Grays Harbor

Bank of the Pacific Adds New Commercial Team in Lake Oswego, Oregon

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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True to the mission and values of Bank of the Pacific, the team employs a high-touch, value-add service with their clients.

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  • True to the mission and values of Bank of the Pacific, the team employs a high-touch, value-add service with their clients.
  • Katherine Ledson, SVP and Commercial Banking Team Leader, has 17 years’ banking experience and a proven track record for successfully building and leading a commercial team in the market.
  • “Our new Lake Oswego team provides opportunity for increased growth, portfolio diversification, and presence in the greater Portland market.
  • Bank of the Pacific offers consumer banking products, residential mortgage origination and commercial banking services to small-to-medium sized businesses and professionals in western Washington and Oregon.

TEAMSTERS RATIFY CONTRACT AT OCEAN SPRAY

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Monday, April 10, 2023
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MARKHAM, Wash., April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Workers at the Ocean Spray facility in the Grays Harbor region have voted overwhelmingly to ratify their most recent collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 252. The workers oversee the production of juice concentrate and Craisins, the popular fruit snack.

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  • MARKHAM, Wash., April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Workers at the Ocean Spray facility in the Grays Harbor region have voted overwhelmingly to ratify their most recent collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 252.
  • "Workers have incredible leverage right now, and big companies like Ocean Spray are smart to recognize that," said Kevin Aselton, Local 252 President.
  • "The strength and solidarity of the Teamsters Union was instrumental in securing this historic contract for us at Ocean Spray," Lindsey Nelson, a bargaining committee member said.
  • Teamsters Local 252 represents workers in Grays Harbor, Mason, Thurston, Lewis and Pacific counties in the State of Washington.

O3A Project Brings ElliQ Companion Robots to Older Adults in Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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ABERDEEN, Wash., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Olympic Area Agency on Aging (O3A) and Intuition Robotics have announced a new program to provide ElliQ, the AI-driven care companion robot, to older adults who are in need of additional support in Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties. ElliQ reduces loneliness among older adults who live alone or spend most of their day alone. ElliQ also promotes healthy living by proactively engaging users with a variety of features including daily check-ins and conversation, cognitive and physical activities, connecting to family and friends, and more. ElliQ enables streamlined communication between older adults on O3A long-term services and their case managers. Individuals do not need to be O3A clients to participate in the program. Anyone 60 years and older who lives in Grays Harbor or Pacific Counties may apply. Program is limited and enrollment is expected to be completed no later than the end of March.

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  • ElliQ reduces loneliness among older adults who live alone or spend most of their day alone.
  • ElliQ enables streamlined communication between older adults on O3A long-term services and their case managers.
  • Anyone 60 years and older who lives in Grays Harbor or Pacific Counties may apply.
  • A TIME Best Invention of 2022, ElliQ is a voice operated tabletop device that improves older adults' wellbeing and feelings of social connectivity.

CHOICE Regional Health Network launches "Blue Zones Activate" in Grays Harbor, Lewis, and Mason counties

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CHOICE Regional Health Network has announced the launch of Blue Zones Activate, a health and well-being transformation initiative, in Grays Harbor, Lewis, and Mason counties in Central Western Washington.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CHOICE Regional Health Network has announced the launch of Blue Zones Activate, a health and well-being transformation initiative, in Grays Harbor, Lewis, and Mason counties in Central Western Washington.
  • Blue Zones uses evidence-based strategies to make it easier for people to make healthy choices in the communities in which they live.
  • "Our mission at CHOICE is to strengthen equity and access in our local health systems and improve health outcomes for our communities.
  • For more information on Blue Zones Activate Grays Harbor, Lewis, and Mason or to learn how to get involved, visit bluezones.com/activate-ghlm..

Rainier Connect Announces Fiber Network Expansion in Washington State

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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TACOMA, Wash., Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Further to the recent transaction announcement between Rainier Connect and Palisade Infrastructure ("Palisade") whereby Palisade, on behalf of its managed funds, will acquire 100% of the equity interests in Mashell, Inc., the parent company of Rainier Connect (the "Transaction"), Rainier Connect is announcing planned fiber investments in Washington State.

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  • Rainier Connect will be expanding its fiber network into current and neighboring counties with the goal of bringing fast and reliable high-speed Internet to more households and businesses across Washington State.
  • TACOMA, Wash., Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Further to the recent transaction announcement between Rainier Connect and Palisade Infrastructure ("Palisade") whereby Palisade, on behalf of its managed funds, will acquire 100% of the equity interests in Mashell, Inc., the parent company of Rainier Connect (the "Transaction"), Rainier Connect is announcing planned fiber investments in Washington State.
  • Following the announcement of our partnership with Palisade, Rainier Connect is planning to expand its fiber network and product offering into communities in Washington State across several counties including Pierce, King, Lewis, Snohomish, Thurston, and Grays Harbor.
  • Mike Reynolds, Managing Director, Americas, Palisade Infrastructure said, "Palisade supports Rainier Connect's decision to expand its fiber network.

