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Health inspectors give Banning's Restaurant & Pie House a low score

Submitted by Kerry Tomlinson on Tue, 2010-03-09 14:30

Banning's is one of several restaurants profiled in our latest Restaurant Report Card where we check on health department scores to see how local restaurants are faring.

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Make your plans to go to the Chamber's open house Feb. 4

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Fri, 2010-01-29 12:52

Since the Tigard Chamber of Commerce's first open house went so well, there's going to be another one.

From 4-6 p.m. Feb. 4, meet the new CEO, Board Members, and Chamber Members, have some wine, nosh hors d'oeuvres, and participate in a business card drawing. Everyone is invited. Bring business prospects, clients and friends.

Check out the invitation.

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Tigard deli robbed by gunman

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Tue, 2010-01-26 10:29

A Tigard deli was robbed by an armed gunman Monday.

Tigard Police officers were dispatched to Windfall Deli (13815 SW Pacific Highway in Tigard) at approximately 8:30 p.m. Police say the alleged suspect entered the deli, displayed a handgun and demanded money from an employee. He fled the business on foot with an undetermined amount of money. There was one patron in the deli at the time the robbery occurred. No one was injured.

The suspect is described as a white male in his early 20s, approximately 5-foot-7 with a thin build. At the time of the robbery, he was wearing a dark-hooded sweatshirt. 

A K9 track was initiated, but suspect was not found.

Anyone with information which could be helpful to investigators is asked to contact the Tigard Police Department at 503-639-6168.

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Cops hold class for business owners to help prevent robberies

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Wed, 2010-01-20 09:00

Armed robbery is one of the most serious and potentially dangerous crimes facing a variety of businesses within our community.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is offering a training workshop for retail businesses which is designed to reduce the chance of becoming a target for robbery, and increase the likelihood of apprehending these criminals if a robbery does occur.

The key to robbery prevention and avoiding injury during a robbery is to be prepared. Participants will learn about common characteristics and predictors of robbery. They will also learn what to do during and after a robbery, with an emphasis on maintaining their personal safety.

The training is scheduled from 9-11 a.m. Feb.

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A bad showing for a couple of Tigard restaurants

Submitted by Kerry Tomlinson on Tue, 2010-01-19 09:00

Is your favorite place to eat making the grade when it comes to health inspections? In our Restaurant Report Card series, we check it out for you. Here are this week's highs and lows.

Failing Grades

Santorini West in Southwest Portland - 72 (close to failing). The restaurant has flunked several times in the past.

Sinju in Tigard - 70 (one point from failing). This is the second time the restaurant has received a 70 in the past few years.

Courtside Café at The Courts in Beaverton - 58 (flunk).

Well, It's An Improvement

Faith China Restaurant in Tigard - This restaurant failed its inspection in November with a 52. Inspectors returned for the post failing inspection in December and the restaurant failed again with a 62. Now, at last, they barely passed - with a 70.

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The Tigard Chamber of Commerce will host an open house on Jan. 21

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Thu, 2010-01-07 13:21

The Tigard Chamber of Commerce membership drive will kick off with an evening Open House from 5-7 p.m. on Jan. 21.

Come meet the new CEO, board members, and chamber members while you have some wine, nosh hors d'oeuvres and participate in a business card drawing.

Go ahead and fire off an e-mail to the chamber if you'd like to receive a flyer about the Open House.

While at the Open House, you can strengthen your chamber and get visibility, participate in its member to member discount list.

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Bomb threat comes to conclusion at Tigard bank

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Mon, 2009-12-28 17:02

KATU reporter Bob Heye is out at the scene of the bomb threat at a Bank of America in Tigard and is reporting the suspected bomb was boxes of trash marked with a message "bank of America lies" according to initial report from police.

The evacuation of the area has also ended.

Our breaking-news story

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This guy is a rock star -- kind of

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Mon, 2009-12-28 13:36

In a story by Kristen Forbes of The Beaverton Valley Times, it seems that Brendan Hutchins has a flair -- a rock star flair.

Hutchins is the owner of Rockstar Remodel, a Tigard business that specializes in home remodeling.

It sounds like Hutchins is an interesting guy. He's got a background in electrical work, home remodeling work and even has an audio engineering degree.

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An interesting -- and possibly cheaper -- idea for your holiday shopping

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Thu, 2009-12-17 13:47

While you may only think of the major retailers to do your holiday shopping this season, there's another alternative -- and it will likely save you money.

Check out the Tigard Flea Market, which is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Canterbury Square Shopping Center on Hwy 99W at Canterbury Lane.

Check it out and let us know if you get some great deals!

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Get out and make some connections on Dec. 17

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Wed, 2009-12-16 09:00
The Tigard Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking event from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Key Bank in King City on Dec. 17. Join chamber members for a continental breakfast, coffee, conversation and great connections at the event. The event is open to all chamber members and any guests, friends or family, so feel free to stop by and see what this Chamber Member's business is all about. Tigard Chamber members are working together with you to strengthen business in the area.
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