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Where to Watch the Presidential Inauguration in Seattle
Monday, January 21, 2013 is the second Presidential Inauguration for Barack Obama in Washington DC. Join in with your neighbors in Seattle and watch this American event that only happens once every four years!
US Video Game Sales Drop 11 Percent in November
U.S. retail sales of new video-game hardware, software and accessories fell 11 percent in November. But last month represented the smallest decrease so far this year, helped in part by the launch of Redmond based Nintendo’s new console, the Wii U.
Starbucks Donating 5 Cents Of Every Coffee Drink To AIDS Relief
The company announced Thursday it would give five cents to the Global Fund of the RED foundation for each hand-crafted drink it sells on Saturday, December 1 in the United States and Canada for World AIDS Day.
Best Small Business Saturday Shopping in Puget Sound
Small Business Saturday is a day to celebrate the Shop Small movement to drive shoppers to local merchants across the US, and it’s coming on Saturday, November 24!
New Philly Prohibition Exhibit Coming to Seattle
A hatchet used to bust up saloons, the verdict sheet from Al Capone’s trial, and lawman Eliot Ness’ sworn oath of office are among the more sobering artifacts in a new exhibit documenting the driest period in US history that is traveling from Philly to Seattle.
Corporations Just Beginning To Tally Sandy’s Costs
Seattle-based Nordstrom and Issaquah-based Costco expect their November sales to suffer as a result of Superstorm Sandy, one of the most expensive storms in U.S. history.
Guide to Veteran’s Day Events and Observances in Puget Sound
A parade, making a card, running a 5K… there are many ways we can show our appreciation to our American Veterans. Here are some fun events for active and retired military and their families to celebrate with us on Veteran’s Day.
Troopers: Washington Drivers Tops in Seat Belt Use
A federal survey suggests that Washington state has the highest use of seat belts among drivers in the country.
State’s Minimum Wage Will Rise in 2013
Washington state’s minimum wage is increasing 15 cents to $9.19 per hour starting in January, 2013.
