Purrfect Pals Marks 20 Years of Prison Cat Foster Program

The Arlington, WA cat sanctuary celebrates two decades of its Monroe Corrections Kitten and Cat Connections program, which has helped more than 1,100 cats find

For 20 years, this remarkable program has demonstrated what can happen when compassion, patience and second chances come together.”

— Purrfect Pals

ARLINGTON, WA, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary and Adoption Centers is marking a significant milestone: 20 years of its Monroe Corrections Kitten and Cat Connections program. The Arlington, Washington organization launched the program in January 2006, when it delivered its first litter of

Northbound I-405 closure in Kirkland expected to cause major delays Aug. 28-31

KIRKLAND – People traveling through Kirkland along the I-405 corridor should prepare for significant delays the weekend of Aug. 28-31, as crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation make progress on the I-405/Northeast 85th Street Interchange and Inline BRT Station Project.

Northbound I-405 closure in Kirkland

All lanes of northbound I-405 will close from Northeast 70th Place to Northeast 85th Street

Ready, set, road trip: WSDOT offers Labor Day weekend travel tools and tips

OLYMPIA – Labor Day weekend will bring lots of travel and congestion to state highways, waterways, at state airports and along pedestrian trails.

The Washington State Department of Transportation urges travelers to plan ahead, stay alert and give themselves extra time to get to their destinations. WSDOT has Labor Day weekend travel charts to help people beat the rush as well as other tools and tips to make all types of travel easier. 

The charts highlight the best and worst times to travel on key state highways most prone to

Ukrainian American Community Prepares to Mark 35th Anniversary of Ukraine's Independence at Seattle Center - August 29th

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Day-long Ukrainian Independence celebration features Eurovision medalist alyona alyona, Ukrainian food, culture, and humanitarian efforts

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Ukrainian Association of Washington State (UAWS) invites members of the public to join the celebration of the 35th Anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence, featuring Eurovision medalist alyona alyona, on August 29, 2026 at 12:00pm - 10:00pm PT at the Mural

Severn Named National Player of the Week

Zag junior scored four goals in season-opening win

SPOKANE, Wash. – Following her four-goal season-opening game performance, the Bulldogs' Amelia Severn was named the Intercollegiate Women's Soccer Organization for Coaches (IWSOC) National Player of the Week Thursday.

The IWSOC announced the inaugural recipients of the IWSOC Weekly National Awards,

Veeam Named a Champion in Omdia’s 2026 Global Managed Backup and Disaster Recovery Leadership Matrix

Veeam recognized in the highest category for its strong partner ecosystem, leadership, portfolio competitiveness and market performance

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Veeam® Software, the Data and AI Trust Company, today announced it has been named a Champion – the highest category awarded – in the latest Omdia Global Managed Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR) Leadership Matrix. The Omdia Leadership Matrix evaluates vendors that play an integral role in driving backup and

Verasonics Appoints New Senior Vice President, Research & Development

KIRKLAND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Verasonics, Inc. announced today the appointment of Richard Van Bibber, Ph.D., as senior vice president of research & development. In this role, Van Bibber will

Terreno Realty Corporation Acquires Property in Redmond, WA for $8.0 Million

BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terreno Realty Corporation (NYSE:TRNO), an acquirer, owner and operator of industrial real estate in six major coastal U.S. markets, acquired an industrial property located in Redmond, Washington on August 19, 2026 for a purchase price of approximately $8.0 million.

The property consists of one industrial distribution building containing approximately

LEO.space Launches Free Platform for Tracking Satellites, Space Weather and Amateur Radio Activity

LEO.space brings satellite tracking, orbital data, amateur radio resources, space weather and educational tools together in one free, easy-to-use destination

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Thousands of satellites are orbiting overhead, but discovering what they are, where they are

Vantage Circle Wins Gold at Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards 2026

Vantage Circle and its enterprise clients secure Gold across the Talent Management category

Winning Gold at the Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards 2026 is a milestone we are deeply proud of, yet its real significance lies in who we share it with”

— Partha Neog, CEO and Co-founder at Vantage Circle

WA, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Vantage Circle, a global employee recognition & wellness platform, has been honored with multiple Gold awards at the prestigious Brandon

Virtú Investments Acquires Collins on Pine Apartments

Collins on Pine Apartments with Downtown Seattle Skyline View

76-Unit Multifamily Community with Retail in Seattle's Capitol Hill Neighborhood

Collins on Pine is exactly the kind of asset we can add unique value in. With our in-house operational expertise and the renovations we're planning, we can create a true sense community for residents.”

