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SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION
Olympic College culinary program
delivers high-class training
By Rodika Tollefson |
| As mother of the bride, Diana Henry had plenty on her mind before her daughter’s Oct. 6 wedding. So when she was reassured by Nick Giovanni that she didn’t have to worry about anything for the rehearsal luncheon and the reception dinner, she was relieved... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION
Between the Shelves:
Keeping your child's bookshelf vital |
| Your child's bookshelves are brimming with boundless opportunities to read, learn and imagine. So when it comes time to add new books to the collection, it's important to keep your child's home library relevant to his or her age and reading level. This helps to maintain interest and a love for reading, and will help ensure that books come alive for your child. Not only does reading strengthen cognitive development, it also fosters the bond between parents and children... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION
Olympic College among
distance learning pioneers
By Shauna Kroeger |
| Nowadays at Olympic College (OC), students who want to take something other than a traditional, regularly-meeting, on-ground class can enroll in one of the various options presented at the community college... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION
Running Start program available
for local high school students
By Shauna Kroeger |
| Running Start, a state-wide consortium between community colleges and high schools, allows students who are prepared to take the leap to college and attend tuition free in place of traditional high school courses, earning credits that apply on both the high school and college level. It’s is a dual-credit program available for high school juniors and seniors. While participating in the program, credits taken at the college count as both high school and college credit... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - EDUCATION
KEDA funds Kitsap baccalaureate project
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Supporters of a baccalaureate program in Kitsap are hoping that Gov. Christine Gregoire will include nearly half-million dollars in her supplemental budget to fund a study evaluating local baccalaureate needs... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Offering help with depression
benefits employee and employer
By Rodika Tollefson |
| While most people don’t think twice about consulting their doctor for physical pain and other troubling symptoms, those suffering from mental health issues such as depression often hesitate to get help. Part of it is due to the stigma surrounding the condition, and the lack of awareness that depression is not a temporary state of mind... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Life-saving Technology for Women |
| October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are many events, ads, articles and reminders of how important it is for women to get their annual mammogram. Statistics show that early detection saves lives. Technology continues to improve, making detection faster, less painful and more accurate. Detection can identify cancer at an early stage when treatment options may be more effective... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Harrison moves ahead
with Port Orchard campus expansion
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Harrison Medical Center is moving forward with its second phase of the master plan for its Port Orchard clinic, located on Tremont Street. The master plan, developed in 1995, includes a total of three phases, with the second phase entailing the construction of a three-story building of about 50,000 square feet... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
MultiCare’s Gig Harbor facility
‘exceeds expectations’ |
| The MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park has only been open for about three months, but the services are already in high demand. Administrator Mary Grubbs said the new services offered at the center are doing as well or better than expected... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
What does “healthy workplace” really mean?
By Amy Hager |
| Does being unhealthy mean you are ill with a cold or the flu? Is an unhealthy work place full of ill people with runny noses or 101 degrees fevers? A healthy work place is more than having all your employees with a clean bill of health; it entails various aspects of physical, emotional, intellectual and even spiritual wellness. Communication, effective leadership, appropriate management styles, ergonomics, physical features of the workplace, and efficient use of space are just some of the aspects to be considered when addressing the overall health of a company... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Fresh produce: Eat your way to better health
By Rodika Tollefson |
| In recent years, consumers’ interest in fresh, locally grown produce has been on the rise, and cases like the E.coli outbreak last year tied to a big fast food chain is compelling consumers to be even more inquisitive about the origins of their food... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Healthy eating on the run
takes a little pre-planning
By Rodika Tollefson and Shauna Kroeger |
| Takeout, frozen meals, and sugary snacks are probably the answer to many busy business people’s rushed schedules, but eating healthy on the run is not impossible. True, it would require a little planning and preparation, but as we all know it, something worth having requires a little maintenance... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Health Rise Natural Therapies
opens office in Silverdale |
| Health Rise Natural Therapies, a nutritional therapy firm previously located in Port Orchard, recently relocated to the Fairfield building in Silverdale at 11871 Silverdale Way, N.W., Suite 103.
