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Read more... Travel Washington: Darrington’s bluegrass thrives in Evergreen State Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Richard S. Davis No business plan. No marketing strategy. No structured financing. Read more... Tourism: Washington wine touring coming of age Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Steve Roberts On a visit to a Napa Valley, Calif., winery in 2006, a friend and I were greeted by a smiling concierge who ushered us into a room filled with other would-be wine tasters. Read more... Tourism: Mount Rainier National Park Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Daniel Brunell It was really no surprise that an image of Mount Rainier was chosen for the back of the United States Mint’s series of 50 state quarters. Read more... Tourism: Less than 2 until 2010: When will Washington get into the game? Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Danielle Rhéaume In less than two years, the world will watch a celebrated Canadian light the Olympic Cauldron. Read more... Q&A: Don Welsh: President and CEO, Seattle Convention and Visitors Bureau: Convention center major draw for tourism dollars Written On: March/April 2008 Don Welsh is president and CEO of the Seattle Convention and Visitors Bureau. Read more... Profile: Sen. Paull Shin State Senator, District 21 Senate, vice president pro tem Chair, Higher Education Committee Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Daniel Brunell Sen. Paull Shin is a name you don’t hear much around Olympia. Read more... Policy: Enhanced ID: Coming to a border crossing near you Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Paul Schlienz Those planning a two-nation vacation between the United States and Canada should take note: The Washington State Department of Licensing is now offering an “enhanced driver’s license,” which serves as both a driver’s license and a travel document that will get you across the border. Read more... Policy and Politics: Economy took center stage in 2008 Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Richard S. Davis, VP Communications Read more... Points of View: We can always change the rules Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Rep. Cary Condotta, R-Wenatchee In the real world, most products have a life-span. Read more... Points of View: Locked out: House Bill 2769 Written On: March/April 20080 Written By: Rep. Steve Conway, D-Tacoma House Bill 2769, sponsored by Rep. Sharon Nelson, D-Vashon Island, attempts to rectify an inequity in current law that allows some employees to receive unemployment benefits when locked out or on strike, but not others. Read more... Member Profile: Ye Olde Curiosity Shop: More than a century of business as (un)usual Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Danielle Rhéaume Stepping into Ye Olde Curiosity Shop on Seattle’s Pier 54, visitors are transported to a sort of wonderland. Read more... Made in Washington: Learning from disaster Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Daniel Brunell On Dec. 3, 2007, a stormed careened into the Pacific Northwest. Read more... Inside Washington Written On: March/April 2008 Get an update on developments across the state that can affect your business. Read more... Industry Profile: Washington’s convention industry growing by leaps and bounds Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Paul Schlienz Conventions are big business in Washington. Read more... From the Publisher: Costs are critical to health care reform Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Don C. Brunell In some ways, the current debate over health care gives me a sense of déjà vu. Read more... Cover Story: Experiencing Washington: State offers adventure and opportunity for many Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Danielle Rhéaume Let’s face it — we’re spoiled. Read more... Chair’s Corner: Member involvement is the key to AWB’s endorsement process Written On: March/April 2008 Written By: Brad Carlson, Chari, Board of Directors How many of you remember your high school civics teacher lecturing about the need for you to be involved in our political process and to vote? Read more... Displaying results  1 to 18 of 18

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