U.S., Seattle port traffic increasing 
Puget Sound Business Journal
Cargo volumes at ports across the U.S., including the Port of Seattle, are rising compared with last year and are expected to continue to rise.

Mantra for Seattle summer: ‘Tourism Matters’ 
KOMO News
Tuesday was the official launch of the tourist season in Seattle, and the city’s tourism industry is fighting for a comeback. The launch was marked with a flag atop the Space Needle that read “Tourism matters.”

‘Walk & Talk’ with Councilmember Sally Bagshaw – May 18th
Feet First
Join the quarterly Feet First Walk & Talk with Seattle City Councilmember Sally Bagshaw this May 18th and learn about public space plans for a redeveloped waterfront.

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