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

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King County sees rise in unpermitted food vendors

Food safety rating signage now includes mobile food vendors.

Courtesy Photo, BECU

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BECU to merge with smaller California-based credit union

When completed, company will have 1.74 million members and assets of $33 billion

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

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Exit Sandman: The Rock Wood Fired Pizza closes 6 locations

Last remaining The Rock in the area is located in Auburn.

Founder Miny Tefesse accepted the Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year award on behalf of Abyssinia Beauty School.

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Two Renton small businesses honored by King County

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

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Darren’s Speakeasy is a Xillennial getaway

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

Owner Joanna Lis and her husband Krystof of Foxwood Engraving. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Foxwood Engraving re-opens in Sparkle location

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

The new live-edge tables are in the private room at the Water’s Table. Photo provided by Hyatt Regency Lake Washington

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Renton hotel features ‘live-edge’ wooden tables

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

Nakiya McIntyre is one of Abyssinia Beauty School’s first students, having graduated June 2025. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Training shear talent and kindness at Abyssinia Beauty School

Since opening a location over a decade ago in Renton, Miny Tafesse’s Abyssinia Hair and Beauty Clinic has…

The new Convergint office is located at 1100 Oakesdale Ave.  SW in Renton. Photo by Drew Dotson/ The Renton Reporter

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Safety and security company Convergint opens Renton facility

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

Owner Dr. Brian Dansie and Dr. Krisha Misa outside the office of The Kids’ Dentist Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Surf’s up at The Kids’ Dentist in Renton

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

Katie Newman of The Rose Gift House and Coffee. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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The Rose of downtown Renton wins Best Customer Service

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

Snowball gets the 12th Paw treatment. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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12th Paw Mobile Spa brings pet grooming to your doggy door

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

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

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The 2025 Best of Renton winners are …

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

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Best of Renton 2025: Vote for your favorite businesses and more

The finalist voting round runs May 5 to May 30.

Franchesca “Fancy” Vargas was photographed for 425 business magazine’s “40 Under 40” issue. Courtesy photo.

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Elevate PR beautifies the city with art, community and culture

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

Picture of business owner Michael Huynh, employee Jemmy and a display of macarons. Photo by Janiyah Gibson/The Reporter

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Macadons: A sweet spot for flavor and community in Renton

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

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Best of Renton 2025: Nominate your favorites today

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

Production shot from “Moana Jr.”, the Fall 2023 musical. Courtesy of Kettleworks Performing Arts.

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Kettleworks Performing Arts brings Broadway Jr. to Renton’s youth

From “Moana” to “The Lion King” to “Alice in Wonderland,” Renton’s youngest performers can sing, dance and act…

Laura LoPresti is the owner of Refuel Cafe, which opened in 2019. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Refuel Cafe is the coffee highlight of the Highlands

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

Two community classes were offered following the ribbon cutting. Photo courtesy of The Pink Tree Photography.

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New hot yoga studio opens in Fairwood

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