Twisp mayor Soo Ing-Moody, who helped guide the city through the devastating Washington fires in 2014, was honored at the Women of Valor ceremony held at the Westin Seattle hotel on Nov. 23 and hosted by U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell. The event also featured special guest, the Honorable Sally Jewell, secretary of the U.S. Department […]
Vandana Slatter — First Indian American city councilmember in Bellevue has public service in her DNA
By James Tabafunda Northwest Asian Weekly Bellevue is the fifth-largest city in Washington and, just a few weeks after this month’s election, its city council continues to reflect the 28 percent of citizens who are Asian, the highest share of any city in the state. Vandana Slatter, a biotechnology professional and community leader, won Position […]
Cantwell appoints Caminos State Director
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell has asked Nate Caminos to serve as her State Director. He will be leaving his position at Puget Sound Energy. “It’s been an amazing experience these past two years here at PSE. The company, the leadership, and the work they all do here impressed me before in my desire to be […]
The Wing receives distinction from National Park Service
By Deanna Duff Northwest Asian Weekly The Wing Luke Museum celebrated the Lunar New Year by embarking on a new chapter in its own future. Visiting U.S.
PICTORIAL: Scenes from Election Day
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Northwest Asian Weekly Endorses…
Both gubernatorial candidates have heavily courted the Asian and Asian Pacific community’s support this year. They