Snoqualmie Casino. Courtesy photo

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Kirkland-based company sues to challenge ‘tribal gaming monopoly’ in Washington

Company called the state’s policy an “erroneous application of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.”

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Domino’s Supply Chain Center in Kent hiring for all positions

Facility produces fresh pizza dough, toppings and ingredients for stores in Washington

Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.

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The forces behind our current COVID-induced inflation | Guest column

Recent inflation numbers have been quite high and at levels not seen for 40 years.

“Just Walk Out” technology allows customers to add items to their cart and skip the checkout lines. Photo courtesy of Amazon

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Amazon Fresh grocery store opening in Federal Way at The Commons

The technology company has not yet announced an official opening date.

Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.

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The ‘year end’ elements of financial planning | Guest column

With the end of the year fast approaching, we remind clients that now is a good time to…

Meals are packed for the Christmas Day dinner giveaway by Nana’s Southern Kitchen. The restaurant distributed about 1,200 free meals between its two locations in Kent and Covington. COURTESY PHOTO, Nana’s Southern Kitchen

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Free meals given to 1,200 on Christmas at Nana’s Southern Kitchen

Distributed at Kent and Covington locations

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Kent Chamber of Commerce to move January events to Zoom

Moving away from in-person gatherings due to COVID-19

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Nana’s Southern Kitchen in Kent gave away 400 meals on Christmas Day, 2020.

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Nana’s Southern Kitchen and Microsoft executives team up to give away 1,200 meals on Christmas Day

Kent and Covington locations will each give away 600 free meals to the public.

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Developer plans to remodel Hawthorne Suites in Kent into apartments

Hotel sits along South 212th Street near 64th Avenue South

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Large warehouse in Kent to replace KOA campground

California developer bought property for $10.3 million; camping sites opened in 1978

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ABC Supply selects Tardiff as Kent location manager

Wholesale distributor of roofing, siding, windows, gutters

Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.

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How financial planners address plan uncertainty | Guest column

One of the key challenges we face as financial planners is dealing with the uncertainties around forecasts and…

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The Goddard School opens first Kent location for preschoolers

National franchised system offers enrollment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years

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Airways Brewing Bistro & Beer Garden in Kent to celebrate 10th anniversary

Special menu items, deals Nov. 5-7; Airways to expand patio seating in 2022

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Kent-based Blue Origin helping to develop commercial space station

Partners with Sierra Space, Boeing and others on project

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Nana’s Southern Kitchen opens Covington location

Restaurant started in Kent in 2019

Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.

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Is cryptocurrency really an investment? | Guest column

Undoubtedly you have heard about the new form of money known as digital or “crypto” currencies.

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Taco Time Northwest tries raising wages to $20 hours

Local fast-food chain will pilot the new wage increase at three King County locations.

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Starting wages at Dick’s Drive-In to be $19 per hour

Restaurant seeks more hires to fill out shifts

Katsu Burger’s Tokyo Classic with Nori Fries. Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing

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Katsu Burger opens new Kent location

The restaurant offers breaded hamburgers inspired by traditional Japanese comfort food.