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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.”

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

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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.

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

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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…

A view of the proposed hotel off of Bendigo Blvd., near the Nike Outlet Mall. Photo courtesy of the City of North Bend

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North Bend zoning change to pave way for new hotel

In a win for city businesses, the North Bend City Council unanimously approved Dec. 7 a municipal code…

Members of Simpson Group Real Estate team at its grand opening on Nov. 27: (L to R) Sandy Navidi, Karin Simpson, Debi Hill, Karin Ayling, Michelle Brucchieri, Kim Thayer and Alyssa Sprague. Courtesy Photo.

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Valley real estate group looks to give back with new storefront

After selling real estate in the Snoqualmie Valley for 12 years, Karin Simpson finally has an office along…

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

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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…

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Gnome depot: Snoqualmie woman’s new business brings joy

Pulling out her craft box nearly four years ago, Snoqualmie resident Marian Priegel decided to make a handful…

Mixologist and general manager of Civility & Unrest, Joe Dietrich (photo by Cameron Sheppard)

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If you want a regular cocktail, go somewhere else

Master mixologist Joe Dietrich is elevating cocktail culture at Bellevue’s Civility & Unrest.

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

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Is cryptocurrency really an investment? | Guest column

Undoubtedly you have heard about the new form of money known as digital or “crypto” currencies.

Front bar at Bellevue’s Civility & Unrest (courtesy of Civility & Unrest)

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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.

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Grocery store workers have right to wear Black Lives Matter buttons

National Labor Relations Board ruling against ban by Kroger-owned QFC, Fred Meyer

Sno-Valley Chamber CEO Kelly Coughlin; Lucas Haines, Volition Brewing owner and current President of the North Bend Downtown Foundation; North Bend Mayor Rob McFarland; Rob and Laurie Wesorick; Celeste Coxen; Wendy and Chris Stone. For information on this new venue, contact Chris Stone at chris@pearlandstonewine.com.

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Pearl and Stone Wine Company opens tasting room

Pearl and Stone Wine Company’s new tasting room held its grand opening in the former North Bend City…

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North Bend looks at new hotel development

The City of North Bend is considering the construction of a new 5-story hotel off of Bendigo Blvd,…