Connections in Cowlitz

What is cooler than owning a local Record Store? Turns out- NOTHING! Tyler Wilson opened his small business, Stash Records, four years ago in August and his passion for music and the vinyl industry shines through the entire episode. We talk small business but also get into the weeds on the record industry in general, how its resurgence has come about, the best record players and the difference bet...

Radio Guy, Stand-In Sasquatch, Bingo Caller, and Talent Finder? If you don't know Kevin, now you do! He came in hot to the business scene in Cowlitz County and we are here for it! Kevin tells us about the growing live music scene in the area, how he has helped to find acts, and about his passion for live music. He also tells us some funny stories and unique sayings along the way too.... Let us kno...

John is basically the Steve Jobs of Mattresses! Hear how they went from one store in Longview (and a garage as their warehouse) to owning five locations in SW Washington! Who knew talking about mattresses could be this fun!? Thats what happens when you interview an entrepreneur and mattress connoisseur! 0:00-- Intro 1:38-- Mattress Trivia 13:56-- From Salesmen to Owner 19:38-- Mattress Hacks 23:06...

Four days of fun at the 2024 Woodland Planter's Days! June 13th- 16th Joy Asmussen is our Woodland Correspondent and she broke down ALL of the fun for us, and also gave us some fun facts- Did you know Woodland Planter's Days is 102 years old this year?? Making it the longest consecutively funning Community Festival in Washington State. They really do have fun for the whole family- and a great way...

Where there's a WILLS there's a WAY. Jen Wills with the Longview Parks and Rec goes over everything from upcoming park projects to squirrel bridges, pickleball courts, extreme machines and so much more. Like Jen says, parks are the curb appeal of a city- and she wants to Longview looking good. The Longview Parks and Rec put on many of Cowlitz County's favorite events, so don't skip out on meeting...

Is Lindsey the QUEEN of Cowlitz? Basically! Her role at the Cowlitz Economic Development Council means she sees Cowlitz County from a 30,000 foot view. From small businesses, to giant industries- Lindsey is all for the Development of Cowlitz County. Because rising tides rise ALL ships. Hear some sneak peaks on secret projects, exciting endeavors and see the passion that Lindsey has for the growth...

Josh Carter- Cowlitz County's #1 Volunteer AND owner of his own Business Consulting Firm. Josh takes us through what Kelso Rotary is up to, as well as The Longview Downtowners, our Local Chamber, the Lower Columbia Professions and more. Then we dive into his new business, and how Carter Venture Solutions is solving marketing problems and pipeline issues for their clients. Plus, we'll discuss if yo...

You don't have to drive to Portland to get a good cut- Faded Habits Barbershop in Longview has you covered. Pat Casi is the owner, and his passion for his career is obvious when you listen to the journey he took to get there.

At 21- Morgan Rawson is one of the youngest Realtors in Cowlitz County. If that wasn't enough, she is also the PRESIDENT of the Children's Discovery Museum in Downtown Longview. The Museum is free to the public, has connections with OMSI, and is making our community a better place. If you've got kids in Cowlitz County- but the Children's Discovery Museum on your radar immediately!

Small business owner, non profit founder and all around cool person to know. Ariel was our dream first guest- she is being the change she wants to see in Cowlitz County! Listen to hear about what the Halloween season has in store for Offbeat Antiques and Oddities, how The Broad Strokes Project got its start, and how you can get involved in our community. #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallto...