Names in the News

Sept. 11–12: Aki Matsuri brings Japanese culture to Bellevue

September 30, 2010 By Admin

The Eastside Nihon Matsuri Association’s Aki Matsuri (fall festival) took place at Bellevue Community College’s main campus.

Aug. 19: ING DIRECT USA’s Sharebuilder revitalizes Wing Luke Elementary School

September 30, 2010 By Admin

At its fourth annual Orange Days of Giving, ING DIRECT USA’s Sharebuilder associates helped revitalize Wing Luke Elementary School.

Sept. 28: Ron Chew named new ICHS Foundation executive director

September 30, 2010 By Admin

Ron Chew

Ron Chew has been named the International Community Health Services (ICHS) Foundation’s new executive director.

Sept. 16: InterIm’s Hyeok Kim named to commission for APIs

September 22, 2010 By Admin

Hyeok Kim, executive director of InterIm Community Development Association, is one of several persons appointed to serve on President Barack Obama’s Advisory

Sept. 4–5: Local table tennis team wins at 2010 Berkeley Open

September 22, 2010 By Admin

At the 2010 Berkeley Open during the 2010 JOOLA North American Tour, a tournament that drew table tennis players from many states,

Sept. 11: Omar Lee celebrates 60th birthday with a yacht

September 22, 2010 By Admin

Great Wall Mall and Imperial Garden Restaurant owner and developer Omar Lee celebrated his 60th birthday by inviting 75 friends to his new custom yacht.

Aug. 15: Martha Choe and Qi Lu earn NAAAP awards

September 22, 2010 By Admin

At the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) National Convention in San Francisco, NAAAP’s Seattle chapter placed second in community

Sept. 10: Moon cakes given to seniors to celebrate autumn festival

September 16, 2010 By Admin

Christine Chen, founder and chairperson of the Pacific Asia Pro-Health Foundation, partnered with the Pierce County Chamber of Commerce and the Chinese Cultural Center

Aug. 26: China awards Central Washington University $624,000 education contract

September 16, 2010 By Admin

Central Washington University received a grant of nearly $624,000 from the People’s Republic of China. The grant will allow 25 Chinese students to begin work on graduate degrees

Aug. 23: Rainier Beach Back2School Bash gives away 900 backpacks

September 16, 2010 By Admin

The Back2School Bash was held at Beer Sheva Park in Rainier Beach. The event was organized by Gregory Davis and the Rainier Beach Community Empowerment Commission (RBCEC)