Business

Rena Feng

Mom’s Teriyaki bringing Asian flavor to the East Hill, and to the Kent International Festival

From his earliest days, Gene Huh has seen the business side of things. That’s because his family has a serious entrepreneurial bent that goes back multiple generations. “I’ve grown up with it,” said Huh, who seven months ago opened Mom’s Teriyaki, part of a two-store franchise his family operates.

Rena Feng

Mark your calendar: Kent Chamber of Commerce scheduling debates for candidates of 33rd, 47th districts

The Kent Chamber of Commerce has scheduled two public debates for candidates in the upcoming primary races. Andrea Keikkala, executive director of the chamber, said Friday that the candidates of the 47th District will spar off noon July 13, while District 33 candidates will have the opportunity noon Aug. 10.

  • Jun 11, 2010
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‘Good Morning Kent’ is June 17; topic is workers’ compensation

On June 17, John Shervey will be the featured speaker at the Kent Chamber of Commerce event "Good Morning Kent," speaking about workers' compensation. The event runs 7:20-9 a.m. at Pat's Bar & Grill, 114 Railroad Ave. S.

  • Jun 11, 2010
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Chamber offers Tool Box Seminar

Join the Kent Chamber of Commerce 8 a.m. June 16 for another of its Business Tool Box Seminars. The topic for this latest seminar is "Productivity and Getting the Most From Your People," and is offered by Kirk Davis, a certified business advisor, Green River Community College's Small Business Assistance Center.

  • Jun 11, 2010
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Police warn north Kent businesses about smash-and-grab burglaries

Kent Police sent an e-mail Friday to local businesses to warn them about a recent string of smash-and-grab commercial burglaries during the middle of the night at warehouses and offices in the north end of the Kent Valley.

  • Jun 10, 2010
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Beverly Minkler

Kent Farmers Market is expanding; opens June 5

Starting June 5, the popular venue for fresh produce, baked goods and other items will extend along Second Avenue, starting at Smith Street, and continuing to Gowe. That new arrangement adds a full block of vendor space. Second Avenue will be closed to traffic, but Meeker Street will stay open.

  • Jun 10, 2010
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Beverly Minkler
Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub at 435 S.W. 152nd in Burien will be expanding to Kent’s Riverbend Golf Complex.

Riverbend Golf Complex gets a touch of Ireland: Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub

Kent may be several thousand miles from the green hills of Ireland, but starting next month, the Emerald Isle will seem a lot closer. That’s because a family-themed Irish restaurant will be opening its doors at Kent’s Riverbend Golf Complex.

Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub at 435 S.W. 152nd in Burien will be expanding to Kent’s Riverbend Golf Complex.

Mitchell to speak at Southwest King County Chamber event

Kimberly Mitchell, senior program officer with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, will address “Going Where the Evidence Takes Us – A Funder’s Perspective on Improving Education” at the Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce Membership Luncheon June 11.

Kent Community Foundation grant and scholarships award dinner is June 9

The Kent Community Foundation, the non-profit affiliate of the Kent Chamber of Commerce, announces the annual Foundation Grant and Scholarships Awards Dinner, which takes place June 9 at the Golden Steer Steak & Rib House. Doors open at 6 p.m. and dinner and program will at 6:30 p.m.

  • Jun 2, 2010
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Dow Constantine to speak at Kent Chamber of Commerce luncheon

The Kent Chamber of Commerce's June membership luncheon will feature key note speaker Dow Constantine, the King County executive. The event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m.June 2 at the Meridian Valley Country Club, 24830 136th Ave S.E.

  • May 13, 2010
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Kerry Braaflat

Wow! Wine, women event drew a crowd at Kent ShoWare Center

Kent’s biggest women-oriented bash went off without a hitch May 7, drawing approximately 500 ladies through the doors of the ShoWare Center. The Wine, Women, Wow! event, one of the Kent Downtown Partnership’s biggest annual fundraisers, brought in the crowds and pleased the vendors, according to organizers.

Kerry Braaflat

Annual downtown Kent cleanup is June 5

The Kent Downtown Partnership has scheduled its Annual Spring Clean-Up Day for June 5. Starting 8 a.m. at Kherson Park at Second and Gowe, this year’s event will be similar to those in years past - with teams of volunteers working to spruce up the city’s downtown core. All volunteers will be treated to a lunch at noon.

  • May 13, 2010
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Kent Downtown Partnership networking event is May 20 at Intimate Pilates

The next monthly networking event of the Kent Downtown Partnership is scheduled for May 20 at Intimate Pilates, located at 212 First Ave. S., Kent.

  • May 13, 2010
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Kent Downtown Partnership banquet is June 26 – theme is Sportstown USA

One of the biggest fundraisers for the Kent Downtown Partnership takes place June 26 at the Kent Senior Activities Center. The annual KDP Dinner Auction is going with a sports-theme, calling this year’s event “I love Kent, Sportstown USA.”

  • May 13, 2010
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Seattle Thunderbirds, ShoWare Center, join Relay for Life

The Seattle Thunderbirds and ShoWare Center have joined together to enter a team in the 2010 Kent Relay For Life to benefit the American Cancer Society.

  • May 13, 2010
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Kent Chamber of Commerce’s “Good Morning Kent” financial-wellness seminar is May 20

The Kent Chamber of Commerce’s “Good Morning Kent” financial wellness seminar starts 7:30 a.m. May 20 at Pat’s Bar & Grill, 114 Railroad Ave. S. Speaking will be Mark Burns, a local financial advisor with Wadell and Reed.

  • May 13, 2010
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A local group of helpers works on a revamped mural for Browser’s New and Used Books in downtown Kent

Downtown Kent business hit by graffiti artist reclaims its wall

When Browser’s New and Used Books owners Greg and Kathi Simmons rolled into their downtown Kent business on the morning of April 24, they had no reason to think it was anything but an ordinary work day. But they soon realized they were wrong: on the back outside wall of their business, the location of their prized dragon mural, they found an ugly fact about living in a modern city. The mural was coated liberally with layers of spray paint – the work of an unknown graffiti artist.

A local group of helpers works on a revamped mural for Browser’s New and Used Books in downtown Kent

Hone your leadership skills at free seminar

Do you have a good bad boss story? And, if so, has it impacted the way you lead your team? In his new book, 100 Worst Bosses, Jim Stovall breaks down the characteristics of a bad boss and offers insight into how to manage and avoid tough work situations.

  • May 4, 2010
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Port commissioner to speak at Kent Chamber of Commerce luncheon

The Kent Chamber of Commerce has scheduled its May membership luncheon for 11:30 a.m. May 5 at the Meridian Valley Country Club, 24830 136th Ave. S.E. Speaking at the event will be Seattle Port Commissioner Bill Bryant.

  • May 4, 2010
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Celebrants at the Kent Regional Medical Clinic’s April 19 grand opening included

Kent welcomes Regional Medical Clinic

A new walk-in medical facility has come to Kent. The Regional Medical Clinic at Kent opened its doors for business April 5, from office space at 6719 S. 211th St., Suite 102.

Celebrants at the Kent Regional Medical Clinic’s April 19 grand opening included