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Alaska Airlines has announced plans to open two new airport lounges, the Alaska Lounge and the Aurora Lounge, at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The move strengthens the carrier's presence at its Seattle hub, where it has been expanding long-haul international flying with its growing fleet of Boeing 787 aircraft. Travel industry watchers see the investment as a bid to court premium passengers.
- 2Washington candidates clash over immigration, inflation and Iran in debate▼Immigration, inflation, Iran: WA candidates for open Congress seat debate
Candidates running for an open congressional seat in Washington state faced off in a debate centered on immigration, inflation and Iran. The Seattle Times covered the forum, which touched on the leading issues in the contest to fill the vacant House seat. The exchange gave voters a direct comparison of the contenders' positions ahead of the election.
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Swedish forward Alexander Wennberg's NHL game log is drawing attention, with people looking up his recent performances and ice time. Wennberg, a playmaking center who has played for Columbus, Seattle and others, remains a talking point among hockey followers following his latest outings. Beyond the interest in his game-by-game statistics, no further details were available.
- 4Seattle business leaders warn weak hiring threatens downtown revival▼Business leaders warn sluggish hiring could stall Seattle’s downtown revival and tax base
Seattle business leaders are warning that slow hiring in the city could undermine the recovery of its downtown core and erode the tax base that funds city services. With fewer employers bringing workers back to the center, leaders fear reduced foot traffic, weaker retail activity and shrinking revenue could stall the area's post-pandemic revival. The warning adds to ongoing debate over return-to-office policies and the city's economic outlook.
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Chihuly Garden and Glass, the Dale Chihuly exhibition at Seattle Center featuring his signature blown-glass sculptures, is the subject of new coverage. The exhibition showcases colorful glass installations displayed both indoors and in an outdoor garden setting, and remains one of Seattle's most visited cultural attractions.
- 6Avatar Financial Group Finances Ohio Retail Center▼Seattle-Based Avatar Financial Group Provides Financing for OH Retail Center
Seattle-based lender Avatar Financial Group has provided financing for a retail center in Ohio, according to Connect CRE. The deal adds to a steady stream of commercial real estate lending activity in the retail sector, where private lenders continue to fund shopping center acquisitions and refinancings as banks remain selective. Terms of the loan and the identities of the borrowers were not disclosed in the report.