Trailblazing Women
Resilience. Determination. Self belief.
These 10 women embrace challenges as opportunities, demonstrate courage in the face of adversity, and stay true to their values while breaking barriers. These are their stories of persistence and progress. Arts Dr. Joan Sung – Author, speaker Johnaye Kendrick – Grammy Award-winning professor of music at Cornish College of the Arts Tariqa Waters –…
Hidden in Plain Sight: The Local 104
The Local 104 is doing wood-fired pizza, housemade ice cream, and craft beer — served by some longtime Seattle restaurateurs
When I was a student at Cornish College of the Arts in the late ’90s, still learning what I liked about food, I was deeply in love with a restaurant called 611 Supreme. On East Pine Street between Belmont and Boylston, 611 Supreme was a dreamy French-ish bistro of my never-traveled-anywhere teenage dreams: shabby chic…
Trailblazing Women: Melinda French Gates
Founder of Pivotal, co-founder of the Gates Foundation, and author of The Moment of Lift and The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward
Shortly after my first book came out in 2019, an interviewer asked me: “Who or what is the greatest love of your life?” I answered in a heartbeat. “It’s an unbreakable tie between the foundation we started, the man I started it with, and the three children we have together.” The version of me who…
SponsoredUPrep Prioritizes Student Wellness
Comprehensive mental health support programs focus on well-being
At UPrep, a 6–12 private school in Seattle’s Wedgwood neighborhood, student wellness is central to its academic program. Each of its 705 students benefit from a robust student support program. Students have easy access to mental health support. Each grade is paired with a counselor who supports them throughout their UPrep years, fostering lasting relationships….
SponsoredA Tropical Reef in the Pacific Northwest
The Seattle Aquarium’s new Ocean Pavilion is now open
Dreading the return of “the Big Dark”? Great news: The Seattle Aquarium has you covered with the opening of its Ocean Pavilion expansion. It’s dedicated to the tropical reef ecosystems of the Coral Triangle, an area in the western Pacific so rich in marine biodiversity that it’s been called “the Amazon of the ocean.” This…
Costco Limits Gold Bar Buys
Issaquah warehouse retailer began selling the bars two years ago
If you’re thinking of adding gold to your financial portfolio during a time of economic uncertainty, don’t plan on making a big buy at Costco. The popular Issaquah-based warehouse retailer just put a limit on gold bar purchases. Costco began selling gold bars in 2023. It’s estimated that the company sells more than $100 million…
Trailblazing Women: Alesha Washington
President and CEO, Seattle Foundation
I grew up in Cleveland, where “grit” is a way of life. It’s the steel-forged resilience of a city that has seen its share of hardship. It’s a place where economic and political power is complicated by poverty, demanding that residents have incredible fortitude to survive. My life and work today are the result of…
Support Local, Savor Global Right Here in Seattle
Intentionalist looks to ‘Amplify’ businesses in the Chinatown-International District
A number of iconic and longstanding restaurants in the Chinatown- International District (CID) have closed within the last year. Social entrepreneur Laura Clise is looking to stem the tide collaborating with community partners to launch Amplify, a campaign to support and sustain 35 small businesses in the historic neighborhood. The campaign kicks off in the throes of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific…
Fave Five: Easing Into Summer
Pandas, Juneteenth, and the flavors of Spain
Seattle summer doesn’t arrive all at once — it trickles in, a little ore light here, a slightly warmer evening there. We’re not all the way in, but we’re close enough to start making plans. 1. Panda Fest I don’t usually trust anything with a mascot, but I’ll make an exception for the giant inflatable…
Restaurant Roundup: Experimental Pizza, Fundraiser Dinners, Skyline Views
Pioneer Square gets its first rooftop bar
