Tri-Citians need a little more cake.That’s what Julie Zirker believes.She’s the co-owner of the first Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise in the Tri-Cities.It’s opening at 110 Gage Blvd., Suite 200, in Richland at the end of June.“We need a little more joy and a little more cake. They’re interchangeable,” she said.Zirker...
Jeramy SchultzJeramy Schultz was trained to be a fighter during his five years in the Marine Corps.Ever since, the Richland High School graduate has used those skills to battle the day-to-day skirmishes that a small businessman needs to overcome to be successful.For Schultz, who has been in the kettle corn...
It might be easy to think of Steve Carroll as the protector of pets once you hear his story.After all, his research of dog and cat food helps keep those pets healthy.The co-owner of Kennewick’s Paw’s Natural Pet Emporium says it’s all about the animals and the customers.“I’m essentially paid...
A small shop in the Uptown Shopping Center helps customers create their own signature scent.Shannon Franklin is a fragrance alchemist who offers custom fragrances as a way to “help our customers to express their uniqueness while indulging in a bit of luxury,” she said.She opened Atomic Alchemy at 226 Williams...
Installing unique, shiny granite surfaces is The Granite Guy’s specialty.The family-owned company, located just upriver from the cable bridge in Pasco, has been in business for 10 years.“We basically do anything: kitchens, bathroom, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces,” said Irving Ortega.He, his wife Cassandra, and his brother Omar, own The Granite Guy...
The words scrawled on the walls after a smashing session at Take A Break in Kennewick show the catharsis.“Women Veteran Approved.”“It’s OK to Not Be OK.”“Know Your Worth.”“Cancer Sucks.”“Breathe In, Breathe Out, Swing.”Brigette Rose hatched the idea for Take A Break last summer, saying what the area needed was a...
A Kennewick business that frequently sells out of its tasty, doughy treats lives up to its name.Popular Donuts at 101 N. Union St. serves up daily a variety of shapes and unique flavors, frequently selling out toward week’s end.“All hours listed are until sold out,” it warns on its Facebook...
There came a time during the pandemic when Jubert and Theresa Javonillo knew they had to save their restaurant, Dagupan Grill, in Kennewick.“At the beginning of the pandemic, it was really scary,” Theresa said. “We had to shut down. It was like a nightmare. So we were really scared in...
A California couple sold their home and moved to the Tri-Cities to open an electric bike shop in Richland.The empty nesters wanted a new adventure after their daughters grew up and left home, so they began scouting places to launch a Pedego e-bike franchise.Troy and Erin Franzen had never been...
Kennewick’s Jordan DeVoir absolutely loves baseball.He loves everything about it. Playing it. Coaching it. Watching it.But perhaps making baseball products is where he’ll make his biggest mark in the game.DeVoir founded DeVo Bat Company in 2008. He makes wooden baseball bats for players ages 10 up to adults.Give him a...
