Business

Business owners, community, gather to discuss teen homelessness

Approximately 25 people attended a special meeting about youth homelessness in downtown Kent Aug. 6, including representatives from the city, the police department and business… Continue reading

Mark Scarff

Cash for Clunkers program going well for Kent auto dealer

While Congress this past week debating the continued funding of the "Cash for Clunkers" program, one local dealership has already reached its verdict on the value of the program. "It's been a great thing," said Mark Scarff, president and general manager of Bowen Scarff Ford Lincoln Mercury. "It's helping sell cars and trucks."

Mark Scarff
Jim English

Jimmy T’s: Formerly known as Moonraker’s, Kent bar gets new shot at life

To walk into the new Jimmy T’s bar on 104th, it is nearly impossible to believe some of the stories about the location and the… Continue reading

Jim English

Cheryl’s Unique Boutique to host grand opening

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  • Aug 8, 2009
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Kent Chamber of Commerce official announces her departure; leaving for Alaska

Kent Chamber of Commerce Membership Director Dana Krawchuk announced this past week that she will be leaving the chamber at the end of the month.… Continue reading

Congressman Dave Reichert prepares to speak Wednesday during a luncheon sponsored by the Kent Chamber of Commerce.
Congressman Dave Reichert prepares to speak Wednesday during a luncheon sponsored by the Kent Chamber of Commerce.
Mark Scarff

Kent’s Bowen Scarff wins company excellence award from Ford

Bowen Scarff Ford Lincoln Mercury in Kent has been recognized by Ford Motor Company with the 2008 President’s Award. The award honors dealerships that excelled… Continue reading

  • Aug 5, 2009
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Mark Scarff
After more than seven years working for the tourism board in Grays Harbor County
After more than seven years working for the tourism board in Grays Harbor County
Attorney Lisa Voso has opened a new personal injury practice in Kent and is hoping to use her knowledge to help local residents prepare for interviews through her “boot camps.” Brian Beckley

New to Kent, but not for long: Attorney Lisa Voso has penchant for volunteering

When she was in college in Maryland, attorney Lisa Voso took an online quiz about what city would best match her life and where she… Continue reading

  • Jul 24, 2009
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Attorney Lisa Voso has opened a new personal injury practice in Kent and is hoping to use her knowledge to help local residents prepare for interviews through her “boot camps.” Brian Beckley

Marie Haggin to host Bridal Shower

Marie Haggin Accessories has added bridal gowns and wedding services to its Kent Station boutique. With more than 100 gowns in stock, the dresses come… Continue reading

  • Jul 24, 2009
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Volunteers needed for lot clean-up, so that mural can be installed

The Kent Chamber of Commerce’s East Hill Partnership is organizing a work party to help clean up the vacant lot at 240th and 104th in… Continue reading

  • Jul 21, 2009
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Washington unemployment rate continues its upward climb

Washington’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 9.3 percent in June, up from May’s revised rate of 9.1 percent, according to the state Employment Security… Continue reading

  • Jul 17, 2009
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Eric Minkes of Seattle prepares to begin work on one of the machines at Orion Industries in Federal Way. Orion Industries is getting a new training program from the Kent-based Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound.

Kent program aims to fill the worker gap

As Baby Boomers begin to retire from the workforce, one field that is feeling the effect is manufacturing, which is losing older workers faster than… Continue reading

  • Jul 17, 2009
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Eric Minkes of Seattle prepares to begin work on one of the machines at Orion Industries in Federal Way. Orion Industries is getting a new training program from the Kent-based Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound.

Kent Chamber of Commerce welcomes new Kent school superintendent

The Kent Chamber of Commerce Education Committee will host a reception for Edward Lee Vargas, the new superintendent of the Kent School District, from 5-6:30… Continue reading

  • Jul 17, 2009
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Jimmy Nguyen

Kent’s Hong Kong Market offers ethnic flavor

Everybody has foods that remind them of home, comfort foods that become favorites and familiar stand-bys in the kitchen.But for those not from around these… Continue reading

Jimmy Nguyen
(From left to right) Kent Chamber of Commerce executive director Andrea Keikkala

New Kent Kidney Center brings dialysis close to home

Three times a week, Gary Ruggles of Covington has to come in for dialysis. It’s a four-hour-and-15-minute procedure each time to have his blood pumped… Continue reading

(From left to right) Kent Chamber of Commerce executive director Andrea Keikkala

New Kent Downtown Partnership director takes the helm

New Kent Downtown Partnership executive Director Barbara Smith began her new job last week, taking over for Jacquie Alexander who retired after seven years in… Continue reading

  • Jul 7, 2009
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Toolbox seminar July 8 at Kent Chamber

The Kent Chamber of Commerce’s next Marketing Toolbox Seminar is scheduled for 8 a.m. July 8 at the Chamber Offices, 524 W. Meeker St. July’s… Continue reading

  • Jul 7, 2009
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Danay Mims

After the fire: Hairstylist friends reunite to create new salon for Kent

When the building which housed Catwalks Salon on Meeker Street burned down more than two years ago, it left not only a hole in the… Continue reading

Danay Mims

East Hill Partnership meeting set for July 8

The next meeting of the East Hill Partnership is scheduled for 3 p.m. July 8 at the Golden Steer Restaurant, 23826 104th Ave. S.E.This committee… Continue reading

  • Jul 2, 2009
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