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Ramps converted into a pedestrian bridge over Hangman Creek

Former Marina Ramps at Boyer Park Get New Life in Tekoa, Washington

Your questions about the Port's ADO role answered

What is an ADO? How Does the ADO Help Whitman County?

ENTREPRENEUR EXPO: CONNECT, LEARN & THRIVE

Entrepreneurship Expo

Port of Whitman Business Air Center hosted EAA Chapter 328 Colfax Fly-In

Explore the following training courses on how to start or grow your business. 

Business Bites - October Resources

Commissioners and staff met with state legislators in Olympia on February 2 to discuss Whitman County priorities.

Port Shares Whitman County Priorities at State Capitol

Comment period open until 5 p.m. Monday, July 11

Port Urges Whitman County Businesses, Citizens to Comment on Draft Dam Breaching Report

The Snake River park is now offering expanded hours of operation for its guests.

Boyer Park & Marina's 2022 Season Opens Today, April 15

Your input could help inform future broadband legislation in Washington State.

Share Your Internet Needs and Challenges with the WA Digital Equity Forum

The Port of Whitman County welcomes Mark Clinton as its new Finance Director.

Port Welcomes New Finance Director

Paving along Wilma Drive continues today, which will improve road conditions for 17 tenants at the Port of Wilma. 

Improvements at Port of Wilma Road Nearing Completion

Look out for a sailor, crab, dolphin, deep sea diver and yellow-striped fish along Main Street in Colfax on Friday! Costumed Port staff will be on hand to share about our 2022 Snake River Family Festival while giving away free candy...

Visit Colfax Main Street Friday for Candy and Frisbees from the Port

The Port of Whitman County welcomes Kalvin Johanson as its new Special Projects Administrator.

The Port Welcomes New Special Projects Administrator

The Port of Whitman County mourns the passing of former Commissioner John E. Love (1932-2021), whose 24 years of board service transformed the Port into the multi-dimensional economic development agency of today.

The Port Remembers Beloved Former Commissioner John Love

The annual Colfax Fly-In and Pancake Breakfast takes off 8 a.m. Saturday, September 25, at the Port of Whitman Business Air Center.

Fly In – or Drive In – to POWBAC on Saturday for Aircraft Showcase

Need last-minute Labor Day plans? Consider a staycation at Boyer Park & Marina!

How To Spend Labor Day at Boyer Park & Marina

As the last precious days of summer wind down and boaters flock to the Snake River, it’s wise to know the “rules of the road” for safely sharing the water.

Summer Safety Series: Sharing the River

As you enjoy swimming and boating at Boyer Park & Marina this summer, make sure your life jacket is up to the task.

Summer Safety Series: Choosing the Right Life Jacket

Enjoy boating in the Snake River this summer by following a few simple guidelines for boater safety near dams.

Summer Safety Series: Boating Near Dams

This week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rolled out a temporary program to help families pay for internet service during the pandemic.

FCC Emergency Program Helps Families Pay for Broadband

With the monthlong Snake River Family Festival finally here, here are some ideas for making the most out of your festival experience.

Make the Most Out of Your 2021 Snake River Family Festival

The Washington State Transportation Commission recently published its 2020 annual report, reflecting on four big ideas that will carry our transportation system forward post COVID-19.

Four Big Ideas to Move Transportation Forward

Whitman County has much to celebrate this National Ag Week.

National Ag Week 2021: Celebrating Our Whitman County Producers

The beautiful Boyer Park & Marina is gearing up for an exciting 2021 season of camping, boating and festival fun.

Boyer Park & Marina Announces 2021 Season Hours

Commissioner Webber reflects on lessons in digital inclusion that will live on beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lessons Learned from COVID-19: A Port Perspective

Voices across the nation have weighed in on the proposal, including ports, wheat growers and representatives in Eastern Washington. 

Ports, River Users Respond to Simpson’s Dam Breaching Proposal

Commissioner Kammerzell explains how regular maintenance dredging keeps our waterway in working order. 

The Case for Snake River Dredging

Strategic planning meetings vary from the Port Commission’s regular bimonthly meetings in a few key ways.

What to Expect at a Port Strategic Planning Meeting

From our first-ever virtual Port Commission meeting to the retirement of our longstanding Commissioner John Love, 2020 has been full of defining changes. 

2020 Year in Review - Port of Whitman County

In the spirit of the budgeting season, here are five facts about the Port’s approach to financial responsibility and use of the tax levy.

It's the (Budgeting) Season: Five Facts about the Port's Finances

New Port Commissioner Karl Webber introduces himself to the citizens of Whitman County.

Meet Your New Port Commissioner, Karl Webber

Port Commissioners Tom Kammerzell and Kristine Meyer joined in the ground breaking of the LaCrosse Rock Houses restoration project on Friday, September 18.

Port Commissioners Celebrate Groundbreaking of LaCrosse Rock House Project

As you explore the Port of Whitman County’s new website, you’ll likely notice some significant changes. For one, we created this blog to give you another window into the Port’s latest efforts to drive economic growth...

Welcome to the Port’s New Website: A Window Into Our World

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The Port will hold its regular Commission meeting. The public is encouraged to attend.

Regular Commission Meeting

The meeting is open to the public. For planning purposes, advance registration is appreciated. Register by emailing your name, organization, email address, phone number, and the date of the meeting to <a href="mailto:ado@portwhitman.com" target="_self">ado@portwhitman.com</a> or by calling 509 -610-2016.&nbsp;
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EDIMs are updates on the Port's implementation of the Associate Development Organization's economic development plan.

Economic Development Informational Meeting

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Port / County at Port. The public is encouraged to attend.

Joint County-Port Commission Meeting

Port / County at County. The public is encouraged to attend.

The meeting is open to the public. For planning purposes, advance registration is appreciated. Register by emailing your name, organization, email address, phone number, and the date of the meeting to <a href="mailto:ado@portwhitman.com" target="_self">ado@portwhitman.com</a> or by calling 509 -610-2016.&nbsp;

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The May 29, 2025, Strategic Planning meeting is rescheduled to May 30, 2025 at 11 a.m.

RESCHEDULED -  Strategic Planning Meeting

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The Port will hold a Strategic Planning meeting. The public is encouraged to attend.

Strategic Planning Meeting

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The Port will hold its annual Snake River Family Festival. The public is encouraged to attend.

Snake River Family Festival

The meeting is open to the public. For planning purposes, advance registration is appreciated. Register by emailing your name, organization, email address, phone number, and the date of the meeting to <a href="mailto:ado@portwhitman.com" target="_self">ado@portwhitman.com</a> or by calling 509 -610-2016.&nbsp;

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Pioneer Ports Meeting, Port of Whitman hosted. The public is encouraged to attend.

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