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NW Plus CU donates $20,000 to local food banks and food pantries through annual Hunger Heroes fundraiser.
Everett, WA (January 22, 2026) - NW Plus Credit Union is pleased to announce it has made a $20,000 donation to local food banks and pantries through its annual Hunger Heroes fundraising campaign. Launched in November 2025, the campaign set an initial goal of raising $10,000 to support six community partners across the markets NW Plus serves. Thanks to the generosity of its members and a matching contribution from NW Plus CU, the effort exceeded expectations and doubled its fundraising goal. NW Plus CU
Building Right from the Start: A Burlington Guide to Small Business Success
Starting a small business in Burlington is exhilarating — and often overwhelming. Between managing finances, attracting customers, and staying compliant with regulations, it’s easy for new owners to trip up in ways that can delay growth or even derail success.This guide unpacks some of the most common mistakes small business owners make — and provides practical, experience-tested ways to avoid them.TL;DRTop 5 mistakes new business owners make:Skipping a written business plan.Ignoring cash flow
FEMA Hosts Webinars to Help Public Assistance Grant Portal Users Log-in Using Login.gov
FEMA Hosts Webinars to Help Public Assistance Grant Portal Users Log-in Using Login.gov Beginning January 26, all Grants Portal users must access their accounts through Login.gov. to obtain access. Users must use their Login.gov credentials with the same email address associated with their Grants Portal account. This change will provide a more streamlined and secure login process, ensuring compliance with federal standards and improving the overall user experience. Login.gov provides strong
From Growth to Goodbye: Knowing When to Sell Your Business
Selling your business can be one of the hardest — and smartest — decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you’ve built something from scratch or scaled a thriving enterprise, there comes a point when holding on may no longer align with your goals, your market, or your personal energy. You might be ready to sell your business if:Growth has plateaued and reinvestment feels forced.Market conditions are favorable for an exit.Your personal goals or energy no longer align with ownership.Financial or succession
Washington’s minimum wage going up to $17.13 an hour in 2026
https://www.lni.wa.gov/news-events/article/25-27 Washington’s minimum wage going up to $17.13 an hour in 2026Increase also changes minimum salary for overtime exempt workersSeptember 30, 2025#25-27 TUMWATER — Washington’s minimum wage will rise 2.8 percent next year, to $17.13 an hour. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) announced the increase today; it takes effect Jan. 1, 2026. State law requires L&I to calculate the minimum wage for the coming year using the federal Bureau of
A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Video Marketing That Works
Video isn’t the future anymore—it’s the present, and it’s knocking loudly on the doors of small businesses everywhere. What used to be the domain of glossy corporate campaigns is now accessible with a smartphone, a few editing tools, and a clear purpose. For business owners juggling budgets, schedules, and customer demands, video might seem like one more task on a crowded list. But used wisely, it doesn’t just check a box—it builds trust, expands reach, and breathes personality into a brand that words
