WSDA confirms bird flu cases in three Washington counties
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has confirmed new cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Island, Jefferson, and Lewis counties.
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WSDA confirms bird flu cases in three Washington counties
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in domestic bird flocks located in Jefferson, San Juan, and Clark counties.
NFIB calls attention to impact of rising health insurance costs on small businesses
NFIB Washington State Director Patrick Connor addressed the state’s Health Care Cost Transparency Board on November 20, expressing concerns about rising health insurance costs.
America’s HealthShare President: Tri-Cities families are ‘trapped in a healthcare system that costs more and cares less’
David G. Lejeune, president of America’s HealthShare, said Tri-Cities families are seeking new healthcare options as rising premiums and shrinking choices strain household budgets across the region.
WSDA confirms bird flu cases in three Washington counties
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has confirmed new cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu, in domestic flocks located in Whatcom, Grays Harbor,…
Small business group criticizes Washington’s approval of higher-than-requested insurance rate hikes
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Washington has criticized the recent approval of a 12.8% average health insurance rate increase for small business plans by the state’s Office…
NFIB leaders testify on health insurance costs affecting Washington small businesses
NFIB Washington State Director Patrick Connor and Charity Farnworth, HR Director for Motion Auto Supply, are scheduled to testify before the state Health Care Cost Transparency Board regarding the rising…
Washington officials advise public not to handle wild birds amid avian flu concerns
State wildlife and agriculture officials are urging the public to avoid touching wild birds, whether sick or dead, due to concerns about avian influenza.
NFIB releases October Small Business Optimism Index showing slight decline
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its latest Small Business Optimism Index, reporting a decline of 0.6 points in October to 98.2.
WSDA reports sharp rise in Japanese beetle detections during annual pest survey
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has completed its annual pest survey, revealing a significant rise in the number of Japanese beetles trapped across the state.
WSDA opens applications for Local Food System Infrastructure grants
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has opened applications for its Local Food System Infrastructure grants.