The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce would like to extend our sincere thank you to the following businesses that donated to the Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration.

By Roger Dolanch

Although housing prices have increased slightly over the past year, low mortgage rates have kept homeownership from becoming more expensive than renting. In some areas, rents have risen to keep up with demand. Rising rents continue to make buying look cheaper in comparison.

The Women’s Business Network’s mission is to provide personal and professional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful businesswomen. Visit www.wbninc.com. Local area meetings will be held as follows:

Another exciting retail addition is on its way to Washington Crown Center! The shopping center announced today that ULTA Beauty, the largest beauty retailer in the United States, is slated to join the mall’s ever-expanding tenant roster later this year.