Friday marked the final payday for Hawker Beechcraft striking machinists until after the strike is over.

Those who anticipated the strike, saved up to help them endure a potentially long work stoppage.

"I tell my people that it's a good thing to keep money saved up in case
something happens," said striking machinist Armando Ibarra.

Armando Ibarra is one of those looking for a part-time job. During a strike, the union helps them find temporary jobs.

On the third week, picketers will start getting $150 per week in strike pay.

The reality is, the longer the strike lasts, the less those striking will be spending, which could be a huge impact on the local economy.

"It hurts everybody. We don't stop at Q.T. as much. We don't go to the
movies as much and we won't be shopping at Wal-Mart as much," said striking machinist Angelo Martinez.

The WSU Center for Economic Development and Business Research said that a month-long strike could mean as much as $12-13 million less in local wages.

How much of an impact this will make on the local economy depends on how long the strike lasts.