 Darrington's Economy
Darrington's workforce is currently driven primarily by a local wood-products mill, the local public school district, the
US Forest Service and other small businesses. For a complete listing of Darrington businesses, please visit the directory.
Technology
Darrington has several internet providers, including
high-speed wireless internet from Glacierview.net,
DSL (digital subscriber line) from Verizon.net,
and
2-way high-speed satellite internet service via DirecWay.
Our newly renovated public schools have some of the most modern computer labs in the state.
Local Businesses
Darrington offers several small restaurants, a hardware store,
a motel, an outdoor supply store,
a grocery store, and a couple of auto-repair shops.
We also have a clinic,
a pharmacy,
several real-estate agents, a wood-products mill,
public library, a fire department,
a wood/truss manufacturer,
a gift shop (with handmade furniture),
an antique store,
a community bank
and a national bank,
fitness center (gym), gas station,
public school district,
a video-rental store,
a chiropractor,
hair-stylist,
several wood-products firms (specialized lumber products)
a dentist's office,
a software company (creator of this website)
and numerous artisans and craftsmen.
In addition, the town sports a
small airport,
a helicopter service,
an archery range
several rafting guides and a whole bunch of really great people. For a more complete list of
the companies located in Darrington, visit the Sauk River Trading Post.
Festivals
Each summer the town hosts the world-renowned
Darrington Bluegrass Festival,
the Classic Rock Festival,
an annual archery competition,
a Wildflower Festival, and many other
family-oriented activities and events.
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