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SPECIAL REPORT - RETIREMENT LIFESTYLES
Moving on: Life after losing a spouse
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| We all look forward to the time when we will be able to retire, and we all have dreams and plans about what the “next stage” of life will be like. As retirement age grows closer, couples may begin to make more specific plans. Perhaps they’ll buy an RV and travel across the country. Maybe they’ll finally purchase that golf community dream home they’ve had their eye on for some time... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - RETIREMENT LIFESTYLES
Baby boomers bring new perspectives
to ‘aging in place’
By Rodika Tollefson |
| The concept of “aging in place” — people remaining in their homes for as long as possible while they get older — has been widely discussed in the past decade, as the availability of services has increased for seniors who want to spend their golden years at home instead of senior housing or nursing homes. But as the baby boomer generation starts retiring, professionals in the industry agree that demand for these services is bound to see a phenomenal increase... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - THE BUSINESS OF LAW
When you have to sue a lawyer
By Sherrie Bennett, for Lawyers.com |
| If you believe your lawyer hasn’t properly represented you, and has harmed you in the process, you’ll want to first try alternatives to litigation, such as... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - THE BUSINESS OF LAW
Attorney as business owner:
What it takes to succeed when striking out on your own
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| The vast majority of attorneys begin their law firm careers in large, established firms, working long days to meet their billable hours requirements and slowly moving up the career ladder... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - THE BUSINESS OF LAW
Former judge closes in on
half century practicing law |
| Leonard Kruse, who retired from Kitsap County’s Superior Court in 2001, is just one year away from celebrating a significant milestone: his 50th year as an attorney. It’s an impressive accomplishment, but one that Kruse appears to take in stride... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - THE BUSINESS OF LAW
Bar Association elects officers |
| The Kitsap County Barr Association recently elected and installed its officers for 2007 They are: President, Ed Wolfe; Vice President, Alyse Collins; Secretary, Paul Fjelstad; Treasurer, Steve Olsen; and Past President, Jeff Jahns. |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HUMAN RESOURCES
Career coach helps find career clarity
By Rodika Tollefson |
| A few decades ago, workers commonly held long-term jobs, often working for the same company their entire career. These days, that sort of commitment is becoming unusual, and individuals make three to five career changes on average, according to some statistics... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HUMAN RESOURCES
Alternative pay strategies gaining in popularity |
| Even though the economy is looking slightly better and businesses are starting to expand, employers are being careful when it comes to increasing salary budgets for 2007... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Digital mammography significantly
improves cancer detection
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| Mammograms, x-ray images of the breasts, are the most common and effective medical technology used to detect breast cancer. But traditional, film-based mammograms do have some limitations, especially when it comes to detecting cancers in women under the age of 50, in premenopausal and perimenopausal women, as well as in women with radiographically “dense” breasts... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
The new Food Pyramid: It’s all about “you”
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Since 1992, the federal government has been telling consumers — through its well-known food pyramid — that grain-based foods, from bread to muffins and cereal, are the “base” of any well-balanced diet (6-11 servings per day), followed by vegetables (3-5 servings), fruit (2-4) and so on. The pyramid has been at odds with various specialists who advocate a low-carbohydrate intake they say is much better for health... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Bainbridge Chamber sets
Healthy Living Expo for January |
| The Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce is planning its second annual Healthy Living Expo. The Chamber, in partnership with Virginia Mason Winslow Clinic, Island Fitness, Zindell Acupuncture and the Bainbridge Island Review, has scheduled the expo for Saturday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Woodward Middle School. Greg Atkinson and KJR 950-AM Sports Radio Disc Jockey Dave (The Groz) Grosby are among the keynote presenters slated to appear... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Addictive fun:
Local professionals share their ways of staying fit
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Some people get very creative when they hear the word “exercise” — coming up with a list of excuses as to why they can’t do it. The old standby, of course, is, “I don’t have the time... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Gig Harbor’s Metagenics ready
for industry growth
By Rodika Tollefson |
| In a time when health-care crisis is a frequently discussed topic, one Gig Harbor-based company says it has the solution. Instead of treating symptoms and diseases, Metagenics looks at treating the whole person by helping people “reach their genetic potential through nutrition... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Gig Harbor’s health care options
becoming more competitive
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Speculation runs high on how the new Tacoma Narrows Bridge will impact population growth in the Gig Harbor area, and many businesses seem to be bracing for an expanding market. One of the areas that appears to be prepared is healthcare: Rival nonprofits Franciscan Health System (FHS) and MultiCare Health System are getting ready to bring a variety of new medical specialties and services to the area... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
MultiCare hiring for
new Gig Harbor medical park |
| MultiCare Health System is seeking clinical and non-clinical employees to work at the new MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park. The new clinic is scheduled to open in mid-June and will feature a Women’s Health Center, a Day Surgery Center, a medi-spa, Mary Bridge Child Express and more.
