Mason Health is in the midst of a transformation that will shape how health care is delivered in Mason County for decades to come. Guided by its Campus Master Plan, the hospital district has launched a series of construction projects that expand services, enhance patient safety, and improve access to care. Work began this spring and will continue in phases through 2026, with one of the most anticipated developments being the arrival of a high-field open MRI by the end Read more

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OysterFest Brings Flavor, Fun, & Lasting Impact

For locals, OysterFest is a treasured tradition. For visitors, it offers a delicious dive into the Pacific Northwest’s legendary seafood scene. The 44th annual OysterFest, hosted by the Shelton Skookum Rotary Club, takes place Saturday and Sunday, October 4–5, 2025, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on Saturday and 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Sunday. The weekend begins on Friday, October 3, with OysterFunk, a lively 21+ beer garden hosted by the Shelton Rotary Club from 6:00 to 10:00 Read more

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Your Gifts Can Help Make Shelton Beautiful

The flower baskets that grace our streets for the summer season have hung proudly throughout the summer season . This project, led by the Chamber, could not have been possible without the help, support, and organizational skills from members of the community. Our thanks go to Hood Canal Communications and City of Shelton who were instrumental in the planning and hanging the flower baskets. The Chamber and its partners collaborate to beautify our community in the summer with a flowery, Read more

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The Bear Gulch Fire & Hoodsport: Strength Amidst Uncertainty

The Bear Gulch Fire, which started July 6 on the north side of Lake Cushman, has burned more than 10,000 acres in Olympic National Forest. Human-caused and still under investigation, the fire has been slow to contain. As of early September, just nine percent was under control, with 147 personnel still assigned to the incident. While no structures have been lost, the fire has shaped both the landscape and the economy of Mason County for more than two months. Cooler Read more

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The Future of Work Summit Returns on Wednesday, October 8

Get ready to rethink, refresh, and revolutionize your approach to the workplace at the region’s premier workforce summit. On Wednesday, October 8, business owners, executives, HR professionals, and community leaders are invited to gather at Saint Martin’s University for the fourth annual Future of Work event. Running from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm, this summit brings together voices from five counties to explore how collaboration between businesses, schools, and career seekers can strengthen tomorrow’s workforce. This year’s keynote speaker is Read more

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Chamber, EDC to Host Candidate Forum October 9

As ballots arrive in mailboxes, the business community is convening a candidate forum for contested local races directly responsible for shaping policy. The event takes place at 6:00p on Thursday, October 9 at Olympic Middle School and will also be streamed live on Mason WebTV, powered by HCC. Candidates in the following races (listed in ballot order) have been invited to participate: Shelton City Council Position 3 (Kenneth Mobley & Sharon Schirman), City Council Position 4 (Holly Cahoon & Eric Read more

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Businesses Invited to Host 20-Hour Student Internships

The Shelton School District’s Internship Program is returning this year, and local businesses are invited to take part. In its first year, the program connected Shelton High School students with more than 1,200 hours of hands-on career experience. This was possible thanks to support from businesses that opened their doors and gave students opportunities to explore career pathways right here in Mason County. Employers also benefited by meeting and mentoring the next generation of talent. The program is expanding this Read more

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Peninsula Credit Union Receives National “Juntos Avanzamos” Designation for Commitment to Financial Inclusion

Peninsula Credit Union has been awarded the national designation “Juntos Avanzamos”(“Together We Advance”), recognizing its commitment to serving and empowering Hispanic andimmigrant communities through inclusive, affordable financial services. It marks a significantachievement this year as the company celebrates its 90th anniversary. On Tuesday, September 17, 2025, Peninsula Credit Union will host a special event at its Shelton branch,bringing together community partners, local leaders, and members to celebrate the designation, themilestone anniversary, and will also ring in Hispanic Heritage Month. The Read more

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