COVER STORY: 9/11 — ONE YEAR LATER
A year after the terrorist attacks on America, the business community shares its struggles and its hopes

BUSINESS NEWS
Intermec’s parent company plans move to Snohomish County

Direct mail can help businesses reach their target audience

Three area companies win federal contracts totaling $26 million

Agilent Technologies plans to close its Lake Stevens facility

North County Bank opens in Marysville

Whidbey Island Bank moves into the county

Hewitt Avenue construction takes toll on Everett businesses

Report: County’s apartment vacancy rate hits 9.2 percent

Unemployment rises in the county, state

Home prices are up even as sales decline

Business Briefs: a mini-tour of Snohomish County business events

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

Calendar of Events

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
Report: County’s market shows signs of stability

Innovative joint venture supports American Indian jobs

Walgreen’s, two other retail buildings going up at Thrasher’s Corner

Everett Mall Village gets torn down

Commercial Real Estate Briefs

BUSINESS PROFILE
Dykeman Architects & Interiors celebrates 35 years in business

NONPROFIT PROFILE
Boys & Girls Club provides a safe, fun place for children

HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
Bowling alleys are targeting corporate party market

Hawthorn markets new limo, county attractions to lure guests

Study: Lynnwood “a viable location” for proposed conference center

Flying Pig wins statewide recognition for community involvement

WORKING WHEELS
Businesses big and small can join CT’s van pooling program

COLUMNS
Realty Markets: Developers face higher risks, lower returns

Financial Focus: Don’t let accounting scandals sideline investment plans

Marketing Mentor: When promoting business, keep message short

Economic Outlook: “Head tax” battle turns into cooperative effort

Manager’s Memo: Bring out the “leader” in your employees

Business 101: Communication is key in battling stress at work

OPINION
Tim Eyman’s initiatives will do more harm than good for state

Businesses can play part in improving lives of foster children

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