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    Articles by Debra Feammelli
    Federal Way Symphony’s annual Garden Tour returns July 17
    Federal Way Symphony’s annual Garden Tour returns July...
    By Debra Feammelli • July 9, 2010 5:55 pm

    Eight Federal Way area private gardens and a presentation by Richie Steffen, a well-known personality on the Pacific Northwest horticulture scene, will be featured at the Saturday, July 17, at the Federal Way Symphony 11th annual Garden Tour.

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    Left to right: Steve Sheeley with his daughter Yvonne Emanoff and spouse Barb Sheeley make ready for hungry customers at Shorty’s Grub House in Federal Way.
    Shorty’s Grub House is a haven for hungry...
    By Debra Feammelli • November 6, 2009 2:12 pm

    Homemade, tummy-filling comfort food highlights the menu at the newly opened diner, Shorty’s Grub House of Federal Way, owned by…

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    Federal Way's American Family Insurance agent Cynthia Squires proudly displays her agency's Distinguished Insurance Agency award from J.D. Power and Associates for customer satisfaction excellence.
    American Family Insurance agent connects and listens |...
    By Debra Feammelli • October 20, 2009 6:32 pm

    Local American Family Insurance agent Cynthia Squires has been recognized for customer satisfaction excellence under the J.D. Power and Associates…

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    Federal Way Symphony board president Kathy Franklin (left) and symphony Fall Gala chairwoman Glenna Cameron try on masks for the symphony's Oct. 17 'Come to the Masquerade' Fall Gala
    Come to the Masquerade: FW Symphony’s Fall Gala...
    By Debra Feammelli • October 8, 2009 10:53 pm

    Come to the masquerade and discover some unique and fun auction items, said Federal Way Symphony auction chairwoman Glenna Cameron….

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    The Fagundes family: Doug
    Java Billiards: A cue for family-friendly fun |...
    By Debra Feammelli • October 6, 2009 6:03 pm

    Pairing billiards with kids is a recipe for family fun at Federal Way’s Java Billiards. “The easy-to-learn game is ideal…

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    Left to right: Federal Way Parfumerie’s Brandon Baker
    Parfumerie: Get a whiff of this Federal Way...
    By Debra Feammelli • September 21, 2009 9:56 pm

    A person’s scent preference can be quite complex when choosing a perfume or cologne. At Federal Way’s Parfumerie, Brandon Baker,…

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    Three more reasons to eat in Federal Way | Business Buzz
    Three more reasons to eat in Federal Way...
    By Debra Feammelli • September 8, 2009 5:38 pm

    East India Grill Kabul Gill, who in the mid-1990s helped introduce Indian food in a fine dining setting to Greater…

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    Laundromat owners
    Lighthouse Laundry is powered by family ties |...
    By Debra Feammelli • August 18, 2009 7:28 pm

    Personal life and work careers can intertwine, resulting in unforeseen successes in both. This is the case of a Federal…

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    Head sushi chef
    Sushi highlights the Asian delights at Main Japanese...
    By Debra Feammelli • July 14, 2009 3:35 pm

    Open only nine days, the new Main Japanese Buffet restaurant in Federal Way on Friday, July 10, was filled with…

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    Federal Way WineStyles owner Shanna Watkins (at left) and local store manager Christine Frizzell.
    WineStyles: Courtesy of the reds, whites and booze...
    By Debra Feammelli • June 30, 2009 2:47 pm

    Wine is both a personal and an educational experience, according to Federal Way’s WineStyles owner, Shanna Watkins, a former teacher….

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    Jan and Dale Pool (at left)
    At Federal Way trophy shop, it’s all in...
    By Debra Feammelli • June 16, 2009 1:39 pm

    For more than 20 years, business has been a family affair for the husband and wife team of Dale and…

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    Brothers and business partners Jim Eichholtz (at left) and Bill Eichholtz of New Lumber and Hardware Company in Federal Way continue their father’s lumber and hardware business legacy from 1954.
    Family legacy lives on at New Lumber |...
    By Debra Feammelli • June 2, 2009 2:22 pm

    Times were uncertain for Federal Way business owner Philip Eichholtz when he took a cruise to Australia with his spouse,…

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    Federal Way Farmers Market customers Faye Clerget
    Locavores target Federal Way Farmers Market | Business...
    By Debra Feammelli • May 14, 2009 11:54 pm

    Today and for many Saturdays to come, local consumers will gather at the Federal Way Farmers Market to buy farm…

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    Kimberly DeMile teaches a strength-training routine during a Jazzercise dance fitness class in Federal Way.
    Jazzercise offers fitness with a dose of dancing...
    By Debra Feammelli • April 29, 2009 1:20 pm

    As a younger woman, Kimberly DeMile, owner of the Federal Way Jazzercise franchise, set out to be a television newscaster…

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    Branches Garden Center owners Steve and Sharon Jensen check out the lettuce plants.
    Branches Garden Center offers classes too | Federal...
    By Debra Feammelli • April 17, 2009 1:54 pm

    With the new economy, many people are staying closer to home and spending more time in their garden, said Steve…

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    Ctmgranite co-owner Lorna Chirila
    Ctmgranite’s niche is set in stone | Federal...
    By Debra Feammelli • April 4, 2009 1:00 am

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    Ctmgranite co-owner Lorna Chirila
    By Debra Feammelli • April 3, 2009 2:07 pm

    The possibilities are almost limitless when it comes to covering hard surfaces with stone, said Lorna Chirila, who owns Federal…

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    Hill’s Hallmark assistant manager
    Hill’s Hallmark forges military connection | Federal Way...
    By Debra Feammelli • March 17, 2009 2:32 pm

    Whimsical stuffed “Gotta Hop” bunnies are perched about the warm, cream-colored interior of Hill’s Hallmark Gold Crown as customers enter…

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    New directions in laundry | Federal Way Business Buzz
    New directions in laundry | Federal Way Business...
    By Debra Feammelli • March 3, 2009 6:43 pm

    The new Dash Point Laundry, located in the Dash Point Shopping Center, has gone high-tech with a laundry card system…

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    Suitable attire dresses up the mall | Federal Way Business Buzz
    Suitable attire dresses up the mall | Federal...
    By Debra Feammelli • February 17, 2009 3:50 pm

    Bright colors from lime green to pink, and fabric textures from lace to chiffon, greet visitors to the new J’s…

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    Raise your glass for 99 Bottles’ beer selection | Federal Way Business Buzz
    Raise your glass for 99 Bottles’ beer selection...
    By Debra Feammelli • February 2, 2009 10:40 pm

    A local specialty beer store was recently recognized for its beer selection. KING 5 Evening Magazine announced that 99 Bottles,…

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    Ace Hardware opens second store in Federal Way | Business Buzz
    Ace Hardware opens second store in Federal Way...
    By Debra Feammelli • January 26, 2009 10:52 pm

    A second Ace Hardware store has opened in Federal Way, both owned by John Walker. The first one, Walker Ace…

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    Specialists cover seniors, chiropractic care and taxes | Federal Way Business Buzz
    Specialists cover seniors, chiropractic care and taxes |...
    By Debra Feammelli • December 24, 2008 3:20 pm

    Sheila Goodfellow, a client care coordinator with Federal Way’s Comfort Keepers, has earned the designation of Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)….

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