The firm, owned and operated by Denise Gunterman, specializes in nutritional response testing, a precise, scientific method of analyzing the levels of health using the body’s own nervous system. These results help Gunterman design a nutritional therapy plan that will address deficiencies or imbalances in the body. She also offers general nutrition therapy, strategies for allergy control, weight loss, and detoxification.
Gunterman treats both adults and children. She has owned Health Rise Natural Therapies for four years and has practiced as a nutritionist for five years.
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Dullum to speak at
BizBuilders Networking Groups |
| BizBuilders Networking Groups will be hosting Lesli Dullum of Optimal Wellness Consulting, LLC, and author of the business program, “Wellness in the Workplace,” at various chapter meetings. She will be presenting, “What ARE you selling?” a 20 minute presentation emphasizing personal and professional development. These meetings are free to visitors, business and sales people are welcome to attend.
Dullum’s schedule of appearances at the weekly BizBuilders meetings can be accessed on the calendar at www.BizBuildersUSA.org and for more information, call (360) 710-1374.
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
Winslow Dental Group can now
provide intravenous sedation |
| Dr. Lance Wicklund of Winslow Dental Group, is now able to provide intravenous sedation for patients. Currently, only four general dentists in Kitsap County are licensed to provide this service. Dr. Wicklund was also recently presented the Fellowship award from the Academy of General Dentistry. This award signifies his commitment to staying current with advancements in dentistry and allowing patients to benefit from new research.
For more information visit www.winslowdental.com.
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SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE QUARTERLY
New radiologist joins
Advanced Medical Imaging |
| Advanced Medical Imaging recently welcomed Matthew Shutske, M.D. to its medical imaging practice. Dr. Shutske graduated from the University of Richmond cum laude and with honors in Biology in 1996. His medical degree is from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He did his internship at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey and completed his radiology residency at Indiana University in 2006. Dr. Shutske moved to Seattle to complete a fellowship in MRI with a focus on cardiac imaging at the University of Washington. He is board certified in radiology by the American Board of Radiology. |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
To be or not to be your own stock broker?
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Investing your money on your own instead of paying a professional to do it sounds like a good move for some people. There are plenty of books and seminars out there that can teach you how to do that, and various Web sites have made it easy for anyone interested to play broker. Some people have been very successful at it and even made millions... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Are you prepared to help aging parents?
By Todd Tidball |
| If you share much of your adult life with your parents, consider yourself fortunate. As they age, however, you will need to become increasingly aware of added responsibilities you may have to assume. By planning ahead, you can help make everyone’s life easier... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Home improvement competition heating up
in South Kitsap
By Rodika Tollefson |
| For many years, Port Orchard has been home to two hardware stores — Coast-To-Coast on Bay Street where St. Vinnie’s is now located and later the Ernst Chain at Town Center Mall (formerly South Kitsap Mall). Then came True Value, which has since became Scott McLendon’s Ace Hardware, alone with the venerable Arrow Lumber (formerly Bethel Lumber) has been located at the far end of Bethel Road for about as long as anyone can remember... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Venture Financial Group announces
second quarter results |
| Venture Financial Group, Inc., parent company of Venture Bank announced for the six months ended June 30 net income of $6.4 million, an increase of $1.5 million or 30.6 percent compared to the $4.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2006. For the three months ended June 30, net income increased $600 thousand or 23.1 percent to $3.2 million compared to $2.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2006... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Return on investment: Stocks vs. real estate
By Rodika Tollefson |
| With the current turmoil in the stock market, and the slow real estate market, to the untrained observer this may seem like a good time to kick back and see what happens before making any serious investments. Savvy investors, however, know: When things seem to go sour, it’s the best time to invest — since investing is all about the long term... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Investing 101:
Basic tips for newbie stock market investors
By Rodika Tollefson |
| It’s no secret the stock market can be intimidating for the first-time investor — just like a getting a new job or being a new parent. The uncertainty and the lack of knowledge may keep many people away, but financial advisers say the biggest risk about investing is waiting to invest: The sooner you get started, the better off you are in the long run... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Rising foreclosure rates pose concerns,
