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    Business <p>All permitted food businesses in King County, from restaurants to food trucks, should have a food safety rating sign from Public Health displayed for customers. Photo courtesy of Public Health - Seattle & King County</p>

    King County sees rise in unpermitted food vendors

    Food safety rating signage now includes mobile food vendors.

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    By Drew Dotson • December 2, 2025 12:37 pm
    Business Courtesy Photo, BECU

    BECU to merge with smaller California-based credit union

    By Steve Hunter
    Business The Rock in Renton, view from the second floor. Photo courtesy of The Rock Wood Fired Pizza Official Facebook.

    Exit Sandman: The Rock Wood Fired Pizza closes 6 locations

    By Bailey Josie
    Founder Miny Tefesse accepted the Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year award on behalf of Abyssinia Beauty School.
    Two Renton small businesses honored by King County
    By Drew Dotson • October 13, 2025 2:00 pm

    Baile Dior Studios LLC and Abyssinia Salon and Beauty School were honored.

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    Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    Darren’s Speakeasy is a Xillennial getaway
    By Bailey Josie • September 26, 2025 10:30 am

    Renton’s newest bar offers pop culture nostalgia off of Tobin Street.

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    Owner Joanna Lis and her husband Krystof of Foxwood Engraving. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    Foxwood Engraving re-opens in Sparkle location
    By Bailey Josie • September 25, 2025 9:11 am

    After the local gift shop moved online, the space is now occupied by Renton’s go-to customization shop.

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    The new live-edge tables are in the private room at the Water’s Table. Photo provided by Hyatt Regency Lake Washington
    Renton hotel features ‘live-edge’ wooden tables
    By Drew Dotson • August 28, 2025 4:30 pm

    Tables crafted by local artists now adorn the restaurant in Hyatt Regency Lake Washington in Renton.

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    Nakiya McIntyre is one of Abyssinia Beauty School’s first students, having graduated June 2025. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    Training shear talent and kindness at Abyssinia Beauty...
    By Bailey Josie • August 16, 2025 7:30 am

    Since opening a location over a decade ago in Renton, Miny Tafesse’s Abyssinia Hair and Beauty Clinic has expanded, not…

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    The new Convergint office is located at 1100 Oakesdale Ave.  SW in Renton. Photo by Drew Dotson/ The Renton Reporter
    Safety and security company Convergint opens Renton facility
    By Drew Dotson • August 8, 2025 1:30 pm

    Global systems integrator Convergint has opened a new facility in Renton.

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    Owner Dr. Brian Dansie and Dr. Krisha Misa outside the office of The Kids’ Dentist Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    Surf’s up at The Kids’ Dentist in Renton
    By Bailey Josie • July 19, 2025 1:30 pm

    Named Best Dentist of 2025, The Kids’ Dentist makes an otherwise scary dental visit and fun and inviting time.

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    Katie Newman of The Rose Gift House and Coffee. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    The Rose of downtown Renton wins Best Customer...
    By Bailey Josie • June 26, 2025 1:30 am

    Of the three awards The Rose Gift House and Coffee was up for at this year’s Best of Renton (Best…

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    Snowball gets the 12th Paw treatment. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    12th Paw Mobile Spa brings pet grooming to...
    By Bailey Josie • June 20, 2025 7:30 am

    One of the Best of Renton 2025 finalists for Best Pet Groomer, 12th Paw Mobile Spa has become such a…

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    The Best of Renton 2025 winners at the conclusion of a reception hosted by the Renton Chamber of Commerce on June 18 at the Don Persson Center. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Renton Reporter
    The 2025 Best of Renton winners are …
    By Renton Reporter Staff • June 19, 2025 2:50 pm

    Winners were announced at a reception June 18 hosted by the Renton Chamber of Commerce. Check out some photos from the event.

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    Best of Renton 2025
    Best of Renton 2025: Vote for your favorite...
    May 9, 2025 11:40 am

    The finalist voting round runs May 5 to May 30.

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    Franchesca “Fancy” Vargas was photographed for 425 business magazine’s “40 Under 40” issue. Courtesy photo.
    Elevate PR beautifies the city with art, community...
    By Bailey Josie • May 1, 2025 1:30 am

    The energetic mind behind some of Renton and Bellevue’s most exciting community events, Fancy Vargas is here for artists.

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    Picture of business owner Michael Huynh, employee Jemmy and a display of macarons. Photo by Janiyah Gibson/The Reporter
    Macadons: A sweet spot for flavor and community...
    By Janiyah Gibson For the Renton Reporter • April 21, 2025 3:38 pm

    Macadons has grown from a humble holiday tradition into a thriving business that serves delicious treats.

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    <a href="https://rentonreporter2.secondstreetapp.com/Best-Of-Renton-2025/" target="_blank">Nominate your favorite Renton businesses today! </a>
    Best of Renton 2025: Nominate your favorites today
    April 8, 2025 3:10 pm

    Your nominations help highlight the businesses that make our community shine.

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    Production shot from “Moana Jr.”, the Fall 2023 musical. Courtesy of Kettleworks Performing Arts.
    Kettleworks Performing Arts brings Broadway Jr. to Renton’s...
    By Bailey Josie • March 29, 2025 1:30 pm

    From “Moana” to “The Lion King” to “Alice in Wonderland,” Renton’s youngest performers can sing, dance and act with local theater company Kettleworks Performing Arts.

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    Laura LoPresti is the owner of Refuel Cafe, which opened in 2019. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    Refuel Cafe is the coffee highlight of the...
    By Bailey Josie • March 21, 2025 11:00 am

    “I live in the Highlands so I wanted a coffee shop up here,” said owner Laura LoPresti.

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    Two community classes were offered following the ribbon cutting. Photo courtesy of The Pink Tree Photography.
    New hot yoga studio opens in Fairwood
    By Bailey Josie • March 14, 2025 1:30 pm

    Imagine Hot Yoga is making use of the former Big Lots building off Petrovitsky Road.

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    The law office of Lawrence Kahn Law Group will host an art show with local artists’ work. Photo provided by Lawrence Kahn Law Group
    Local law firm seeks local artists for display
    By Drew Dotson • March 7, 2025 11:30 am

    A local law firm is holding an art show to showcase the works of artists in the area.

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    Courtesy Photo, The Herald/Everett
    Joann to close fabric stores in Kent, Renton...
    By Steve Hunter • February 14, 2025 12:35 pm

    Part of nationwide closure of more than 500 stores after filing for bankruptcy

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    Lori Bender was the owner of Shakey’s in Fairwood for nine years. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    End of a pepperoni era: The Fairwood Shakey’s...
    By Bailey Josie • January 21, 2025 7:37 pm

    Due to a delay in product deliver, Shakey’s fans were given one more day to say goodbye to the beloved restaurant.

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