Business
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…
Business
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.”
Business
The forces behind our current COVID-induced inflation | Guest column
Recent inflation numbers have been quite high and at levels not seen for 40 years.
Business
The ‘year end’ elements of financial planning | Guest column
With the end of the year fast approaching, we remind clients that now is a good time to…
Business
How financial planners address plan uncertainty | Guest column
One of the key challenges we face as financial planners is dealing with the uncertainties around forecasts and…
Business
If you want a regular cocktail, go somewhere else
Master mixologist Joe Dietrich is elevating cocktail culture at Bellevue’s Civility & Unrest.
Business
Is cryptocurrency really an investment? | Guest column
Undoubtedly you have heard about the new form of money known as digital or “crypto” currencies.
News
Two of James Beard Award-winning chef Jason Wilson’s restaurants to reopen in October
The Lakehouse plans to reopen Oct. 12 and Civility & Unrest reopens Oct. 14.
Business
Grocery store workers have right to wear Black Lives Matter buttons
National Labor Relations Board ruling against ban by Kroger-owned QFC, Fred Meyer
Business
Island HI FI president discusses National Black Business Month
“Being out here, like, I’m a unicorn. You don’t see that many Black people,” said Mercer Island business…
Business
Small-business advocacy group wants you to try minority-owned businesses and put it on their tab
The Intentionalist is opening up $400 tabs for folks to use this weekend at select businesses.
Business
Islanders react to mask-free life as things return to normal
Business owners on Mercer Island are also excited to see customers return in greater numbers.
Business
Restaurant owners discuss labor difficulties with U.S Rep. Suzan DelBene
Experienced service and kitchen staff are reportedly hard to hire as food service reopens.