Preserve and expand Washington's traditional manufacturing jobs | DON BRUNELL
We shouldn't overlook — or take for granted — the considerable economic contributions of Washington's traditional industries.
Kenworth's Renton plant celebrates 20 years
Nearly half of the plant's current employees have been working for Kenworth since the plant opened in 1993
Higher taxes and costs will send jobs out of state | DON BRUNELL
Critics say that, in these tough economic times, we can't afford tax incentives. The real question is, can we afford not to have them?
Boeing receives order for 60 737 MAX airplanes
Boeing and TUI Travel PLC announced a commitment today for 60 737 MAX airplanes, valued at $6.09 billion at list prices.
Oil and water don't mix but can co-exist | DON BRUNELL
Traveling through Sweetwater in west Texas, you see an interesting mix of irrigated farming, cattle ranching, oil production and wind energy.
Renton Chamber of Commerce to recognize outstanding businesses
The Renton Chamber of Commerce will recognize four businesses and a nonprofit organization at the 2013 Business Excellence Awards at the Renton Pavilion Event Center June 6.
Chinese delegation visits Renton, Valley Medical Center
The Renton Chamber of Commerce hosted a delegation from Linyi, China, this week that was interested in region's health care.
The Human Spirit is our Greatest Asset | DON BRUNELL
We face many challenges today, but rather than think of ourselves as victims, we should emulate those who confront tragedy and violence with courage, refusing to be beaten, determined to prevail.
State jobless rate dropped to 7 percent in April
All told, the unemployment rate has fallen by half a percentage point since the start of the year.
Avoiding the 'Obamacare' train wreck | DON BRUNELL
Even some of its strongest supporters now say that the federal Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, is going to be a train wreck. The question is, what are we going to do about it?
State transportation safety staff recommend penalty against Renton's Shuttle Express
Commission staff alleges that Shuttle Express committed 22,860 violations of state rules and laws from Oct. 2010 to Sept. 2011.