The food scene in Seattle is fast-paced, and in the age of instant gratification the attention often shines on what’s fresh. But everyone has that favorite diamond in the rough, where the menu has been phenomenal for decades and the service feels like home, even though the appearance could use a little polish. That’s where…
The Pulse: May Keeps Ghosting Us
Crabby Dogs are back and Barbie hits the symphony
It’s warm. It’s cold. There’s rain. The sun is out. Spring is strange no matter where you are, but especially here — where the moment the sun blinks at us, we’re in flip-flops at Green Lake. My kids are already in shorts. I’m still turning on the heater every morning and wearing sweaters. Welcome to…
Women Filmmakers Take Center Stage at SIFF
The 51st festival runs through May 25
The Seattle International Film Festival, now in its 51st edition, is breaking the filmmaking world’s notoriously sexist mold. More than half of the 245 films to be screened during the festival feature filmmakers who are female or nonbinary identifying. The festival kicked off Thursday night at The Paramount Theatre with a gala party and screening of Four Mothers, a…
Trailblazing Women: Dr. Joan Sung
Author, speaker
It wasn’t until I was in my early 30s that I realized I am the quintessential bias interrupter. I grew up being described as “rebellious” and “stubborn.” As an adult, I began renaming myself as “outspoken” and “assertive.” Indignance was in my blood as a hot-headed (excuse me, passionate) Korean American daughter of immigrants. I…
Must List: Six Fun Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Street fair season and movie hopping
Hey Seattle, can you feel summer in the air? It’s still chilly, but that might actually be the sun showing up. Our new issue is all about Trailblazing Women and we’re kicking it off with Melinda French Gates. Hungry? Head up north to The Local 104. The ricotta fritters are incredible. There’s still time to…
Baby Bears, Sick Dogs, And A Mission To Help Animals
How PAWS helps make Seattle among the most pet-friendly cities in the nation
Several years ago, during a string of 95-degree days, we bought a kiddie pool to lounge in while sipping cocktails. That lasted half of one afternoon. Thirsty raccoons began hovering around the small backyard pool, even when we were in it. They became bolder, and we abandoned our plan. No way were we about to…
SponsoredThe Home For The Sleepers Of Seattle For 53 Years
For more than 50 years, our goal has been to improve the lives of our customers by responsibly promoting durable, quality, earth-friendly products for the home. We source, sell, and act with integrity, striving always to provide unmatched service. Designed For Sustainability Bedrooms & More focuses on two-sided flippable mattresses, providing both investment value and…
SponsoredRancho La Puerta: A Sanctuary For Holistic Health
Unwind at This Luxurious Wellness Retreat
Rancho La Puerta is known as the original wellness resort in North America. Founded in 1940 by husband-and-wife Edmond and Deborah Szekely, “The Ranch,” as it’s come to be known, was espousing the importance of holistic living decades before its time. The foundational principles of living a well-balanced life that started The Ranch — emphasizing…
Reading the Economic Fault Lines
Washington’s recession anxiety leads the nation
Washington residents are Googling recession-related terms more than anyone else in the country. A new study from Techr, an online HR platform, ranked states based on Google searches like “Trump recession 2025,” “are we in a recession 2025,” and “layoffs 2025.” Washington tops the list with 56.33 searches per 100,000 residents — more than 200%…
A Quiet Force: Tasha the Sloth Bear Remembered
The Woodland Park Zoo loses a beloved matriarch
Woodland Park Zoo has said goodbye to a very important grandma. Tasha, a 20-year-old sloth bear known for her beautiful coat, hazel eyes, and love of cinnamon, was humanely euthanized after being diagnosed with advanced cancer. She had recently shown signs of rapidly declining health, including lethargy and loss of appetite, prompting an urgent exam….