— Erik Reif, Virtú's Senior Director of Acquisitions

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Virtú Investments ("Virtú"), a vertically integrated multifamily investment manager of nearly 30 years, today

LifeScienceHistory.com Release E-history Spotlight In Support of Immunization Awareness Month

LifeScienceHistory.com, where history is made daily

Life-Saving Vaccines Save Lives

Earth is a Rock, Let the DNA Mold Me

LSH's E-history Spotlight reinforces the importance of immunizations with historical references from military use and vaccine approvals, to new discoveries.

Getting your required vaccinations is more important than ever today given the monumental changes and challenges impacting our nation’s healthcare.”

— Phil Ness

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- (Seattle, Washington, Aug. 19, 2026) LifeScienceHistory.com (LSH) announces the release of its E-history Spotlight this month shining light on Immunization Awareness Month.

”Getting your required vaccinations is

America’s First Indoor Climbing Gym Invests in the Next Generation of Climbers

Vertical World Seattle's New Bouldering Gym

Vertical World’s new 50,000-square-foot Seattle climbing gym expands bouldering and creates the nation’s largest youth-only climbing facility.

Seattle has always been a climbing city, and we’ve watched generations of climbers grow up inside our gyms”

— Rich Johnston

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SEATTLE, Wash. — Aug. 19, 2026 — As the popularity of bouldering and youth climbing programs continues to grow, Vertical World, America’s first indoor climbing

Milliman names Jim Fulton next CEO

Fulton to assume CEO role in October after 11 years as CFO

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Milliman, Inc., a leading global actuarial and consulting firm, today announced that Jim Fulton has been named Milliman’s next Chief Executive Officer. Fulton has served as Milliman’s Chief Financial Officer since 2015 and has been a leader driving the firm’s organic growth and M&A strategy.

“I’ve seen how our talent and commitment to clients continue to be our differentiator. I’m looking forward to helping shape Milliman’s future as we continue to grow and evolve.” -Jim Fulton

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Beyond Ride Strengthens Student Transportation Safety With Fleet-Wide Monitoring

What's Really Happening Inside Student Vehicles? Beyond Ride's Safety System Explained

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Beyond Ride NEMT VAN Vehicle

Driver monitoring framework provides schools in Tacoma, Kitsap County and Pierce County with greater visibility into transportation operations

TACOMA, WA, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- School districts vetting transportation providers typically look at driver credentials, vehicle inspection records, insurance coverage, and

Naturfurn Launches a 16-in-1 Smart Sit-Stand Workspace System Designed for Every Mode of Your Day

The innovative workspace system combines a three-tier design, built-in storage, smart lighting, and flexible solutions for work, creativity, and entertainment.

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Naturfurn today announced the launch of the Naturfurn 16-in-1 Smart Sit-Stand Workspace System, an all-in-one smart workstation designed for

Remodeling Older King County Homes May Trigger Significant Code Compliance Upgrades During Permitted Projects

Official company logo for Final Touch Construction LLC, a licensed general contracting company serving King and Snohomish counties.

Behind-the-scenes view of Final Touch Construction LLC handling an active commercial exterior remodel and siding installation project.

Finished exterior renovation showcasing professional siding and woodwork by Final Touch Construction LLC.

Completed siding and trim installation project showcasing quality craftsmanship by Final Touch Construction LLC.

Multi-story exterior home addition and siding project managed by Final Touch Construction LLC.

Planning a remodel in King County? Learn how older homes can trigger unexpected building code, structural, and energy upgrades during permitting.

Every project is different; understanding code rules early helps owners build realistic budgets and timelines.”

— Jose Lima Ramos

TUKWILA, WA, UNITED STATES, August 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Homebuyers purchasing older single-family homes throughout King County may encounter additional construction costs when

Colleague AI, University of Washington Partner With AiEDU and School Districts on NSF-funded Educator AI Initiative

Collaboration Marks National Effort to Lead Educator AI Training in AI Competency, Tool Proficiency, Pedagogy, and Ethics

The more education service centers, school districts, and educators that join us, the further that reach extends.”

