Business
Kona Farry: His app helps boost public transit ridership
This transit analyst discovered the joy of car-free travel during college. He wanted to share his enthusiasm.
Business
Lynsey Gagnon: She quickly organized a cold weather shelter
This social services director was once homeless herself, utilizing the services she now refers others to every day.
Business
Laycee Gwyther: Offering a helping hand to women in need
Partnering with Dignity for Divas, she’s helped plan a day of pampering for women on the streets.
Business
Rilee Louangphakdy: An obscure word inspired him to connect
In school, this marketing manager was on a downward spiral until he filled his life with volunteer activity.
Business
Melissa Siv: Promoting financial literacy among teens
This banking professional teaches financial skills to students at Everett-area schools.
Business
Catherine Soper: On board for Port of Everett’s growth spurt
Twelve years ago, this communications and marketing director launched her port career as an intern.
Business
Courtney Wooten: Artist offers training to promote equality
This Edmonds-based activist founded Suburbia Rising/Stories of Self Solidarity to promote social justice.
Business
Alexandria Zitnik-McGinty: Take charge, learn all you can
This physical therapist has a simple strategy: “The more work you put in, the more you achieve.”
Business
After 114 years, Rubatinos sell trash collection business
Rubatino Refuse Removal started with two carts and four draft horses. The new owners also have generations of…
Sports
Semi-pro football team pushes players to succeed off the field
The Everett Royals “do everything it takes to make sure that players are not struggling.”
Business
Boeing buys 2 million gallons of aviation biofuel
Made in part from agricultural waste, the fuel will power Boeing test flights and airplane deliveries in Everett…
Business
After 54 years in retail, Judy Matheson calls it a career
J. Matheson’s Gifts, Kitchen Gourmet in downtown Everett will close this month. Its namesake owner built it from…
Business
The fab hatter: FauxyFurr in Arlington took a chance — and grew
Its owners bet a part-time gig could be a successful business. They just needed more space.
Business
Edmonds International Women’s Day event is Saturday
The free, fourth annual event offers an in-person and virtual option this year.
Business
Alaska launches Boeing 737 service at Paine Field in Everett
Until now, the airline has employed smaller Embraer jets. It’s a sign of greater demand for travel to…
Business
Just as maiden flight nears, Eviation Aircraft CEO steps down
The Arlington electric airplane maker says the change in leadership won’t affect upcoming flight plans.
Business
Snohomish County aviation firms awarded $3M in federal grants
In all, the federal program has awarded $28 million to 27 Snohomish County companies since September.
Business
Hundreds gather for annual aerospace conference — without Boeing
The company was nonetheless the talk of the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance meeting this week.
Business
In Everett, many new apartments, but where are the condos?
Most would rather own than rent. Yet developers have seen condos as risky due to state law. Could…
Business
Can fusion-powered Helion Energy change the world — from Everett?
The company, which is relocating from Redmond, is on a multibillion-dollar quest to produce clean electricity.