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
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
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,
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
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
YCDA is excited to assist Women in Manufacturing (WIM) in promoting two upcoming events. A Day in the Hop Industry (Wed., May 29, 2024): Dive deep into the heart of Yakima County’s hop
Have you ever compared the cost of living when planning on moving or taking a new job? Have you wondered where this data comes from? YCDA, like many other economic development organizations across
The City of Yakima was recently awarded a $750,000 Supporting Investments in Economic Development (SIED) grant to support the design and construction of upgrades to the Yakima Air Terminal. The grant is part
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
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