impact local markets
By Rodika Tollefson |
| The stock market has been a mess since subprime mortgage companies got in trouble because adjustable rate mortgages caused many consumers with subprime loans to let their homes foreclose. The real estate market made a 180-degree turn from a couple of years ago, when homes were being snapped up as soon as they became available, and prices were going through the roof... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
“Building Green” a fast-growing trend |
| The market for high-performance homes is soaring. Green building can reduce operating costs due to increased productivity by using less energy and water. It also can improve health due to better indoor air quality and reducing environmental impacts... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Approval delayed again
for P.O. Downtown Overlay District
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Much to the frustration of builders, developers, property owners and citizens alike, the Port Orchard City Council has once again delayed pproving an ordinance creating a Downtown Overlay District (DOD). The controversial issue has both strong support and strong opposition at the same time... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
HOME TRENDS: Capturing the Essence
in Home Building Design |
| Warm, welcoming and comfortable best describe the ideal place to get away – and it can be your own home. You don’t need a weekend vacation; home is the kind of place you want to spend relaxing weekends with family and friends and create memories... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Local commercial construction industry
alive and well |
| The real estate market may be slow, but commercial construction is abundant around the Kitsap Peninsula. Projects in the works range from retail to medical... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Robert Coultas:
Doing the job right the first time
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Robert Coultas has a simple rule for his employees on a construction job: “Do it the right way.” “If it’s not a quality I accept, they have to redo it on their own time,” he said. It may sound harsh, but Coultas says quality is the most important part of any project for Coultas General Contracting... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Parts of comp plan sent
back to the drawing board
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Kitsap County will have to revisit several parts of its newly adopted 10-Year update of its Comprehensive Plan, particularly its “rural wooded incentive program,” and its plan to provide enough sewers for its Urban Growth Areas (UGAs). The Central Puget Sound Growth Management Board made its ruling in mid-September to appeals brought against the comprehensive plan by several challengers — including perennial appellant, Kitsap Citizens for Responsible Planning... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
New medical complexes
planned for Port Orchard |
| A Silverdale developer is proposing to build a new medical complex on Tremont Street in Port Orchard, on the property next to Group Health. The JWJ Group is working with the Port Orchard Planning Commission and the city council on a site-specific rezone for the project... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Rice Fergus Miller adds more new staff |
| Rice Fergus Miller Architecture and Planning, LLP, has added five new staff members, bringing the firm’s size to 32... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
‘We Generation’ sacrificing retirements
to help parents and grown children |
| Baby Boomers who once made up the “me generation” are morphing into the “we generation,” as their focus shifts from themselves to others. Nowhere is this more evident than in their dealing with family issues. Many are helping elderly parents and grown children with their financial needs. Unfortunately, this additional monetary commitment is forcing many middle-aged working Americans to postpone or save less for their own retirement... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
State Auditor weighs in on BIAW’s
Pierce County lawsuit |
| Washington State Auditor Brian Sonntag filed a declaration in Pierce County supporting Building Industry Association of Washington’s (BIAW) motion for reconsideration in the association’s lawsuit against Pierce County Auditor Pat McCarthy for violating public disclosure laws... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
State adopts subprime lending standards |
| The state Department of Financial Institutions announced that it will adopt a set of standards designed to help protect state consumers. In addition to the Statement on Subprime Mortgage Lending, state regulators plan to issue Examination Guidance for regulators to use in evaluating state-licensed mortgage lenders’ compliance with the new requirements on lending to subprime borrowers... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
CFA announces first two Certified
Mortgage Planning Specialists in Kitsap |
| Beth Wells and Liz Bailey of CFA Northwest Mortgage Professionals in Poulsbo are the first two Certified Mortgage Planning Specialists (CMPS) in Kitsap County. There are currently fewer than 2,400 Certified Mortgage Planning Specialists™ in the nation and only 66 currently practicing in Washington State... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Avery named new managing broker
