Litzow recognized for support of small businesses
Sen. Steve Litzow (R-Mercer Island) was recognized as a Guardian of Small Business for his work on behalf of small businesses during the 2011-12 legislative sessions.
The award is presented by the National Federation of Independent Business to lawmakers who have worked to promote policies that protect and encourage small and independent businesses.
May 11, 2012
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Mercer Island Thrift Shop extends hours to 8 p.m.
The Mercer Island Thrift Shop (MITS) is extending its hours of retail operation to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday, in response to customer trends.
May 9, 2012
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Eye on MI | Mustang Sally
Mustang marketing: The Defensive Driving drivers education school that opened on Mercer Island last year has employed a new way to get student drivers interested in their school.
April 18, 2012
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Does Walmart help or hurt local communities?
New study disputes positive impact of Walmart stores on local economies.
April 17, 2012
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New insurance agency on Mercer Island
A retail space in the 77 Central building along Sunset Highway is newly occupied by Allstate insurance agency. Jeremy Olson, the agency owner, purchased the space in November 2011 and moved in at the beginning of February.
April 3, 2012
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Edward Jones financial advisor moves into former Quiznos space
A new Edward Jones financial advisor has moved into the space that once housed Quiznos Subs. Albert Angel, a Seattle resident, moved into his new office on Mercer Island in mid-March, coming from Leschi.
April 2, 2012
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Bellevue Verizon call center to close
A total of 850 workers in Bellevue could be out of jobs by the end of June, when Verizon will close its Bellevue call center.
March 21, 2012
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Starbucks juice venture opens in Bellevue
After years of spanning the globe with its green logo emblazoned on nearly every coffee cup the eye could see, Starbucks is taking a shot with some healthier fare.
March 20, 2012
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Speech pathologist opens new Mercer Island clinic
A children’s speech therapist moved into the north end of Mercer Island last month. Megan Campbell’s practice, Campbell Speech Pathology, aids children ages 1 1/2 to 18 who have speech and language disorders.
March 20, 2012
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Newly remodeled Jacksons Shell station offers free coffee for a month
The newly remodeled Jacksons Shell station convenient store at 78th Avenue S.E. and S.E. 29th Street opened this week. Free coffee is being offered now through April 13.
March 16, 2012
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Continental Travel has new location
Continental Travel has relocated its office to 2737 77th Ave. S.E., Suite 202, in the Windermere Real Estate building.
March 5, 2012
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