The International Special Review District (ISRD) Board is hosting its annual election of board members. The election will be held by mail-in ballot only. There will be no in-person voting this year.
Ken Sim is mayor of Vancouver, B.C.—First person of color in that role
Ken Sim was elected last month as mayor of Vancouver, British Columbia after campaigning on a platform that prioritized public safety and affordability.
Man with gun robs Pink Gorilla
The Pink Gorilla video game store in the Chinatown-International District was targeted once again on Oct. 24—this time by an armed robber.
AAPI voters, once reserved, now aching to cast ballots
Today, AAPI communities are highly engaged in voting, according to a recent poll commissioned in part by the AAPI Victory Fund.
Huang to join Washington Women Foundation board
The Washington Women Foundation has approved Nikki Lac Huang as one of its new incoming board members.
ACRS Benefit Gala
Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) said it raised $395,631 at the ACRS’s Benefit Gala at MOHAI. Donations were accepted through Oct. 8.
Thai business owner buys Miss Universe for $20 million
A Thai media tycoon and transgender rights advocate has bought the Miss Universe Organization for $20 million, according to her company, which will now host the international beauty pageant.
LIHI presents award
On Oct. 15, Sharon Lee, executive director of Low Income Housing Institute, presented an award to volunteers who help build $1 million worth of tiny houses for homeless families and individuals.
City of Seattle, Harrell detail plan to tackle surge in graffiti
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced on Oct. 27 detailed elements of his One Seattle Graffiti Plan to beautify Seattle and address a surge in graffiti.
Welcome to the world of Tan Dun—Seattle Symphony’s November offering
In a series of caves in northern China are some of the most fascinating and beautiful artworks related to Buddhism of any around the world.