at John L. Scott in Bremerton |
| John L. Scott Real Estate recently announced that Lee Avery has been named as the new managing broker of its Bremerton office... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Anderson places in Top 5
at decorating pros contest |
| Roberta Anderson, home design consultant and owner of Anderson Homes Redesigned LLC, recently attended the second annual educational conference of The Society of Decorating Professionals. This gathering of top professionals in the creative interior services industry provides attendees with insights for developing their businesses... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Primeaux promoted to residential loan officer |
| First Federal Savings & Loan Association recently announced the promotion of Cindy Primeaux to the position of residential loan officer. She will be responsible for originating and processing residential loan transactions, working out of the First Federal Lending Office at 19735 10th Avenue NE in Poulsbo... (Full Article) |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
McFadden honored at business forum |
| Pat McFadden, a financial advisor with the Poulsbo office of Edward Jones, was honored at a recent business management forum. She was recognized for the business skills she has demonstrated and also met with the other Edward Jones financial advisors to share ideas for increasing office efficiency, improving costumer service, and increasing investment knowledge. |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Tracy Tally joins First Federal Savings & Loan |
| First Federal Savings & Loan Association announced the addition of Tracy Tally as a residential loan officer. She will be responsible for assisting customers in obtaining financing for various residential lending needs specializing in manufactured housing, working out of the First Federal Lending Office at 19735 10th Avenue NE in Poulsbo.
Tally joins First Federal with years of experience in the banking and real estate industries. She can be contacted directly at (360) 620-6174 or at ttally@ffpa.com.
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SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
First Federal announces winner
of laptop computer |
| Fred and Dorthy Steffan, owners of the Secret Garden Buffet restaurant, are the winners of a new laptop computer. The prize was presented to them by JoAnne Pinnell, branch manager of the First Federal Sixth Street Branch, and Linda Wahlsten, savings counselor at that location who assisted the Steffan’s in opening their new business account and registering to win a new laptop computer.
The laptop computer prize promotion began in January and ran until the end of June. Any new business checking account opened allowed an entry for the owners to win a laptop.
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SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Edward Jones advisor sponsors coffee club |
| Pat McFadden, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, announced that she will be hosting a coffee club at 9 a.m. the third Thurs. of each month at her Poulsbo Village office. The group is an informal gathering of those interested in participating in roundtable discussions on the economy, interest rates, stocks, or other investments and hot topics.
“The coffee club offers an opportunity to learn from one another and exchange ideas on a variety of issues,” McFadden said. “I look forward to sharing my experience on how individuals can help make their money grow and build wealth over time, as well as have fun and get to know some of my neighbors better.”
Reach McFadden at (360) 779-6450.
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SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Venture Bank names new assistant VP |
| Venture Bank recently hired Andy Fujimori as an assistant vice president and business banking manager at the bank’s Pioneer Way Financial Center. Fujimori specializes in construction and development lending throughout Gig Harbor and Kitsap County. He has over 15 years of banking experience. |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Leavenworth joins Viking Bank in Poulsbo |
| Viking Bank recently announced that Julie Leavenworth has joined the bank’s Poulsbo branch, where she will serve as a mortgage loan consultant.
In addition to mortgage banking, Leavenworth’s banking career includes experience serving as a director of marketing and human resources for a mortgage lending firm and as a mortgage loan consultant.
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SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Beck joins CFA team |
| CFA Northwest Mortgage Professionals recently announced that David Beck has joined the CFA network as vice president of business development. Before joining forces with Carolyn Frame, Beck spent 30 years in the medical field working with companies such as Johnson and Johnson, US Surgical, and most recently Wave Form Systems. |
SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Seminar on reverse mortgages planned |
| Kathy Michael and Leslie Forbes, reverse mortgage specialists for Eagle Home Mortgage, are providing free seminars on reverse mortgage programs. Reverse mortgages allow senior homeowners to access the equity in their home while eliminating their monthly house payments.
