In a pivotal moment for the Bellevue Arts Museum (BAM), Kate Casprowiak Scher has stepped down as Executive Director effective December 31, 2024. Her resignation comes four months after the museum’s closure was announced in September 2024, following decades of financial instability. Scher’s tenure at BAM was marked by challenges […]
Walmart has announced the opening of a new office location in Bellevue, specifically designed for its campus associates in the Greater Seattle area. A company spokesperson confirmed the site will be located in the Skyline Tower at 10900 NE 4th Street. This move emphasizes Walmart’s recognition of the Seattle/Bellevue area […]
According to signage on the door of Fogo de Chão, as of January 3, 2025, the restaurant’s liquor license was suspended for the reason of furnishing alcohol to a person under 21 years of age. The liquor license will be reinstated as of January 10, 2025. Until then, “Liquor shall […]
The Seattle Seahawks held their annual rookie dinner at the notable Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi in Bellevue. During this tradition, the team’s rookies cover the cost of the meal. The Seahawks’ bill was shared by defensive tackle Byron Murphy, revealing a total of $38,015, including over $8,000 in tax […]
Zoom, the well-known videoconferencing technology company, is set to lease office space in downtown Bellevue, as indicated by city permits. The company will occupy one floor of the Symetra Center, located on 108th Avenue Northeast. “We chose to locate our newest office in the Seattle area due to the region’s […]
In 2024, Downtown Bellevue experienced significant developments and events that influenced its growth and activity. From celebrity stories to major business changes, these articles highlight important moments in the city. Here is a summary of the top 10 articles that captured public interest this year. 1. Taylor Swift Announces December […]
The Bellevue City Council recently approved three grants totaling more than $2 million to fund safety improvements across the city. These grants will support the Transportation Department’s Vision Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on Bellevue streets by 2030. The focus of these improvements is […]
The City of Bellevue is taking steps to manage parking spaces more effectively in busy areas like Downtown, Wilburton, and BelRed. With more people living and working in these neighborhoods, the demand for curbside parking has increased, and the city is looking for solutions to improve the current situation. One […]
At last week’s City Council meeting, Bellevue officially began updating its Economic Development Plan, which will guide the city’s growth over the next five years. This plan is important for making sure Bellevue remains a top place for jobs and culture on the Eastside, helping it maintain its role as […]
The city of Bellevue has started updating its Affordable Housing Strategy. This year-long effort will revise the plan for creating and preserving affordable housing in the city. The updated strategy sets a goal of adding or preserving 5,700 affordable housing units over the next 10 years. The new target, approved […]
