New Report: Rising Business Costs Driving Up Prices for Washington Families
Graphic: Prices We Pay: The Cost of Doing Business in Washington (Washington Roundtable) From business balance sheets to household budgets: The Washington Roundtable is out with its second installment on Washington’s affordability crisis. The report, “Prices We Pay: The Cost of Doing Business in Washington,” outlines seven cost pressures that are squeezing Washington’s businesses, forcing difficult tradeoffs and contributing to higher prices for essential goods and services. Key findings:The report draws
Washington State DES Offers Recurring Introduction to State Contracting Workshop
BURLINGTON, Wash. — Businesses interested in learning how to work with Washington State agencies can take advantage of a recurring virtual workshop offered by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES). The Introduction to State Contracting Workshop is held on the third Thursday of each month and is designed to help businesses better understand how state contracting works, where to find upcoming opportunities, and what resources are available to help businesses begin selling products
Skagit County Superior Court Clerk's Office Announces Fee Changes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Superior Court Clerk's Office Announces Fee Changes The Washington State Legislature has recently updated several fees administered by County Clerks. These revisions, outlined in House Bill 2543, must now be reflected in our fee schedule.Effective June 11, 2026Fee CategoryNew FeeNon‑certified copies$0.50 per page (electronic or paper)Exhibit photos$5 per photoDigital exhibit copies$25 per exhibitCopies on electronic storage medium$5 per storage