For more information or to register for a one-hour seminar, call (360) 535-6009 or (877) 788-4292, extension 1609.
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SPECIAL REPORT - BUILDING WEALTH
Piper receives AAMS designation |
| Pamela Piper of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Port Orchard has achieved the Accredited Asset Management Specialist professional designation (AAMS). This advanced training offers investments professionals hands-on information needed to help provide comprehensive financial services, such as understanding asset allocation and strategies. |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Martha & Mary receives donation
from Prowse and Company |
| Brenda Prowse, broker and owner of Prowse and Company Real Estate in Poulsbo, recently donated $2,584 to Martha & Mary on behalf of her client and Martha & Mary employee Rob Gelder, who recently purchased and sold homes through Prowse & Company. Brenda presented the donation to Denney Austin, CEO at Martha & Mary on Aug. 1. |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Granite Direct importing directly from Brazil |
| Granite Direct, Inc. is Kitsap County’s only direct granite importer. The firm offers free estimates, full sales and installation to both commercial and residential customers and contractors.
The firm imports its high end quality granite straight from the stone cutters at a quarry in Brazil. Because of the direct connection to the stone cutters, prices can start as low as $50 per square foot for installed materials.
Granite Direct, located at 9270 Provost Road in Silverdale, can be reached at (360) 340-3859 or at www.granitedirectinc.com.
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SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
CleanSpace Northwest’s Baird
attends sales training camp |
| Melvin Baird of CleanSpace Northwest, Inc. of Silverdale recently attended the 12th Annual Basement Systems Convention in Hartford, Conn. In addition to a full day of sales camp training, he was able to attend seminars introducing new products and services that will assist in meeting the basement and crawl space water proofing needs of his customers.
Baird is a certified crawl space professional and system design specialist. He can be reached at (877) 698-0260.
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SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Rice Fergus Miller launches new website |
| Rice Fergus Miller Architecture and Planning, LLP, launched a new website recently, demonstrating the architectural, planning and interior design capabilities of the firm and also the visualization talents it can offer. The new site can be found at at www.rfmarch.com. Rice Fergus Miller can be reached at (360) 377-8773. |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Giove promoted at Viking Bank |
| Dana Giove has been promoted to senior vice president and retail sales market manager at Viking Bank, announced the bank’s president and CEO, Patrick Redmond.
Giove joined Viking Bank just eight months ago as vice president and mortgage manager. In her new position, she will be responsible for coordinating the strategic development of all retail banking and mortgage products.
Prior to joining Viking Bank, Giove held the position of chief information officer overseeing information technology, marketing, product development and project management with a credit union.
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SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Home Tech Wiring adds to staff |
| Home Tech. Wiring, Inc. recently announced the addition of new electrician Mike Magneson to the team. He brings over 12 years of experience as well as certification from Leviton and On-Q. Reach Magneson and Home Tech. Wiring, Inc. at (360) 340-8468 or at www.hometechwiringinc.com. |
SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
North Bay Mortgage opens in Bremerton
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| Belfair-based North Bay Mortgage recently opened a new office in Bremerton at 4250 Wheaton Way, near the corner of Riddell Road. That brings the total number of offices the lender has to 11. Other offices are located in Belfair, Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, Silverdale, Tacoma, Shelton, Puyallup, Elma, Montesano, and Westport.
Reach the new Bremerton office at (360) 478-9787 or visit www.northbaymortgage.net.
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SPECIAL REPORT - CONSTRUCTION
Windermere associate earns CRS designation |
| Windermere Real Estate/West Sound Inc. recently announced that Randy Taplin, of its Poulsbo-North Kitsap office, has earned the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation from the National Association of Realtors.
Realtors who honored with the CRS designation have completed advanced courses in listing, selling, investment and taxes. Fewer than 38,000 Realtors nationwide have earned the coveted credential.
Taplin joined Windermere Real Estate in Poulsbo in December of 2002.
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