Offering below-market-rate loans for the Rainier Valley business community, the Rainier Valley Community Development Fund (RVCDF) continues its role in
Attention: Seattle Center seeking nominations for 2011 Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Award
Seattle Center, in partnership with the Seattle Youth Violence Prevention Initiative, is seeking nominations for young people and youth organizations
The Filipino Community of Seattle celebrates 75 years
On Nov. 6, the Filipino Community of Seattle (FCS) will celebrate its 75th anniversary. Alma Q. Kern is its 27th president.
Sept. 8: Brighton Elementary renamed Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Brighton Elementary School was renamed Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School at a renaming ceremony held at the school. The ceremony was attended by 400 people, including students.
Blog: Jade Buddha and souvenirs
Last week, the Jade Buddha for Universal Peace arrived in Seattle at the Co Lam Pagoda, at the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Way South and South Graham Street.
98118: one of the most diverse zip codes in the country … and it’s right in our own backyard
On any given day, the cacophony of different languages, sight of public art on streets and sidewalks, and wafting smell of cuisines as diverse as the local citizens fill the streets
Washington Muslims meet with lawmakers to discuss Islamophobia and low-income housing
Nearly 500 Washington Muslims met with legislators last month on Martin Luther King Jr. Day as part of the 2010 Washington State Muslims Day at the Capitol.
In Rainier Valley, 85 percent of businesses survive light rail construction
On Aug. 3, the Rainier Valley Community Development Fund (RVCDF) announced the release of a report detailing the success of the Supplemental Mitigation Assistance (SMA) program.
Editorial: Light rail, the wave of the future, but with a few bumps along the way?
The 13.9-mile Central Link light rail that runs from Westlake Station to Tukwila International Boulevard Station opened for service last week on July 18, giving out free rides during its inauguration. Sound Transit is planning an extension of the service all the way to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which will open in December.
Q & A: What is a mortgage loan modification? (and how can it help you?)
The tumultuous housing market has created a feeling of uncertainty for many of today’s homeowners.
Figuring out the available options can be a daunting task, which oftentimes leads to more questions than answers.
With many people out there looking for useful information, help isn’t always readily available.