The blogger, Globe Trotter Travel, who has over 60,000 followers on social media, recently visited Washington on a mission to name the top ten magical winter destinations in the state. They highlighted Bellevue as being a must-visit place during winter months. According to the blog, “A perfect alternative providing big-city […]
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2023 Wintergrass Festival in Downtown Bellevue to Begin Feb 23rd
The Wintergrass Festival is coming back to Bellevue from February 23rd through February 26th. It will be taking place at both Hyatt Regency Bellevue and The Westin Bellevue. The concert will be exploring the world of Torch and Twang, according to the website. It will feature Americana and bluegrass singers […]
Famous Chef to Open Peruvian Restaurant in Vulcan’s Office Tower on 106th Ave NE
Vulcan Real Estate recently announced that La Mar, a Peruvian restaurant, has leased space at Vulcan Real Estate’s West Main property in Downtown Bellevue. The eatery will be situated on the ground floor at 117 106th Avenue Northeast. La Mar is known for its acclaimed cuisine of celebrity chef Gastón […]
Eight-Story Mixed-Use Residential Project Submitted for Design Review Approval on 103rd Ave NE
A new mixed-use project is being planned for 15 103rd Avenue Northeast. The plan for the development, North of Main, has been submitted for design review to the City of Bellevue. The new development is an eight-story mixed use residential building with 140 apartment units. 11,000 square feet of space […]
Uwajimaya to Undergo Remodel Beginning Mid-February
Uwajimaya, the Asian market and grocery store, located in Bellevue, is going to be remodeled beginning mid-February. It is located at 699 120th Avenue Northeast. Construction will take place in phases throughout the store to allow them to remain open during the remodel. Some of the affected spaces include an […]
Bubble Tea Shop, ChiCha San Chen, Now Open in Bellevue
A new bubble tea shop is now open in downtown Bellevue, ChiCha San Chen. It is located at 308 105th Avenue Northeast. Their menu includes drinks from their Taro Collection, peach collection, tea with coffee, pure tea, tea with honey, tea with mango, tea with passion fruit, tea with lemon […]
Bellevue School District Chooses 3 Elementaries to be Considered for Consolidation
The Bellevue School District’s board met today to discuss the consolidation of three out of seven elementary schools in Bellevue. The intention is to stabilize elementary enrollment, as it has greatly declined. The schools that were up for discussion included Ardmore, Eastgate, Enatai, Phantom Lake, Sherwood Forest, Woodridge, and Wilburton. […]
Bellevue Honors Black History Month with Historical Performances
According to the City of Bellevue, in recognition of Black History Month, Bellevue will be featuring a unique type of performance art showcasing the struggle for racial equity during the civil rights movement in the 1960s. The city is partnering with Living Voices, which combines live performance with audio/video, visual […]
Sales Begin at 6-Story Condo Building, GIS Plaza on 109th Ave NE
Sales recently began for the luxury condominium building, GIS Plaza. It is the only condo community offering completed new construction homes in the area this year. The property is located at 930 109th Avenue Northeast. GIS Plaza is a 6-story mixed-use development featuring a boutique 16 home condominium community called […]
Enrollment Decline Could Result in Closure of 3 Bellevue Elementary Schools
According to an email sent out by the Bellevue School District, a presentation was made in January to the Bellevue School Board to consolidate three of the seven elementary schools to stabilize elementary enrollment. The schools that have experienced the greatest enrollment decline to date include Ardmore, Eastgate, Enatai, Phantom […]