Timberland Bank Partners with Plinqit via Jack Henry’s Digital Banking Platform to Empower Customers to Save & Support Financial Wellness

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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By partnering with Plinqit, Timberland Bank is able to provide customers with engaging digital tools and educational resources to improve their financial literacy, establish healthy saving habits and achieve greater financial wellness.

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  • By partnering with Plinqit, Timberland Bank is able to provide customers with engaging digital tools and educational resources to improve their financial literacy, establish healthy saving habits and achieve greater financial wellness.
  • At Timberland Bank, our top priority is our customers experience and ensuring their financial needs are met, said Breanne Antich, Chief Technology Officer of Timberland Bank.
  • As a forward-thinking financial institution, Timberland Bank is taking proactive measures to boost financial literacy and help their customers achieve sustained financial wellness.
  • Since Plinqit is fully integrated into Jack Henrys digital banking platform, Timberland Bank was able to embed Plinqits savings tools into their online and mobile banking quickly and easily.

Timberland Bancorp Included on American Banker Magazine’s List of the Top 200 Publicly Traded Community Banks

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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HOQUIAM, Wash., May 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Timberland Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSBK) (Timberland or the Company) today announced that Timberland Bank has been recognized by its inclusion in the American Banker magazines list of the Top 200 Publicly Traded Community Banks.

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  • HOQUIAM, Wash., May 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Timberland Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSBK) (Timberland or the Company) today announced that Timberland Bank has been recognized by its inclusion in the American Banker magazines list of the Top 200 Publicly Traded Community Banks.
  • In its May 2022 issue, Timberland ranked 51st on the list of the countrys top 200 publicly traded community banks with assets under $2 billion, based on three-year average return on equity (ROE) as of December 31, 2021 (Source: Capital Performance Group).
  • We are honored to have made American Bankers Top 200 list, said Michael Sand, CEO.
  • Timberland Bancorp, Inc., a Washington corporation, is the holding company for Timberland Bank (Bank).

Grand Opening of Pizza Factory Ocean Shores Brings Excitement to Coastal Town as Tourist Season Heats Up

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022
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Pizza Factory Ocean Shores is holding its grand opening today, bringing excitement from locals and tourists alike.

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  • Pizza Factory Ocean Shores is holding its grand opening today, bringing excitement from locals and tourists alike.
  • The day started with a special ribbon cutting ceremony, attended by Grays Harbor and Ocean Shores dignitaries as well as corporate executives from Pizza Factory and Pepsico.
  • Pizza Factory Ocean Shores is a member of both Greater Grays Harbor and the Washington Hospitality Association.
  • Pizza Factory Ocean Shores has emphasized its diversity and inclusion hiring practices, welcoming employees across generations, ethnicities, military background, and experience.

Timberland Bancorp Named to the 2022 KBW Bank Honor Roll

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022
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HOQUIAM, Wash., April 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Timberland Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSBK) (Timberland or the Company) today announced that Timberland has been recognized by Keefe Bruyette & Woods (KBW) by its inclusion in KBWs 2022 Bank Honor Roll.

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  • HOQUIAM, Wash., April 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Timberland Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSBK) (Timberland or the Company) today announced that Timberland has been recognized by Keefe Bruyette & Woods (KBW) by its inclusion in KBWs 2022 Bank Honor Roll.
  • We are honored, for the second consecutive year, to have been named to the KBW Bank Honor Roll, said Michael Sand, CEO.
  • KBW determined that just 5% of the eligible banking industry, qualified for inclusion in the KBW Bank Honor Roll for 2022.
  • Timberland Bancorp, Inc., a Washington corporation, is the holding company for Timberland Bank (Bank).

Bank of the Pacific board member, John Van Dijk, passes away

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Friday, November 5, 2021
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ABERDEEN, Wash., Nov. 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- It is with great sadness that Bank of the Pacific announces the passing of board member, John Van Dijk.

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  • ABERDEEN, Wash., Nov. 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- It is with great sadness that Bank of the Pacific announces the passing of board member, John Van Dijk.
  • Johns distinguished career with the Bank spanned 25 years as a board member and employee and he was pivotal to the Banks growth and success.
  • Following his retirement from the Bank, John joined the Bank board in 2013 where he continued to provide leadership and guidance, including chair of the audit committee.
  • Bank of the Pacific sends their deepest sympathies to the Van Dijk family; wife Jane Van Dijk, sons Ron (Cara), Don and Josh, and grandchildren Ben and Gracie.