Counter Culture: Burien Fish House
Don’t be deceived by this restaurant’s humble appearance
Nestled in a small strip mall in an industrial corner of Burien, the Burien Fish House may not look like much from the outside, but don’t let its unassuming location fool you. This restaurant serves all the classic fish house fare — fish and chips, clam chowder, calamari, and one of the best places in…
BECU Scores Naming Rights For Storm Performance Center
The $64 million practice facility will be known as the BECU Center for Basketball Performance
Credit union BECU has secured the naming rights for the Seattle Storm’s basketball facility. The $64 million facility in Seattle’s Interbay neighborhood will now be known as the BECU Storm Center for Basketball Performance. The center opened in April 2024. The Storm says the deal is the first for an independently owned WNBA team. The…
SponsoredGet Cozy in Oregon’s Tualatin Valley
Enjoy the bounty of a unique and beautiful destination this fall
During the fall months, Oregon’s Tualatin Valley becomes a sanctuary of comfort and tranquility. Nestled among rolling hills and lush vineyards, the valley takes on a special charm during “Cozy Season.” Cozy Season in Tualatin Valley is about embracing the art of slow living. It’s a time to disconnect from the fast pace of modern…
SponsoredGables Queen Anne
Images courtesy of Gables Queen Anne Awaiting you in the heart of Queen Anne is the inspired lifestyle of Gables Queen Anne with unparalleled views and most importantly, a community created for you. Imagine yourself living in this upscale space with all the conveniences you need within walking distance. Our community provides well-designed high-end finishes…
Restaurant Roundup: Experimental Pizza, Fundraiser Dinners, Skyline Views
Pioneer Square gets its first rooftop bar
The food scene in Seattle is fast-paced, and in the age of instant gratification the attention often shines on what’s fresh. But everyone has that favorite diamond in the rough, where the menu has been phenomenal for decades and the service feels like home, even though the appearance could use a little polish. That’s where…
Hidden in Plain Sight: The Local 104
The Local 104 is doing wood-fired pizza, housemade ice cream, and craft beer — served by some longtime Seattle restaurateurs
When I was a student at Cornish College of the Arts in the late ’90s, still learning what I liked about food, I was deeply in love with a restaurant called 611 Supreme. On East Pine Street between Belmont and Boylston, 611 Supreme was a dreamy French-ish bistro of my never-traveled-anywhere teenage dreams: shabby chic…
Counter Culture: Burien Fish House
Don’t be deceived by this restaurant’s humble appearance
Nestled in a small strip mall in an industrial corner of Burien, the Burien Fish House may not look like much from the outside, but don’t let its unassuming location fool you. This restaurant serves all the classic fish house fare — fish and chips, clam chowder, calamari, and one of the best places in…
Restaurant Roundup: Beer, Spanish Cuisine, and Farm to Table Trails
Here’s what was served up recently in the Emerald City
Have you heard about the Seattle pizza chain taking its crust across the country? Following a deal with Kroger, Tutta Bella’s SODO facility has turned up the heat, producing more than 10,000 Neapolitan-style pies, pastas, and fresh salads a day to ship to 1,200 stores in 40 states. Go ahead, take another slice of Seattle…
Costco Limits Gold Bar Buys
Issaquah warehouse retailer began selling the bars two years ago
If you’re thinking of adding gold to your financial portfolio during a time of economic uncertainty, don’t plan on making a big buy at Costco. The popular Issaquah-based warehouse retailer just put a limit on gold bar purchases. Costco began selling gold bars in 2023. It’s estimated that the company sells more than $100 million…
Trailblazing Women: Alesha Washington
President and CEO, Seattle Foundation
I grew up in Cleveland, where “grit” is a way of life. It’s the steel-forged resilience of a city that has seen its share of hardship. It’s a place where economic and political power is complicated by poverty, demanding that residents have incredible fortitude to survive. My life and work today are the result of…
Support Local, Savor Global Right Here in Seattle
Intentionalist looks to ‘Amplify’ businesses in the Chinatown-International District
A number of iconic and longstanding restaurants in the Chinatown- International District (CID) have closed within the last year. Social entrepreneur Laura Clise is looking to stem the tide collaborating with community partners to launch Amplify, a campaign to support and sustain 35 small businesses in the historic neighborhood. The campaign kicks off in the throes of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific…
Fave Five: Easing Into Summer
Pandas, Juneteenth, and the flavors of Spain
Seattle summer doesn’t arrive all at once — it trickles in, a little ore light here, a slightly warmer evening there. We’re not all the way in, but we’re close enough to start making plans. 1. Panda Fest I don’t usually trust anything with a mascot, but I’ll make an exception for the giant inflatable…
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Food appeals to environmentally conscious fans
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Washington leads the nation in searches for a path to Ireland
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For expert guidance to this magical corner of France, begin the journey at a wine shop in South Park
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SponsoredRancho La Puerta: A Sanctuary For Holistic Health
Unwind at This Luxurious Wellness Retreat
Rancho La Puerta is known as the original wellness resort in North America. Founded in 1940 by husband-and-wife Edmond and Deborah Szekely, “The Ranch,” as it’s come to be known, was espousing the importance of holistic living decades before its time. The foundational principles of living a well-balanced life that started The Ranch — emphasizing…
A Stroll Through Old & New D.C.
