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Alaska USA contributes more than $60,000 to community nonprofits
Alaska USA Federal Credit Union has donated $60,250 to support nonprofit organizations as part of its annual grant…
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Gourley named new CEO of Children’s Therapy Center
Children’s Therapy Center, one of the state’s largest and most comprehensive nonprofit pediatric therapy programs with centers in…
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Could Kent land a Dick’s Drive-In? Votes to help decide
Seattle-based Dick’s Drive-In announced plans last week to build a new restaurant either east or south of their…
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State unemployment rate holds steady in January
The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held firm in January at 5.1 percent, despite preliminary estimates from the…
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Kent realtor honored
Marti Reeder, realtor and managing broker with John L. Scott’s Covington-Kent-Maple Valley office, has earned the Chairman’s Circle…
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Kent Station presents Moolah for Schoolah scholarship fundraiser
Kent Station hosts its annual college scholarship fundraiser – Moolah for Schoolah – for Green River College students…
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Kent City Council considers B&O tax filing changes
About 1,600 small businesses in Kent might not have to file business and occupation tax forms with the…
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Amazon to install solar systems on 50 fulfillment center rooftops by 2020
Seattle-based Amazon announced on Thursday a new initiative to generate clean energy by installing solar panels on its…
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Highline College hosts free job fair March 15
Nearly 50 local employers with full-time, part-time and temporary job openings will be on hand for Highline College’s…
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Kent’s Airways Brewery to celebrate seventh anniversary
Kent’s Airways Brewery and Tap Room, 8611 S. 212th St., will celebrate its seventh anniversary from 2 to…
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National magazines recognize WGU Washington for supporting military
Two national publications again honored Western Governors University (WGU) for helping meet the educational needs of the nation’s…
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85°C Bakery Cafe opens first Washington location in Tukwila
People lined up around the outside of the 85°C Bakery Cafe on Friday morning, awaiting the chance to…
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Mattress Firm’s PJ Bowl to support local foster kids
Mattress Firm’s 12th annual Pajama Bowl is set for Sunday, April 2, from 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.,…
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Northwest Flower & Garden Show opens next week
The Northwest Flower & Garden Show opens next Wednesday – blending spectacular garden displays with a major focus…
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Seattle Home Show features latest trends; event runs Feb. 18-26
Tiny homes are big, pools and spas are now digital and the smart home is now the smartphone…
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Kent’s Torklift Central founder Jon Kay dies at age 76
Jon Kay, the founder of Kent’s Torklift Central, died at the age of 76 the night of Feb.…
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WGU Washington names new chancellor
Cummins has more than 25 years’ experience in Washington higher ed to new role
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Denali Home Loans adds Wells to Kent office | Briefs
Denali Home Loans has added Glenn Wells as mortgage loan originator to its Kent office, 19802 62nd Ave.…
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King County judge orders 5-hour Energy to pay $4.3 million in penalties, fees
A King County judge ordered the makers of 5-hour Energy to pay nearly $4.3 million in penalties, attorneys’…