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Business
Three-coffee blend scores a home run
The Tacoma Rainiers may not know who their starting shortstop or ace relief pitcher will be next spring, but one piece of their lineup was determined last week. Read more...
Port discusses future funding for Chinese trade program
The Port of Tacoma and city of Tacoma might see shining prospects from investing in a trade pilot project with China. However, the future of the program might dim if alternative sources of funding cannot be found. Read more...
Reduced consumer spending as a result of the recession, combined with a major infrastructure construction project, are taking a toll on Antique Row, according to an entrepreneur who owns two businesses in this section of downtown. Read more...
Start-up offers ‘Perks’ to Tacoma residents
A Midwestern start up will begin offering business “perks” to Tacoma residents this December. Perk du Jour is a website based out of Cincinnati that offers one instant “perk” or coupon per day (not including weekends) to people who register for this free service. The coupons can be used at participating local businesses. Read more...
A ‘Greener Bean’ grows in Fircrest
Local coffee shop focuses on global commitment
Among the tangled jungles of Starbucks, Tully’s and Seattle’s Best, Courtney Lockey has managed to carve out and cultivate The Greener Bean Coffee Company. Although the independent, fair trade coffeehouse sprang up in Fircrest on Oct. 8, it has already managed to attract a small following. Read more...
Restaurant refreshes Pacific Avenue business district
The Pacific Avenue Business District is one more step on its way to becoming the vibrant commercial area it aspires to be. Read more...
Port welcomes new partner
The Port of Tacoma Commission recently approved a 10-year lease agreement with Canadian-based North West Company, Inc. In December, the food distribution company will begin occupying a warehouse located at 2000 Taylor Way in Tacoma. Read more...
Two hotels planned for Foss Waterway
The long-term plan for Thea Foss Waterway has called for a hotel. Two could be built there, although the interested developer still needs final approval on a key detail from the city. Read more...
Company adjusts, expands to meet changing market
Drastic changes in the housing market have caused Real Estate Investment Services (REIS) to alter some of its business practices, while also opening up opportunities to expand. It has been in business since 1983 and recently opened two new offices. Read more...
TCC joinswith companyon training
General Plastics Manufacturing Company recently celebrated the completion of a unique professional management program at its manufacturing plant in South Tacoma. The nine-month program, which prepares promising employees for future leadership positions, was managed through Tacoma Community College’s (TCC) Corporate and Continuing Education Department with instructors from TCC. Read more...