New employees needed include physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, imaging techs, medical receptionists and other positions. MultiCare needs 50 additional full-time equivalent positions to provide care and support in the new facility.
Positions open at the new facility, and other MultiCare job postings can be found at www.multicarejobs.org.
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SPECIAL REPORT - TAX PLANNING
Of course, tax year 2006 includes
some code changes |
| Pretty much every year the IRS makes changes to the tax code and 2006 will be no different. Here are a few of some of the changes that may affect businesses and individuals... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - TAX PLANNING
Practical estate planning tips
By Christopher Cook, CPA
Hurley, White & Williams, PS |
| If you were to die tomorrow, would your spouse or loved ones know where to find your will, safe deposit box key, or the password to access your online accounts? For those left behind, finding all of these items can be difficult if there is not a list to guide them. The estate inventory list can be as simple or detailed as you like. The estate inventory list can be written in any format, such as a letter or a spreadsheet... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - TAX PLANNING
Charitable giving can benefit your tax return
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| In addition to a time for exchanging gifts with family and friends, the holidays are often a time when individuals and businesses give to others. Holiday food and toy drives are in full swing and the Salvation Army’s bell ringers are manning their posts across the county... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - TAX PLANNING
College funding often
a good year-end deduction
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Many business owners look at the month of December as one last chance to get some tax deductions, which is why equipment purchases and other expenditures are common at the end of the year. There is nothing wrong with taking advantage of year-end tax deductions, but some accountants caution: Don’t spend the money if you don’t have to... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EXECUTIVE GIFT GIVING
Edible gifts are a holiday tradition
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Food is a universal language that is a big part of just about any tradition, and the December holidays are no exception. There is no celebration without some good food with good friends. So it’s a sure bet that edible gifts, especially when personalized to the recipient’s preferences, are going to be a hit... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EXECUTIVE GIFT GIVING
Personalized gifts add an extra touch
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| Personalized gifts send a clear message: that the gift-giver has gone out of their way to select a special gift for the recipient. And while “personalized” often calls to mind monograms and ID bracelets, there are a number of options that gift givers have this holiday season to add that extra, personal touch to their purchases... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EXECUTIVE GIFT GIVING
‘Waste Free Holidays’ focuses
on experiences, not ‘stuff’
By Rodika Tollefson |
| For those people who are tired of the hunt for the next trendy Christmas gift and dread the idea of giving more “stuff” to their friends and family, Kitsap County has an enticing offer: Give experiences instead... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EXECUTIVE GIFT GIVING
Chuck Haselwood leaves a legacy of giving
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| Charles “Chuck” Haselwood, died from heart failure Saturday, Oct. 28, at Harrison Medical Center, at the age of 83. The well-known auto dealer, developer, and philanthropist was the true embodiment of the rags to riches story, building one of the largest car dealership empires in the state, and leaving behind a legacy of both incredible business success and overwhelming generosity towards his community... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EXECUTIVE GIFT GIVING
Charitable giving is a great ‘feel good’ gift
By Rodika Tollefson |
| It’s a common sentiment for many people that the spirit of Christmas is lost in the bargain-hunting, trend-seeking gift buying experience that has become the tradition of the modern holidays. All it takes is a glimpse at the crowd spending the night outside a department store a day or two before the release of the latest videogame console (such as was the case three times in November), and it’s clear why so many people are disenchanted with Christmas... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EXECUTIVE GIFT GIVING
The gift of jewelry
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| It’s that time of year again. Stores are filled with holiday shoppers, searching for the perfect gift for friends, loved ones, even co-workers and employees... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EXECUTIVE GIFT GIVING
