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Sub Pop to make waves on the waterfront

By BRIAN MILLER

Our iconic Sub Pop Records announced last week on social media that's opening a store on the tourist-filled downtown Seattle waterfront, a few steps from the Colman Dock.


Skagit board weighs dam agreement

By JOURNAL STAFF

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a Comprehensive Settlement Agreement tied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) relicensing of Seattle City Light's three-dam Skagit Hydroelectric Project.


Construction industry sheds 11,000 jobs in February

By JOURNAL STAFF

The U.S. construction industry lost 11,000 jobs in February, continuing a months-long trend of contraction, according to new data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and analyzed by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC).


Chicago Fire FC breaks ground on $750M stadium

By JOURNAL STAFF

It will be the first major professional sports venue built in Chicago in more than 30 years.


Apartments set for First Hill corner

By JOURNAL STAFF

A little east of the freeway, on the sloping corner at Cherry Street, 621 Ninth Ave. was put on the market last year, with Windermere's Stephen Tainter then asking $3 million for the property — a little less than its last trade in 2017.


Demand for minerals to power technology could triple by 2030, UN political chief says

By EDITH M. LEDERER

In 2023, trade in raw and semi-processed minerals reached about $2.5 trillion.


Auto shop sells for over $3M

By JOURNAL STAFF

An automotive property at 23765 S.E. 264th St. and related addresses sold last week for $3.6 million, according to King County records.


Subcontractor event in Tacoma May 12

By JOURNAL STAFF

Registration is now open for Grit City Connect, a regional networking event aimed at linking subcontractors with prime contractors and public agencies across Tacoma.


Bellevue drafts new sign rules

By JOURNAL STAFF

The city of Bellevue is working on a full rewrite of its sign code and will host a virtual information session on March 16, from noon to 1:15 p.m., to share details with the community.


Seattle gives grants to 14 arts groups

By JOURNAL STAFF

Seattle's Office of Arts and Culture has awarded 14 organizations money from its Cultural Facilities Fund (CFF).


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