Teens find camaraderie while slinging pies for MOD Pizza
Since the restaurant opened up jobs to teens under 18 last year, students make up more than 50% of the staff, learning life skills and building friendships as they work.
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Dawn Sanders gives back through both volunteering and coaching
A certified life and relationship coach, Sanders contributes to the community on the boards of a variety of local organizations.
Sammamish woman caps 20-year makeover with beauty pageant win
“It took me twenty years to start believing that I am beautiful, and I do not want others to wait that long,” said Meenu Gupta.
HOLIDAY RECIPE: Deep dish fruit pie
A recipe from the Great Depression is still a favorite for this Sammamish family.
HOLIDAY RECIPE: Ice cream cookies
If these cookies are missing from the holiday table, someone in the family will notice.
HOLIDAY RECIPE: Scottish shortbread
This recipe is more than 100 years old, and was passed down to Lisa Jensen from her husband’s side of the family.
New pet shop fulfills booming demand for grooming
Purewag, a new pet store and grooming salon, opens this week in Pine Lake Village.
Dog groomer shortage hits Sammamish hard
With pandemic-induced demand spiking and a labor shortage among groomers, pet owners are waiting several months for an appointment.
Sammamish residents struggle as COVID-19 hits relatives in India
Many have felt tremendous anxiety and stress as they try to coordinate care for sick relatives.
How Orange Theory handles my health, safety, and fitness
After her go-to gym, Orange Theory, finally opened, Richa Thakur observes how different the post-pandemic experience is as she pushes herself to get back in shape.