Local News
HopeWorks to offer career training for child care workers
The Everett nonprofit hopes to train workers as child care centers struggle to hire staff.
Local News
It’s OK to Pop! this balloon: Funko to join the Macy’s parade
Funko’s incarnation of Baby Yoda will float by in this year’s Thanksgiving Day event.
Business
Lawsuit: Home Depot doesn’t give workers enough breaks
The suit could cover at least 10,000 employees across the retailer’s 45 locations in Washington.
Business
‘Fulfillment center’ proposed along Bothell Everett Highway
Amazon denies that it’s involved in the project. But permitting documents include the company name.
Local News
Harvey Field runway gets a makeover, the first in 40 years
Aviation-related federal revenue is covering the cost. The Snohomish airport has been family-owned since 1944.
Business
As offices reopen, some former ‘super commuters’ aren’t happy
After a pandemic respite working at home, they dread resuming a one-way commute of 90 minutes or more.
Life
You voted: The best vegan food in Snohomish County
Even during a pandemic, folks still have their favorites.
Business
The Port of Everett hopes to mix some wine with the water
A plan to create a “wine walk” at the port would add tasting rooms offering wine, beer and…
Local News
County’s $80M proposal will prioritize COVID-19 response
Economic recovery projects may lose money in the next round of American Rescue Plan Act spending.
Business
Another airplane manufacturer relocates to Arlington airport
Vashon Aircraft, which produces a sport plane, is consolidating work previously done in Woodinville and Everett.
Business
Edmonds offers grants to small businesses affected by COVID
Grants of up to $10,000 will be available to up to 50 eligible businesses this year.
Local News
Tribal casinos get federal OK to set up sports betting
The Tulalips expect to have their sports book operational sometime after Nov. 1.
Business
Airplane mechanics are few, so this company trains its own
The paid apprenticeship program at Aviation Technical Services is helping rebuild a skilled workforce.
Business
5 big transportation developments in 2021 to keep us rolling
New bus routes, toll lanes and highway upgrades: Here are the region’s top pending transportation projects.
Business
One door closes, another opens for this Arlington company
Ironwood Manufacturing designs high-privacy doors for restrooms at hotels, arenas and airline lounges.
Northwest
Seattle home prices continue to soar at record-breaking pace
Home prices in the region leapt 25% in June compared to a year earlier.
Business
Airbus nabs $4.9 billion order from Boeing customer Jet2
Boeing had supplied Jet2 with its 737 model in the past.
Business
Challenges remain for the area’s recovering tourism industry
Revenue picked up this year at restaurants and hotels, but the delta variant could blunt further gains.
Business
New role for Sound Publishing President Josh O’Connor
O’Connor will oversee operations in Washington, Alaska and Canada for parent company Black Press.