And Clinics Like Artemis Life Medicine Are Leading The Response by Dr. Neha Didwaniya Washington’s New Workplace Focus on Menopause Is Changing How Women Receive Care and Clinics Like Artemis Life Medicine Are Leading the Response When Washington State signaled a new level of attention to perimenopause and menopause in the workplace through a recent executive order supporting employees experiencing midlife hormonal transitions, it did more than set policy direction. It valida

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Social in Seattle: June in Full Bloom - Wild Adventures, World Cup Energy & Pride All Month Long 2 hours ago By Social in Seattle June in Seattle doesn’t ease in; it bursts onto the scene with global energy, wild adventures, and a full month of Pride celebrations. This is the moment when the city feels most alive, and every corner offers something new to explore. Whether you’re planning team outings, entertaining clients, or simply soaking up the season, here’s what’s shapi

What If Leadership Isn't What You Think It Is? 3 hours ago A new column at the intersection of values, identity, and the Seattle nonprofits doing the hardest work in our region. What if the thing holding your team back isn't strategy? What if it isn't budget, or headcount, or even talent? What if it's something quieter than all of that. Something nobody wants to name in the meeting, but everybody feels when they leave the room.

A Star at SIFF: Alan Z on I Love Boosters, Creative Rebirth, and What Comes Next Alan Z is having a moment, the kind you can feel building long before it hits the mainstream. His rise hasn’t been about hype cycles or overnight virality; it’s been shaped by years of reinvention, cultural fluency, and a fearless approach to creative risk. Many first discovered him as a razor-sharp lyricist with a global fanbase built on genre-blending tracks, anime…

By Linda Lowry – Social in Seattle YPNexus has become one of Seattle’s most influential communities for young professionals, bringing together ambition, authenticity, and connection. It offers more than traditional networking, with experiences that feel intentional and energizing, built on genuine relationship-building. Every gathering reflects a commitment to elevating how young professionals meet, collaborate, and grow in this city. The impact of YPNexus goes far beyond its

Washington’s hospitality industry has weathered recessions, labor shortages, rising labor costs, inflation, supply chain disruptions, and the devastating impact of the pandemic. But according to leaders across the state, the current business climate may represent one of the industry’s most defining moments yet. During a recent statewide industry presentation hosted by the Washington Hospitality Association, restaurant operators, hospitality professionals, and business leaders

Produced by Seattle Seattle Means Business and presented in partnership with Friends of the Des Moines Marina Steps, the next chapter of the Des Moines Crawl Series™ is bringing fresh energy to the waterfront this summer with a vibrant Juneteenth-inspired evening celebrating culture, community, and the small businesses that…

In Seattle’s competitive and fast-evolving restaurant economy, independent operators are increasingly looking for supply partners that can move as quickly as they do. Unity Foods LLC is one of the regional distributors meeting that demand, serving restaurants, food trucks, caterers, hospitality groups, and retailers across the Pacific Northwest.

Ruling party power grab. By Krist Novoselić (May 4, 2026) The federal Voting Rights Act (VRA) is in the news regarding a Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruling. Louisiana v. Callais establishes that VRA actions must demonstrate a state intentionally diminished the opportunity for minority voters within a redistricting plan. The ruling uses the term “racial gerrymander” a lot, pointing at Democrats, “if race and politics are not disentangled and a [VRA] claim is cy

By Linda Lowry - Social in Seattle Seattle didn’t just host the SheBelieves Summit, it ignited it, beginning with a powerful opening conversation as Melinda French Gates sat down with newly appointed USWNT Head Coach Emma Hayes to set the tone for the entire event. Their dialogue was bold, candid, and deeply strategic, offering a blueprint for the future of women’s leadership and signaling that Seattle was not just the backdrop, but the catalyst. The history of the SheBelieve

By Linda Lowry – Social in Seattle On March 29, 2026, inside the Conibear Shellhouse overlooking Lake Washington, the University of Washington joyfully celebrated a longawaited milestone: Patricia “Trish” Bostrom, an iconic Husky trailblazer in women’s tennis and a national champion for gender equity, was officially honored as a Legacy Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) All American. A vibrant banner of Bostrom in full swing was unveiled and will now hang proudly and

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Unity Foods made a strong impact at this year’s Northwest Food Show, participating in the dynamic two-day event that brought together some of the region’s most innovative and hardworking restaurant, bar, and food truck operators. Throughout the show, the Unity Foods team connected with hundreds of owners and managers, engaging in meaningful, solution-driven conversations centered on one shared goal: helping foodservice businesses operate more efficiently while protecting t

Des Moines is stepping into the spotlight with a new, delicious way to experience the city: the Des Moines Crawl Series™.

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By Linda Lowry – Social in Seattle The 2026 Washington State African American Achievement Awards return this year with a renewed sense of purpose, pride, and community. Now in its twelfth year, the gala, presented by Surviving Change, continues to shine a light on the leaders whose work strengthens Washington State and uplifts the next generation. What began as a vision to honor overlooked excellence has grown into one of the region’s most meaningful celebrations of Black le

By Linda Lowry – Social in Seattle Seattle is fully awake for spring, and April is packed with the kind of events that remind you why this city is such a vibrant, creative, communitydriven place to live. Whether you’re into circus arts, space parties, fashion salons, or industry gatherings, this month has something that will pull you out of the house and into the energy of the city. The Moisture Festival runs now through April 12 on Capitol Hill, bringing the world’s large

By Linda Lowry-Social in Seattle Seattle is a sports town in the truest, most electric sense. It’s a city where the pulse of a game day can be felt from the waterfront to the foothills, where youth fields buzz with the same energy as our professional arenas, and where sports aren’t just entertainment, they’re a shared identity. That spirit was unmistakable at the Seattle Sports Commission’s Sports Star of the Year Awards presented by Microsoft, an annual celebration that br