Congratulations to Columbia Basin College on the grand reopening of their newly remodeled library! The facility is absolutely amazing. Check it out at 2600 N. 20th Ave. in Pasco.

Thank you to all of the local business representatives who attended the first "Yes You Can! Contracts with the Government" workshop on August 30.

"Yes You Can!" is a dynamic initiative aimed at facilitating learning and fostering growth among PTAC clients. This program brings together local businesses owners in an engaging forum designed to provide invaluable insights into the ever-evolving world of procurement.

In these interactive and knowledge-sharing sessions, attendees have the opportunity to explore, and discuss similar challenges. These carefully curated workshops cover a wide range of topics, including certifications, marketing, and innovative procurement technologies. 

Thank you to Tire Factory for sponsoring this innovative new program!

We were honored to host U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA - 4 CD) for our annual Congressional Update Membership Luncheon on August 23. Congressman Newhouse addressed key legislation in Washington D.C., answered questions from the audience, and even played a lighthearted game of "heads or tails" with the crowd. Thank you to Battelle for sponsoring the luncheon.

Congratulations to Pasco School District #1 on the ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of their new Digital Learning Center! The facility is located at 4403 W. Court St. in Pasco.

Congratulations to Heritage University on their new location in Kennewick! Check out the facility at 333 W. Canal Dr. (the former Tri-City Herald building).

Congratulations to Windermere Group One on the grand opening of their new location in Pasco! Visit them at 9527 Sandifur Parkway.

Congratulations to the Pasco School District on the groundbreaking celebration of Comprehensive High School #3. The school's location will be at 6091 Burns Rd. 

Thank you to everyone who came out to Business After Hours at Cork's Place Kids Grief Center! We hope that you left with some valuable new business connections.

On Tuesday, August 1, chief executives from the Tri-City Regional Chamber’s Stakeholder and Leader level member organizations convened for the first CEO Reception event at Frichette Winery in Benton City.

The event connected attendees with other leaders in our region. Darlene Wilczynski, Vice President and Regional Executive of the Seattle branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, gave a short presentation and answered questions regarding the current economy, recent Fed actions, and more.

Following Wilczynski’s presentation, attendees were treated to a private tour of Frichette Winery from Greg and Shae Frichette.

The CEO Reception is an exclusive feature for Regional Chamber members at the Leader and Stakeholder levels. For more information on those levels, contact Elisabeth Holt, Vice President, at elisabeth.holt@tricityregionalchamber.com or 509.491.3237.