Merkle Standard

02/11/2026

We are proud to be a POSA sponsor.

Merkle Standard's support for the Pend Oreille Sports Association reflects a belief that strong communities are built not only with bricks and wires, but with encouragement, opportunity, and care.

By investing in POSA, Merkle Standard helps open doors for local youth to engage in sport, to grow in teamwork, courage, and joy, and to feel deeply seen and supported. In bringing resources and presence to this place we all love, they remind us that when business stands shoulder to shoulder with community, everyone thrives.

01/01/2026

From our team to yours, we wish everyone a safe and happy New Year. We are excited to see what 2026 brings....

12/25/2025

From the Merkle Standard Family to yours - We are wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas and holiday season.

12/18/2025

A great event is on it's way!

🌲✨ Explore Pend Oreille — 2025 Gala Announcement! ✨🌲

The Greater Newport Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite you to our Explore Pend Oreille–themed Annual Gala this February! We can’t wait to celebrate our incredible region, highlight the Chamber’s exciting initiatives, and bring our community together for an evening of connection and inspiration.

A special thank-you to Merkle Standard , our Title Sponsor for this year’s event — we’re grateful for their partnership and support in making this night unforgettable.

📅 February 7th
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Priest River Event Center

Mark your calendars and get ready to join us as we open the doors to an evening dedicated to the people, places, and spirit of Pend Oreille. We can’t wait to welcome you! 🌟 tickets available soon.

12/17/2025

Happy to be helping bring this event to the community. Please go nominate your local businesses and individuals in the many award categories. It's time to celebrate our amazing community.

Do you know an outstanding business, organization, or community member who deserves to be recognized? 🏆

Good news — the nomination process is quick and easy. Just use the link to nominate one (or several!) deserving individuals or groups.

Nomination Deadline: January 12th
Link to Nominate: https://forms.gle/f2pSRV5qN1aAEP7A8

Join us at the Gala to see who will take home the awards - Tickets Available Now: https://www.explorependoreille.com/gala

This year's Gala Festivities is sponsored by Merkle Standard

Help us celebrate the people who make our community shine! ✨

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

Greater Newport Area! Allow us to re-introduce to you a long time member of the chamber, and now a Community Impact Member for this year. 🌟

As a leader in the cryptocurrency industry, Merkle Standard has consistently showcased their commitment not just to business innovation but also to making a positive impact in our community. 🙌💙

11/18/2025

We value being part of the communities in which we work. In the last month Merkle Standard has renewed memberships with the Greater Newport Area Chamber of Commerce and Morristown Area Chamber of Commerce and newly joined the Greater Memphis Chamber. All are great organizations doing invaluable work in our communities!

11/11/2025

Thank you to all who have served to protect our freedom and nation.

10/30/2025

It is always a pleasure to host our elected officials at our sites. Thank you, Representative Engell, for taking time to stop by and hear all that is happening at our Usk site.

10/28/2025

Very excited about this new business coming online at our Usk site. We are happy to help bring a business that benefits to our community partners at the Port as well as the community at large.

Port of Pend Oreille Announces Location of Vanderyacht Propane at Merkle Standard Site

First Washington State Rail Shipper Returns to Port Owned Rail Line
Usk, WA

The Port of Pend Oreille in partnership with Merkle Standard
and ownership team Allrise Capital are pleased to announce that VanderYacht Propane Inc. will begin operations on Merkle Standard’s property, the former paper mill site, in Usk. This milestone marks the return of the first Washington-based rail shipper to operate regularly on the POVA rail line (operated by the Port of Pend Oreille) since the former mill's closure.

The expansion of Vanderyacht Propane to Pend Oreille County was first announced at the Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting hosted by the Port of Pend Oreille quarterly.

Vanderyacht Propane has purchased and will operate the existing onsite propane tanks and railcar unloading equipment, bringing sustainable economic activity back to the industrial site. The operation is expected to stabilize wholesale propane pricing and supply for the region while creating new local employment opportunities. The opening of the Usk location for Vanderyacht Propane will create new jobs both onsite and within the region.

The collaboration exemplifies the ongoing commitment between the Port of Pend Oreille, Merkle Standard, and new business partners to bring meaningful development to Pend Oreille County. As the designated Associate Development Organization for the county, the Port continues to actively pursue partnerships that benefit the entire region. Vanderyacht Propane's operations will complement existing activities at the site, including Merkle Standard's digital asset data center operations, demonstrating the property's versatility for diverse industrial uses.

This development utilizes only a portion of the available
infrastructure at the site, with significant capacity remaining for additional businesses and future growth opportunities