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06/10/2026

Jam Padel, a club centered on a growingly popular racket sport called padel, recently launched a three-court outdoor pop-up facility in Bellevue’s Spring District.

The seasonal facility is located next to Meta’s campus and will operate from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. from June through September.

Jam Padel, a club centered on a growingly popular racket sport called padel, recently launched a three-court outdoor pop-up facility in the district.

06/08/2026

Bellevue's business landscape has emerged as one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier centers for technology, innovation, and commerce. Read our new deep dive into the state of its business landscape here:

Bellevue has emerged as one of the Pacific Northwest's premier centers for technology, innovation, and commerce.

06/05/2026

Tacoma-based Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has appointed Chad Melton as president of its Puget Sound market, overseeing VMFH's eight acute care facilities and nearly 18,000 employees across the region. Learn more here:

The organization has appointed Chad Melton as president of its Puget Sound market.

06/04/2026

There's still time to vote for your favorites in the Best in Business awards! Head to the link below to cast your vote before June 30. Winners will be featured in our November issue—don’t miss out! https://www.425business.com/425-best-in-business/vote/

05/27/2026

Exciting news! Burgermaster has opened its doors in Issaquah—stop by and check out the newest spot in town! 🍔🙌 Read more here:

Burgermaster opened for drive-in and sit-down dining at its Issaquah location two years after the Seattle-based chain announced its plans to convert the former Triple ### Root Beer Drive-in that had closed in November 2023.

05/20/2026

KidsQuest Children's Museum has announced its purchase of the former Bellevue Arts Museum building in the city’s downtown. Finalized on International Museum Day (May 18), the acquisition sets the stage for a full renovation; infrastructure upgrades; and the development of new-generation, hands-on STEAM exhibits, according to a news release.

The acquisition sets the stage for a full renovation, infrastructure upgrades, and more.

05/18/2026

There's still time to support your favorites! Cast your vote before June 30—we can't wait to see who you choose! Winners will be announced in the November issue.

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05/12/2026

As more freelancers, consultants, and creators shape our economy, Formations believes every “business of one” deserves top-notch financial support—just like the biggest companies do!

In an economy increasingly powered by freelancers, consultants, and independent creators, Formations asserts that the 'business of one' deserves the same financial support as any Fortune 500 firm.

05/05/2026

Exciting news! Columbia Bank has just launched its Franchise Banking Team and welcomed some top industry leaders on board. Get all the details here:

Columbia Bank has launched a Franchise Banking Team and hired two of the premier franchise banking leaders in the country to lead the new group, according to an announcement Thursday

05/01/2026

Best in Business voting is now open! Submit your votes anytime through June 30. The winners will be spotlighted in the November issue of 425 Business—have your say before time runs out.

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