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RapidRide K Line

Bellevue Backs RapidRide K Line for Faster Kirkland Transit by 2030

The Bellevue City Council has unanimously backed King County Metro’s plan for the RapidRide K Line, set to launch in 2030. The new transit route aims to improve connectivity between Bellevue and Kirkland, offering faster and more reliable service for commuters. The council’s support will be formalized in a letter […]

Bellevue Farmers Market

Bellevue Farmers Market Announces 2025 Opening Day

The Bellevue Farmers Market (BFM) will open for its 22nd season on Thursday, May 22, operating from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The market, located at 1717 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, will feature a wide range of fresh produce, sustainably raised meats, and artisan products sourced from Washington’s […]

Downtown Bellevue City Skyline With Bellevue Downtown Park

Bellevue Council Opposes State Tax Increases

At its latest meeting, the Bellevue City Council strongly opposed proposed tax increases under consideration by state lawmakers in Olympia, according to a Bellevue Chamber press release. Councilmembers unanimously approved a letter to state legislators, objecting to raising the Business & Occupation (B&O) tax and implementing a statewide payroll excise […]

Jing Mei Elementary School

Bellevue School District Announces Final Revisions to Spending Reduction Plan

Earlier this month, the Bellevue School District Superintendent announced the final revisions to the Spending Reduction Plan Proposal. The district aims to cut $20 million from the budget for the 2025-2026 school year due to rising costs, increased student needs, and insufficient state funding. The objective is to prevent stricter […]

Rouge Cocktail Lounge on Main Street in Bellevue

Rouge Cocktail Lounge in Old Bellevue Announces Closure

Rouge Cocktail Lounge, an entertainment establishment in Old Bellevue, has announced it will permanently close. The final day of operations will be Thursday, March 27. The decision was shared through a statement posted on their Instagram account, where the owners reflected on their journey and expressed gratitude toward their customers. […]