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Governor Inslee Announces Statewide Shutdown of Restaurants, Bars and Recreational Facilities in Response to COVID-19

  According to a statement released by Governor Inslee, greater measures are being taken to protect against COVID-19. “Given the explosion of COVID-19 in our state and globally, I will sign a statewide emergency proclamation tomorrow to temporarily shut down restaurants, bars and entertainment and recreational facilities.” Moving forward, restaurants […]

Coronavirus Has Big Impact on Local Bellevue Businesses and Organizations

The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has taken a big toll on all business in the Puget Sound region. Many companies that have an Eastside presence including Microsoft, Amazon, Google and others have encouraged their employees to work from home during the virus’ outbreak. This has had downstream impacts to the local […]

Performing Arts Center Eastside CEO Resigns

According to an announcement from Performing Arts Center Eastside (PACE), their CEO, Ray Cullom resigned before the end of 2019. Ray was hired as CEO in the spring of 2018. He joined the organization with over 20 years of experience in the commercial and not-for-profit arts industry. The Tateuchi Center […]

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Top 10 Downtown Bellevue Network Articles for 2019

If 2018 was the year of restaurant openings, 2019 was the year of high profile restaurant closures. Additionally, the year has brought promise for new entertainment options, including Forum Social House that was announced mid-year, and opened in mid-December. On the real estate front, Amazon has brought big headlines in […]

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Bravern Office Buildings Sell for $585M

According to public records, the office towers and garage at The Bravern were recently sold for $585 million. The buildings are located at 11025 and 11155 Northeast Eighth Street. Bravern Bellevue LLC sold the towers to Invesco, an investment management company. Bravern Bellevue LLC purchased the office towers from Schnitzer […]

Progress on East Link Light Rail Tunnels Documented

Construction is more than halfway finished on the East Link Light Rail, according to Sound Transit. The project is slated to reach completion in 2023. East Link’s progress has recently been documented. The inside of the light rail tunnel under downtown leading to the Bellevue Downtown Station is currently being […]