COVER STORY: PORT GARDNER WHARF

Construction begins on a $400 million project expected to transform Everett’s waterfront into a residential, commercial and recreation destination

BUSINESS NEWS
Business Briefs: a mini-tour of Snohomish County business

Calendar of Events

People Watching: career moves, promotions, people “in the news”

HEALTH CARE & INSURANCE
American Family Insurance has put down roots in Snohomish County

Progressive begins offering concierge claims service

L&I spending wisely on quality, proven care

Health Care & Insurance Briefs

REAL ESTATE
Realty Markets: North county’s real estate market is hot

Real Estate Briefs

BUSINESS PROFILE
KinderBritches caters to the kiddie crowd

NONPROFITS
Leadership-training program develops civic stewards

HappyPaws Farm is a dog’s best friend

Choosing financial services for nonprofits

Nonprofit Briefs

FINANCIAL
Dale Terwedo: It’s time to review your mortgage options

Mary Decker: Newest tax act affects pensions and more

LEISURE TIME
Snohomish Festival of Pumpkins is a monthlong treat for all ages

Leisure Time Calendar

BUSINESS BUILDERS
Sales Savvy: Don’t underestimate power of consistency

Tech Talk: First word in computer security is “router”

Marketing Mentor: Where is the “ad” in advertising?

Media-Savvy-To-Go: How to generate buzz for your business

Business 101: Don’t let typo stand in the way of strong job applicant

FOR THE RECORD
Snohomish County Business Licenses

OPINION/EDITORIAL
Punishing businesses for being big hurts us all

Vote for I-920 is a vote for family-owned businesses