Business Stories - East King County

MulvannyG2 design earns LEED award for Kroger

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Bellevue-based MulvannyG2 Architecture has designed the first LEED-certified Kroger store in the United States. The work involved a Fred Meyer store in Portland, Ore.

Three different generations | Jim Hebert

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

There are statistically significant differences between three different age groups: Generation Y (18 to 29), Generation X (30 to 45), and Baby Boomers (46 to 64).

Pat Cashman joins Charity Auction World

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Pat Cashman, actor and radio/television personality, and columnist for the Bellevue Reporter, has joined April Brown’s Charity Auction World as an auction professional.

Clark Nuber adds four

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Business Spotlight: Interview with Mark Mader, CEO, Smartsheet.com | Sandeep Krishnamurthy

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Bellevue is home to some of the most innovative companies in the world. Meet the CEO of one of your “neighborhood” companies, Smartsheet.com, Mark Mader.

The economy at home | Jim Hebert

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Along with employment and healthcare, consumers are worrying about housing.

New Bartell Drugs opening at Factoria Village on Sept. 13

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Bartell Drugs will open its 59th store September 13 at Factoria Village, formerly Loehmann's Plaza, in Bellevue's Factoria neighborhood. Located at 3620 Factoria Blvd. SE, the new 15,000 square-foot Bartell's store was formerly the Loehmann's clothing store.

Office support group to meet Sept. 8

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

The Office Support Services Association will sponsor its fall kickoff event at the Bellevue Regional Library on Sept. 8.

Crossroads Appliance closes

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Crossroads Appliance, a Bellevue fixture since the 1970s, closed down this week just months after expanding by buying six Maytag stores in the area.

Sustainable business practices are focus of new 4-course certificate program at Bellevue College

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Bellevue College is offering a new Sustainable Business Best-Practices certificate program beginning this fall quarter, which starts Sept. 20. The coursework is designed to train employees to help businesses operate successfully in an increasingly ecologically sensitive world.

Art Walk gives Kirkland businesses a boost

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Kirkland chef joins fight against obesity

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

bin on the lake open for lunch

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Bala Yoga uses Kirkland business for new sign

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Affiliated Associations of America welcomes Raymer

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Art Walk gives Kirkland businesses a boost

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Kirkland chef joins fight against obesity

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

bin on the lake open for lunch

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Bala Yoga uses Kirkland business for new sign

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Affiliated Associations of America welcomes Raymer

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Veloce Velo cruises onto Mercer Island

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Half of the former Mercer Island Hollywood Video storefront will shift from one form of entertainment to another later this month after a slew of bikes replaces the hundreds of VHS and DVDs that once lined the store walls.

‘Muddies’ business comes to town

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

Island Sun tanning salon is closed for business

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:35 PDT

The Island Sun tanning salon, which was in business for over four years, closed during the first week of August. The space at 3016 78th Ave. S.E. is currently vacant, and at least one person has filed a permit for a new business.

'Breakfast for dinner,' homestyle soups, sandwiches served up at Redmond's Pacific Coast Bakery

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

"Breakfast for dinner" is an often-sought but hard-to-find commodity, especially in a city that isn't known for its nightlife. So a new downtown Redmond dining destination is attracting the attention of nearby dwellers and business people who say the evening is prime time for a bacon and egg panini — or hearty, homestyle deli sandwiches and soups.

Ken's Towing in Redmond wins big at Northwest Tow Expo

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Ron "Bubba" Peters, a manager at Ken's Towing in Redmond and his co-worker, truck driver Kyle Drew were kings of the road at the annual Northwest Tow Expo in Ferndale Aug. 20-21.

Redmond Reporter to honor women in business community

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Here at the Redmond Reporter we recognize the tremendous strides and impressive contributions women have made in the business world. Whether they are business owners, managers or running the front office, they are the driving force behind many successful businesses. Bearing that in mind we would like to highlight some of our local “Women in Business” starting in our Aug. 27 issue.

Jamba Juice serves $1 tea smoothies, iced coffee on Aug. 19

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Jamba Juice, including a Redmond location at 16002 Redmond Way, is offering $1 tea smoothies and iced coffee creations on Thursday, Aug. 19.

Anthropaws brings 'furry' characters to life

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Dr. Agarwal opens Avondale Smiles: Ribbon-cutting ceremony set for Aug. 23

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Dr. Aditi Agarwal has opened Avondale Smiles at 11523 Avondale Rd. NE, Suite 115 in Redmond. A ribbon-cutting ceremony, featuring Redmond Mayor John Marchione and the Greater Redmond Chamber of Commerce, is set for 4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 23.

Panera Bread voted most popular large restaurant chain in 2010 Zagat Fast-Food Survey

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

UW, including Bothell campus, makes large contributions to local and state economy, employment

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Route 66 meets Highway 203 at Carnation's Cowgirls Western Wear store

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Calling up her inner cowgirl, Redmond resident Phyllis Kenworthy has brought a piece of the Old West into the Snoqualmie Valley.

Snoqualmie steakhouse in running for Best of Western Washington award

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Building for success: Women in Business grow connections, membership

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Moving into their third year, the Snoqualmie Valley Women in Business are achieving goals by leaps and bounds.

Luxury on a budget: Riverbend Cafe, Cascade Golf Course, General Store offer treats, necessities to fit any wallet

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

In an economy that has put many Snoqualmie Valley residents and out-of-towners on a budget, North Bend's Riverbend Cafe and Cascade Golf Course offers necessities and treats to fit any pocketbook.

RR Days wagon rides recall hardware store’s early days

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:36 PDT

Experience the days before trucks and tractors, as Carmichael’s True Value Hardware brings back draft horse wagon rides during the 72nd annual Snoqualmie Railroad Days.