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YCDA Childcare Accelerator Program Grows Capacity in Yakima County

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Lack of access to and affordability for childcare has caused over 4,000 workers in the greater Yakima region to drop out of the workforce. This volatility in the labor market is estimated to cost area businesses $92 million annually. Childcare is a family stabilizer and indirect economic driver/multiplier. It enables labor force participation, especially among […]

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Community Wildfire Safety Forum hosted by Pacific Power

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YAKIMA, WA.–Pacific Power hosted a community Wildfire Safety Forum last week held at Yakima Valley College Conference Center.  Attendees listened to presentations from leadership at Pacific Power about the growing dangers of wildfires across the country. Pacific Power is adapting its operating policies in preparation for extreme weather conditions to mitigate wildfire risks.  Pacific Power

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Upcoming Workshops: Self Employment Essentials

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Empowering workshops designed to provide essential knowledge and resources for self-employed individuals and solopreneurs.  These workshops are FREE and offer invaluable insights and networking opportunities. When: June 11, 2024 Where: South Central Workforce Office, 1205 Ahtanum Ridge Dr. Suite B, Union Gap, WA 98903 Workshop 1: Self-Employment Essentials and Resources (9:30 am – 11:30 am with

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Dashboard provides 34 economic trends across Washington State

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YAKIMA, WA.–Wednesday, May 24, 2024 -Kris Johnson, President of the Association of Washington Business (AWB), presented at a Yakima SHRM Event. Kris was joined by Senator Curtis King who also shared his perspective on our economy and local workforce. Kris shared updates with attendees across: Manufacturing Talent Business Environment Infrastructure  Connectivity Entrepreneurship & Innovation The

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Amazon announces plans for new last-mile facility in Yakima

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YAKIMA, Wa.–Tuesday, May 21, 2024 –Amazon plans to expand its investment in Washington by opening a new delivery station in Yakima. This new facility, located at 501 Keys Rd., will be approximately 90,000 square feet. Launch plans for this delivery station are in the very early stages, with renovations to the existing building scheduled to

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Business Leaders in Kittitas, Klickitat, Skamania, and Yakima Counties

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Are you looking to enhance your business and make a positive impact, in the community? South Central Workforce is here to help support your business through its Community Reinvestment Funds (CRF) Program. What’s in it for your business? Recruitment Assistance: Find the right talent for your team. Training Opportunities: Enhance skills and productivity. Wage Support:

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Walmart celebrates 20 years of operations in Grandview

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Twenty years ago the Yakima Valley celebrated the opening of Walmart Distribution #7021, an 800,000-square-foot grocery fulfillment center that employed 400 hourly associates and served 42 stores in three states.   Today, the Distribution Center (DC) employs 764 hourly associates, 61 salaried managers, and delivers product fulfillment to 120 Walmart stores across five different states.  In

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