Image courtesy of Bloodworks Northwest.

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Bloodworks Northwest opens new donor center in Renton

The Renton Donor Center will open in the wake of the closing of Bloodwork Northwest’s Tukwila location.

The Renton Chamber of Commerce and friends came out to celebrate SipStop’s ribbon cutting ceremony. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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SipStop Cafe offers coffee, convenience and community

Renton business had its official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 9.

The City of Renton and Sound Publishing are partnering to fund marketing grants for local small businesses with the support of the Renton Chamber of Commerce. To learn more, email cgreiling@soundpublishing.com. (Sound Publishing file photo)

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Renton Shop Local Program offers grants to small businesses for marketing

Renton businesses can apply now and attend upcoming informational sessions.

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Grant applications for Washington businesses affected by pandemic due Sept. 9

Until 5 p.m. on September 9, local organizations that for-profit and non-profit can apply for grants

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Medical debt lawsuit against Providence now includes collection agencies

Agencies violated the Collection Agency Act and Consumer Protection Act, according to attorney general.

Rain City Market at 700 S. 3rd St. (Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Rain City Market bring the bodega experience to downtown Renton

Location features everything from local craft goods to freshly prepared comfort food.

Common Ground Coffee and Cupcakes sits at the corner of South 3rd Street and Wells Avenue South in Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Common Ground Coffee and Cupcakes celebrates its ‘Sweet 16’

Owned by Leng and Heng Woon, the bakery has won multiple “Best of Renton” awards.

Unlike a driving range, Topgolf is for perfecting skills in accuracy and also fun. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Washington state’s first Topgolf officially opens in Renton

After five years of planning and months of waiting, the state’s first Topgolf is finally open to the…

Courtesy of Studio East.

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Studio East brings back StoryBook Theater in the Park for a second year

Free performances will take place in Kirkland, Bellevue, Renton, Duvall and Seattle.

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

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Inflation and financial planning in these turbulent times | Money Matters

By Robert Toomey

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

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Financial planning perspective on life milestones | Money Matters

By Robert Toomey

A heatmap showing the inclusivity of each state, which is based on the total Business Climate Score. The green states are the most inclusive, while the red are least inclusive; yellow and orange fall in the middle. Courtesy of Out Leadership.

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Washington ranks 13th in State LGBTQ+ Business Climate Index

Washington’s lowest score was 13 out of 20 points in the Work Environment and Employment section.

Garlic Naan, Paneer Kebab, Biryani Chicken and Bhindi Masala from Rice-N-Curry (Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Downtown Renton’s Rice-N-Curry serves comforting Indian dishes made with care

Owner Gurminder Kaur said she learned the recipes from her mother.

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

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News of market volatility has felt like a pinball machine lately | Guest column

Webster’s dictionary defines the word volatility as “characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change.” Interestingly, Webster…

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Dick’s Drive-In to open new location in Federal Way

This will be Dick’s ninth burger restaurant; plans to open in 2023.

Kinwell clinic lobby in Renton (Courtesy of Kinwell Medical Group)

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Kinwell Medical Group opens new clinic at The Landing in Renton

Kinwell clinics offer in-person and telehealth visits, online appointment scheduling, and they tout reduced wait times.

A chicken sandwich from Yummy Meats Deli (Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Here’s a Szechuan-style take on Nashville hot fried chicken

Why a literal hole-in-the-wall chicken joint is worth the trip to Renton.

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

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Volatility and disciplined planning in 2022’s stock market | Guest column

The stock market in January experienced significantly increased volatility. In the first 14 trading days in January, the…

Menchie’s location in Federal Way. (Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Investigation: Menchie’s locations failed to pay workers, stole tips

Multiple King County locations involved, including Federal Way, Bellevue and two Renton shops.

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.”