July/August 2024
Seattle’s Society Spotlight
Who’s who in the social circuit
Seattle's cultural calendar is packed with significant events that highlight the city's dynamic arts and philanthropic spirit. The Seattle Opera marked its 60th anniversary with a grand event showcasing its rich history. The American Lung Association Outstanding Mother Awards honored exceptional mothers making a difference in their communities...
Adrian Diaz Out As Seattle Police Chief
Twenty-seven-year SPD veteran held the post for almost four years
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has reassigned Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz. The move comes as the department faces several legal challenges. Diaz was officially named chief of police by Mayor Bruce Harrell in September 2022 after he had served as interim chief since the summer of 2020, replacing Carmen Best. Harrell said former King County…
The Museum of Flight’s New Exhibit Explores Life in Orbit
The Museum of Flight’s New Exhibit Highlights the Wonder of Living in Space
The Museum of Flight’s immersive new exhibition, Home Beyond Earth, goes to the heart of living in a place somewhere between Earth and Moon. With a focus on space stations past, present and future, Home Beyond Earth visualizes our orbital dreams and accomplishments with large digital projections and more than 50 artifacts, models, space-flown objects and uniforms. To…
PCF Wins Prestigious Remodeler’s Award
PCF Construction Group nabs awards for excellence and integrity
People Come First (PCF) Construction Group has been building dream outdoor living spaces for homeowners across the Pacific Northwest for more than 15 years. The Kent-based builder was named National Remodeler of the Year by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in 2023, and a National Finalist in 2024. “Receiving the Remodeler of the…
Empower & Transform: The Ultimate Strength Training Revolution for Women
Why strength training offers numerous benefits
Strength training extends far beyond physical benefits, offering a powerful conduit for empowerment. Lifting weights builds more than just muscle — it cultivates confidence and resilience that permeate every facet of life. Women who engage in strength training report feeling...
Zillow: Seattle Remains a ‘Strong Seller’s’ Market
Home prices are on the rise. Price cuts are not.
Zillow says Seattle remains a “strong seller’s” market, as do 29 of the 50 largest metro areas across the United States. The report notes that inventory and new listings are up significantly in both Seattle and the United States in the past year.
UW President: ‘A Range of Opinions’ on Encampment Deal
Ana Mari Cauce: ‘Some people are upset’
Some praised University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce for brokering a deal Friday to end the pro-Palestinian encampment on the UW campus. Others thought the university gave up too much. Many students said it wasn’t a “real win,” and vowed to continue advocating for change...