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April 2026

May 2026 – GGHI Business Assistance Briefing

In today's world it can be hard to navigate the waters when it comes to running your business, gaining access to capital, marketing woes, workforce needs, or just getting started – GGHI is here to assist.

Message from the CEO

Hear from Darrin Raines in his final message before resigning as CEO.

Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. Business Forum Lunch Focuses on Tourism

The discussion featured District 1 County Commissioner Georgia Miller, Ocean Shores City Administrator Scott Andersen, John Shaw of the Westport South Beach Historical Society, Oyhut Bay Seaside Resort CEO Jason Meersman and Vice President of Seabrook Hospitality Nadine Huck.

Save the Date for Showcase Grays Harbor!

We're very excited to have secured a date for this year's Showcase: Friday, September 18th! This year's tour will explore East County with one current confirmed stop at Ascensus Specialties. Stay tuned for more details coming next month!

Thank you to our panel of speakers who joined us for our 'Tourism in Grays Harbor' Business Forum Lunch!

UPCOMING GGHI MEMBER EVENTS

May 30: The Seabrook Relay

May 30: Timber & Targets Golden Axe Challenge

May 30: YMCA Hiring Event

May 30: Ladies Night Out in Downtown Aberdeen

June 5-6: Back to the Future (1985) at 7th Street Theatre

June 6: 1st Security Bank Shred It Event

June 6: Seabrook Pride Celebration

June 9: Business After Hours - Hosted by 8th Street Ale House

The GGHI Staff and amazing Ambassador Team who helped make this year's Leaders' Banquet possible!

Quinault Nation Enterprises was awarded with the largest award of the night, GGHI Member of the Year!

GGHI MEMBER NEWS

2026 Business Recognition Award Winners Announced at Leaders' Banquet

Find a full list of this year's winners who are nominated by the community and voted upon by the GGHI Membership. Congratulations to all our award recipients!

GGHI Announces Q1 2026 Member of the Quarter: 7th Street Theatre

GGHI Ambassador of the Year Larry Burgher presented the award on Saturday, May 16, prior to the theatre’s showing of Jurassic Park.

Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. Welcomes New Member: Yon and Yonder Studio LLC

Located in Copalis Crossing, Yon and Yonder Studio offers a wide range of creative marketing services, including graphic design, website design, and animated video production.

Aberdeen Art Center Turns 10

The gallery features art created by over 160 local Grays Harbor County artists, ranging in all mediums of art, including acrylic, oils, and watercolors, to glass, pottery, and mixed-media art, and unique gift items.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Grays Harbor County Grays Harbor County Celebrates America’s 250th

America’s 250th is a yearlong celebration, and in Grays Harbor County, a number of organizations and cities are partaking in the celebrations.

Aberdeen History Windows Project Opens

History98520 (also known as The Friends of the Aberdeen Museum), Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. and the city of Aberdeen held a ribbon cutting on May 7 at the corner of Broadway and Wishkah streets in downtown Aberdeen celebrating the launch of the History Windows Project.

Grays Harbor County 2026 Primary Races Set

The 18-day primary voting period begins July 17 and runs through Primary Day, Aug. 4. The General Election’s voting period starts Oct. 16 and lasts until election day on Nov. 3.

Things to do for Father’s Day in Grays Harbor

It’s time to celebrate Dad! The father figures in our lives are irreplaceable – tell them just how much they mean to you with a day of fun. From barbecue to fast cars, we have everything Dad loves! Check out this list of things to do for Father’s Day in Grays Harbor.

April 2026 Renewing Members:

Grays Harbor Treatment Solutions, Timber Tails K9 Rescue, Burgher Home Loans, Elma Family Dental, Little Richard's House of Donuts, Lytle Seafoods, Washington Public Adjusters, David Steinman- State Farm Agent, Twin Harbors Technology Solutions, Ascensus Specialties LLC, Guild Mortgage, Montesano Farm & Home, Red Cedar at the Vasa, SERVPRO of Grays Harbor & Pacific Counties, Fournier Insurance Solutions, Grays Harbor College, Isagenix

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