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 […]
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 […]
Sizzle & Crunch Vietnamese Grill has opened a new location at Amazon’s 1001 Office Towers in Bellevue. The restaurant is located at 10438 Northeast 10th Street, next to The Redd Dog. The fast-casual eatery serves Vietnamese street food using house-made ingredients and a counter-service format. Food is grilled in small […]
Milk Bar, the dessert bakery known for its innovative sweets, officially closed its location at Bellevue Square’s Nordstrom on March 8, 2024. The shop had been in operation since March 2023, marking just under two years at the shopping mall. It was situated on the second level of Nordstrom, adjacent […]
Glowlight Med Spa offers advanced skin and body treatments designed to deliver real results. Specializing in non-invasive aesthetic services, the spa offers laser treatments and injectables, all performed by licensed professionals. Each treatment is tailored to meet individual needs. This month, Glowlight Med Spa is offering exclusive specials: New Client […]
A new art exhibit at the Bellevue Library highlights the history of Japanese American farmers in the area. Called Emerging Radiance, the piece is part of the City of Bellevue’s public art collection and will be on display through at least February 2027. Created by artists Tani Ikeda and Michelle […]
Amazon is deepening its investment in Bellevue’s affordable housing efforts with a new $100 million commitment aimed at expediting development for low-to-moderate income families. The funding, announced during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Spring District BRIDGE Housing Community, will help reduce construction timelines by up to two years, allowing families […]
Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) is back from March 30 through April 12, giving diners an opportunity to enjoy prix fixe menus at restaurants across the greater Seattle area. The bi-annual event offers lunch priced between $20 and $35, while dinner ranges from $50 to $65. SRW celebrates and supports the […]
A new bill moving through the Washington State Legislature could bring passenger-only ferry service to communities across Puget Sound, including Bellevue. House Bill 1923, known as the Mosquito Fleet Act, would establish a grant program to fund the purchase and operation of passenger-only ferries starting July 1, 2025. Sponsored by […]
Brent Stewart is now the president of Quality Food Centers (QFC), the Bellevue-based grocery chain owned by The Kroger Co., according to an announcement made on Twitter. His promotion follows the collapse of Kroger’s $24.6 billion merger with Albertsons Cos., which had left QFC’s future uncertain for two years. Stewart […]