— Dr. Min Sun, CEO and Co-founder

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Colleague AI, the research-backed K-12 AI infrastructure platform developed with the AmplifyLearn.AI national AI research center at the University of Washington College of Education,

Resources Available for Eastern Washington Veterans Impacted by the August 2026 Wildfires

The devastating wildfires impacting Spokane County have displaced families, damaged homes, and disrupted lives across our community. As emergency response efforts continue, veterans and their families should know that dedicated support and resources are available to help them navigate this difficult time.

The Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is sharing local, state, and

Mayor Wilson Asks City’s Inspector General to Review Public Information Response Following Bite of Seattle Shooting

Mayor Katie Wilson has requested that the Office of Inspector General conduct an independent after-action review of the flow of public information following the July 26 mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle. 

The review will examine the timeline of public communications following the shooting,

Seattle Invited to “Show Up, Seattle!” for Annual Citywide Day of Service, Register to Host Volunteer Projects

Seattle Department of Neighborhoods invites residents of Seattle to save the date for Show Up, Seattle!, Seattle’s annual citywide day of service, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

As the Department of Neighborhoods celebrates 35 years of partnering with communities

New Bellevue Showroom Brings Professional-Grade Motion Simulation to the Pacific Northwest

A driver experiences the DDX Precision simulator at the new Driven DynamiX showroom in Bellevue, Washington, where enthusiasts and track-day drivers can explore legendary cars and circuits through immersive motorsport simulation.

Driven DynamiX opens a new showroom on Bellevue’s Auto Row, the region's luxury automotive district.

BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Driven DynamiX has opened a new showroom in Bellevue, Washington, giving drivers,

AndaSeat Positions Upgraded Kaiser 4 Around Adaptable Support for Hybrid College Study

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AndaSeat Positions Upgraded Kaiser 4 Around Adaptable Support for Hybrid College Study

SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- AndaSeat has opened its 2026 Back-to-School Campaign, running from August 5 through August 30 and including reductions of up to $180 across

For Firefighters on 24-Hour Shifts, Avenue Dental Care North Spokane Offers a Same-Day Option

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Avenue Dental Care North Spokane Expresses Gratitude to the Brave Firefighters

Dr. Navdeep Virk top-rated family dentist at Avenue Dental Care North Spokane offering comprehensive preventive and general dental care for all ages

Dr. Navdeep Virk is holding same-day emergency slots and waiving costs for firefighters, EMS, and law enforcement during Spokane County's wildfire response.

Our firefighters and first responders protect us every day. Avenue Dental Care North Spokane is honored to support them with urgent dental care when emergencies arise”

— Dr. Navdeep Virk

SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Firefighters working 24-hour shifts during wildfire season face a scheduling problem most patients don't: by the time a shift ends, most dental offices are

AI for Peace Launches 44-Day Global Compassion Game to Prove Peace Is Possible

Proving Peace is Possible | Global Compassion Game

AI for Peace | In Service to Life

Launching August 8 in Minneapolis, a global team of teams invites peacebuilders, Indigenous leaders, AI labs, and youth to put intelligence in service to life.

This is not a competition to build the most powerful intelligence. It is a co-opetition to put intelligence in service to life—and prove peace is possible.”

— Jon Ramer, co-founder of AI for Peace and Compassion Games International

CLINTON, WA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- AI for Peace today announced *Proving Peace Is Possible*, a 44-day Compassion Game inviting people and organizations worldwide to help honor

Laura Hunter Lands Her First Leading Film Role in 'Ouija Hell House' Now Streaming on Hulu, Tubi and Prime Video

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Actress Laura Hunter has secured her first leading film role, portraying Danielle in the horror feature Ouija Hell House, produced by 7th Street

WaFd Bank Donates $100,000 to American Red Cross to Support Spokane and Eastern Washington Wildfire Relief

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WaFd, Inc. (Nasdaq: WAFD) (the “Company”), the parent company of WaFd Bank, announced today a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross of the Greater Inland Northwest to support disaster relief and recovery efforts following the devastating wildfires that have impacted the Inland Northwest, Spokane County and surrounding communities.

WaFd Bank Donates $100,000 to American Red Cross to Support Spokane and Eastern Washington Wildfire Relief

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