Puget Sound Bank Reports Record Small-Business Lending
A Seattle-based bank says small-business loan volume hit an all-time high last quarter.
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Spas, salons, and wellness trends from Seattle to Spokane.
Nail Hygiene or a Lunchroom? When Unprofessionalism Ruins a Salon's Reputation
Two customer reports expose serious hygiene lapses and inconsistent service quality at a local nail salon, raising questions about accountability in the beauty industry.
Lakeside Skin Studio Adds Advanced Facial Treatment Line
A Bellevue skin studio introduced a new line of advanced facial treatments.
Riverfront Wellness Collective Expands Massage Therapy Team
A Spokane wellness studio added several licensed massage therapists to meet demand.
Finance & Economy
Banking, markets, and the economic pulse of Washington State.
Eastside Credit Union Surpasses Three Billion in Assets
A Bellevue credit union reached a new milestone in total assets this quarter.
Spokane River Capital Closes Sixty Million Dollar Growth Fund
A Spokane investment firm closed a new fund aimed at expansion-stage companies.
Tacoma Tideflats Industrial District Adds Five Hundred Jobs
New job figures show Tacoma's industrial district growing faster than the statewide average.
Business Leaders
Founders and executives shaping the Evergreen State.
Eastside Ventures Managing Partner Named Executive of the Year
A Bellevue investment firm's managing partner won a regional executive honor.
Spokane Valley Manufacturing CEO Joins State Trade Board
A Spokane manufacturer's chief executive joined a statewide trade advisory board.
Tideflats Robotics Founder Launches Second Startup
A Tacoma robotics founder is launching a second company after an earlier exit.
Education
Schools, colleges, and universities across Washington.
Lakeview College Expands Online Degree Programs
A Bellevue college is expanding its slate of online degree offerings for working students.
Riverfront Community College Wins State Literacy Grant
A Spokane community college was awarded a statewide grant to fund new literacy programs.
Tacoma Sound School District Opens Third New Elementary School
A Tacoma-area district opened a third new elementary campus to keep pace with growth.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and health care news statewide.
Eastside Regional Health Opens New Diabetes Clinic
A Bellevue health system opened a new clinic focused on diabetes care and prevention.
Spokane Valley Medical Center Expands Rural Clinic Network
A Spokane health system is expanding its network of rural clinics across the region.
Tacoma Sound Health Adds New Pediatric Wing
A Tacoma hospital opened a new wing dedicated to pediatric care.