THE HARBOR INSIDER

July, 2023

GGHI NEWS

GGHI’s State of Grays Harbor Presented Uniquely Commissioned Economic Research and Featured Speakers from the Department of Commerce and UW

The GGHI Signature Event drew a nearly sold out crowd to hear insight gathered in GGHI’s 2023 Economic Vitality Index as well as presentations from keynote speakers.


Message from the CEO

A few weeks ago, GGHI released its annual Economic Vitality Index. This specially commissioned research collects demographic and revenue data from across different sources and presents them to the community during the State of Grays Harbor.

What does the 2022 data say about Grays Harbor economy?


July Business Assistance Briefing

New and Small Businesses and Compliance Laws, 'Start a Business in WA Workshop, StartUp Washington and their Business Startup Playbook, and more help for your business.

UPCOMING EVENTS


July 13: Ribbon Cutting - Pioneer Park Little League


July 14-16: Annie KIDS - 7th Street Kids


July 15: Westport Wine Festival


July 18: Toni Fountain Hair Ribbon Cutting


July 18: North Beach Genealogy Society


July 21: Oceana Spa 15 Year Anniversary Celebration & Ribbon Cutting


July 22: Emergency Preparedness EXPO


July 22: 19th Annual Seabrook Founders Day Celebration


July 25: Business Forum Lunch - The Future of Jobs in Grays Harbor County

GGHI MEMBER NEWS

GGHI Welcomes New Member, Cameo Home Inspection Services

Cameo Home Inspection Services helps buyers and sellers navigate through the home buying and selling process. 


Lady Washington Spending Summer Season Sailing, Schooling

Welcoming thousands of guests as she sails from city to city in stately grace, the Lady Washington and her crew are having a busy summer.


A Half Century on: PAWS of Grays Harbor Celebrates 50 Years

From a meeting with no more than a dozen folks who were interested in helping animals to an established shelter with plans to expand, PAWS has evolved and grown over the years. 


Grays Harbor Transit Awarded Funding through Federal Transit Administration Programs

U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer announced that the Washington State Department of Transportation will receive funding from the Federal Transit Administration to purchase transit vehicles and a bus washing system for Grays Harbor Transit Authority to replace aging buses. 

COMMUNITY NEWS

Nirvana Talk Walk Ride Entertains All

A small faction of Grays Harbor residents took in a free tour to learn about Aberdeen’s most famous son Kurt Cobain.


Work Begins on High Dune Trail

After years of effort, the City of Ocean Shores expects construction will be complete by September.


Westport Awarded Funding as One of Five FCAAP 2023-2025 Competitive Planning Grant Projects

The grant funding is intended to help communities develop comprehensive flood hazard management plans that will reduce the risk of flooding and protect lives and property.


Washington Receives Nearly $133 Million in RAISE Grants; Almost $5m for Shoalwater Tribe

RAISE grants — which were originally created under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act as TIGER grants — can be used for a wide variety of infrastructure projects with local or regional impact.

 

Congratulations to La Spiaggia Ristorante on their One Year Anniversary in Ocean Shores!

June, 2023 Renewing Members

Bayview Redi-Mix, Inc., Franciscovich & Associates, Burgher Home Loans, LeMay, Seaworthy Home, Westhaven Villa-Caring Places Mtg, The Moore Wright Group, West Coast Hearing Clinic, Lakeside Industries, Family Medicine of Grays Harbor, Grays Harbor Transit, Ocean Crest Resort, Western Steel & Supply Inc., Deidra's Deli, Kandle & Kauldron, Aunt Suzie's Daycare


June, 2023 New Members

Apex Permitting and Consulting, Realty ONE Group All Stars, Blue Zones Grays Harbor County, Ambiance Massage & Spa, Edward Jones-Rivera, Harbor Foot & Ankle Clinc, Toni Fountain Hair

THANK YOU to our Leader's Circle Members!
 
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