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State Investment Will Boost Jobs, Economic Growth in Benton, Chelan, Cowlitz, Kitsap and Skagit counties

Tri-Cities Research District, one of Washington’s 11 new Innovation Partnership Zones, among the recipientsOLYMPIA, WA, November 28, 2007 – Governor Chris Gregoire today announced $2,056,256 in public investments to create new jobs and boost business growth across the state.

Port Gardner Wharf moves ahead

With the sun shining on the glistening waters of Port Gardner Bay and the smell of saltwater commingling with the muted cry of seagulls in the air, the appeal of Everett’s waterfront was on display at the May 17 groundbreaking ceremony for Port Gardner Wharf.