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Brad Shannon maintains this blog. He is political editor at The Olympian and can be reached at 360-753-1688 or bshannon@theolympian.com.
Washington's two U.S. senators are heading to Lacey next week to lead a symposium on federal aid. Looks like everyone from small businesses to tribes and nonprofit groups are asked to attend for tips on how to get help.
Here's the notice that came out today:
WHEN: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 TIME: 9:30 AM PDT WHERE: Lacey Community Center 420 College Street SE, Lacey WA WHO: The office of U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) The office of U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) FOR MORE INFORMATION: Email: workshop@murray.senate.gov or Call: (888) 648-7328
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