Practicing proper “Business Gift Etiquette” |
| This time of year, so many people flounder when it comes to purchasing gifts for people they actually know (friends and family) that the thought of purchasing a gift for a boss or coworker can throw them into a tailspin... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION ON THE PENINSULA
K-12 education:
The quality and funding debate
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Public education is Washington State’s top industry (more than 56 percent of the state budget is spent on K-12 education), and possibly the most controversial one as well. The various sides produce compelling statistics in the debates about the quality education, funding, and reform — and often the same statistics are used to make contradicting arguments... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION ON THE PENINSULA
Olympic College nursing students
treat a high-tech “patient”
By Jennifer Hayes |
| An important part of a nurse’s education is clinical training — time when nursing students see and treat real patients in a supervised environment, to give them important first-hand clinical experience. But finding sufficient clinical placements for student nurses is an ongoing challenge, and one that Olympic College’s nursing program is all too familiar with... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION ON THE PENINSULA
MBAs with an environmental conscience
Institute’s goal is to, “Build enterprises that are economically successful,
socially responsible and environmentally sustainable.”
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| Traditional MBA programs often focus only on the bottom line: how can an MBA help a company make more money? At Bainbridge Graduate Institute (BGI), however, the focus is on creating leaders to “build enterprises that are economically successful, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION ON THE PENINSULA
Plans to reopen Poulsbo’s
Marine Science Center moving forward |
| Plans to revamp and re-open the Poulsbo Marine Science Center an educational facility devoted to all things living in the water, are moving along. The $250,000 the legislature approved as part of the state’s 2006 budget has been transferred to the city of Poulsbo, and the Poulsbo Marine Science Foundation, the nonprofit group formed to oversee the center, has almost another $40,000 in raised funds ready to spend... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION ON THE PENINSULA
CKSD seeks Advisory Committee Members |
| The CKSD Career & Technical Education Department is looking for volunteers to serve as community representatives for its programs during the 2006-2007 school year... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - AUTOMOTIVE
2007 GMC Yukon Denali:
One of the best full-size SUVs
By Lary Coppola |
| This is the best of times and the worst of times for full-size sport utility vehicles (SUV). $3 a gallon gas, nervous insurance underwriters, and eco-terrorists all make them a tough sell. On the other hand, if you need true family-size transportation, or to tow something like a boat, this is a great time to buy. And there is almost no better full-size SUV on the market right now than the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - AUTOMOTIVE
2006 Mudfest Winners Announced |
| The Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA), an organization of professional automotive journalists from this part of the country who are published worldwide, staged the 12th annual Northwest SUV-of-the-Year competition, known as Mudfest, Oct. 11-12 at Portland International Raceway... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - AUTOMOTIVE
2007 Acura RDX:
Putting the sport in sport utility
By Bruce Caldwell |
| Acura has put the sport back in Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) with the introduction of its new RDX compact luxury SUV. At the recent Northwest Automotive Press Association’s 13th annual Sport Utility Vehicle of the Year Competition (affectionately known as “Mudfest”) I drove and evaluated two-dozen new SUVs. Out of all those fine vehicles I felt the Acura RDX was the most fun to drive... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - AUTOMOTIVE
Spotlight on: Aaron Capps
Auto dealership owner built success from ground up
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Bremerton native Aaron Capps started his career in the automotive industry when he was a teen. A former professional race-car driver for 21 years, he currently owns Advantage Nissan and Thomas Lincoln Mercury in Bremerton... (Full Article) |
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SPECIAL REPORT - AUTOMOTIVE
Ruddell Auto Mall techs add
“GM World Class” to their names |
| Ruddell Auto Mall, located in Port Angeles, now has two more GM World Class Technicians, Scott Paulson and Chuck Strean... (Full Article) |
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