Washington, D.C., is always full of surprises
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Bellingham, Whatcom County Grapple with Plummeting Tourism
Visits from Canada are down about 30%
The city of Bellingham is just one of the many victims of the political turmoil roiling the United States right now. Dylan Deane-Boyle is on the front lines of it. Deane-Boyle has served as president and CEO of Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism for more than two years. He watched with apprehension as President Trump first talked…
A Seattle Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Shop local and make her day even sweeter
I go through a lot of phases as a mom. When my kids were babies, all I wanted on Mother’s Day was to be alone, and my husband was left with any baggage the request created. These days, I’m looking for a chill family day — maybe a hike with some sandwiches I don’t have…
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A Bellevue wedding, 27 years in the making
A chance meeting. A long love story. One unforgettable night. Randy Gantenbein, who once managed Paul Allen’s properties and has spent decades in hospitality, and Ernie Vigil, a Navy veteran and longtime nurse, first met in a San Diego Starbucks on Easter Sunday. Randy was sipping coffee and flipping through his horoscope. “It said, ‘You’ll…
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Seattle’s free therapy program meets teens where they are — on their phones
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Heartbeat: I Have My Escape. What’s Yours?
My post-election trauma has me seeking solace in anything but the news
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Peter Tomozawa: World Cup Baller Elevates Seattle, ep. 2
Peter Tomozawa, CEO of the Seattle World Cup organizing committee, chats about how Seattle snagged the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He discusses the hustle of local leaders, the importance of community support, and how the event will benefit the entire region.
Peter Tomozawa: World Cup Baller Elevates Seattle, ep. 1
Peter Tomozawa is the CEO of the Seattle World Cup Organizing Committee, responsible for readying our city for the biggest show in the world. He was also the prior president of the Seattle Sounders, and has had one of the most fascinating business careers spanning the globe. Join us as he tells us why Seattle should take center stage.
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SponsoredRancho La Puerta: A Sanctuary For Holistic Health
Unwind at This Luxurious Wellness Retreat
Rancho La Puerta is known as the original wellness resort in North America. Founded in 1940 by husband-and-wife Edmond and Deborah Szekely, “The Ranch,” as it’s come to be known, was espousing the importance of holistic living decades before its time. The foundational principles of living a well-balanced life that started The Ranch — emphasizing…
SponsoredGables Queen Anne
Images courtesy of Gables Queen Anne Awaiting you in the heart of Queen Anne is the inspired lifestyle of Gables Queen Anne with unparalleled views and most importantly, a community created for you. Imagine yourself living in this upscale space with all the conveniences you need within walking distance. Our community provides well-designed high-end finishes…
SponsoredThe Home For The Sleepers Of Seattle For 53 Years
For more than 50 years, our goal has been to improve the lives of our customers by responsibly promoting durable, quality, earth-friendly products for the home. We source, sell, and act with integrity, striving always to provide unmatched service. Designed For Sustainability Bedrooms & More focuses on two-sided flippable mattresses, providing both investment value and…
SponsoredCitydog! Club: More wiggle in the wag!
All images courtesy of Citydog! Club Citydog! offers dog daycare, dog boarding, dog grooming and fun! The Club is perfect for dogs of all shapes and sizes that want to play and hang with the gang. Citydog! Club daycare will give dogs what they need and love – socialization, play, naps, and exercise,…