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5 days ago | 425business.com | Antoinette Alexander

The city of Bellevue is launching its inaugural Civic Innovation Challenge on June 4 to find design partnerships to address civic challenges and city priorities. The challenge will take place during the city's third Inclusive Innovation Forum, which is set from 6-8 p.m. at Bellevue City Hall. The forum will bring together representatives from local government, businesses, nonprofits, and the community. Nadia Hansen, a global public-sector leader at Salesforce, will deliver a keynote address.

5 days ago | 425business.com | Blake Peterson

Washingtonians know the drill: Once summer finally ousts wintertime dreariness, it's imperative not to waste any time soaking up as much sun as possible before the cycle starts over again. Since this is our first issue of the summer, we thought it would be as good a time as any to check in on a handful of businesses whose niches, like so many of us, thrive when the weather is inviting and there seems like no better place than the great outdoors. Get to know the first below.

1 week ago | 425business.com | Hailee Wickersham

European-inspired skin care and medical spa Count Viktorya Wellness & Skincare, a new spot to be pampered on the Eastside, will be hosting the grand opening of its newly expanded location in downtown Bellevue on June 1. After outgrowing the previous location, founder Viktorya Dadyan began seeking out a new space that could accommodate the business's growth and allow room for an expanded service menu, a press release noted.

1 week ago | 425business.com | Antoinette Alexander

Snohomish County is looking to fill three positions on the Public Facilities District Board of Directors. Three residents will be selected to help lead the Snohomish County Executive Office and County Council through the community's growth and expansion. The PFD examines the potential acquisition, construction, operation, and financing of regional centers that foster economic development. Funded projects include the Lynnwood Event Center, Edmonds Center for the Arts, and Boeing Future of Flight.

1 week ago | 425business.com | John Stearns

Dave's Hot Chicken, a Nashville-style hot chicken concept from Los Angeles, today announced four newly signed leases for restaurants in Western Washington, including one in Redmond and three in the South Sound. The Redmond location will be at 16502 Cleveland St. and is expected to open in the third quarter, according to a news release and email. A location at the Tacoma Mall, 4502 Steele St., Suite 1670, also is expected to open in the third quarter.