Honoring service and sacrifice: Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day
May is National Military Appreciation Month, a time dedicated to honoring the service, sacrifice, and strength of our military members, veterans, and […]
Addressing the rising threat of organized retail crime
Organized retail crime (ORC) is a growing national issue with wide-reaching impacts on retailers, employees, consumers, and entire communities. Unlike isolated shoplifting, […]
House advances Reconciliation Bill
Late Sunday night, the House Budget Committee advanced the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” setting the stage for the Rules Committee to meet […]
Target enhances checkout options to meet evolving shopper preferences
Target is refining its checkout experience by expanding both its Express Self-Checkout lanes and traditional staffed registers. Introduced in March 2024, the […]
WR Government Affairs team reflects, refines, and refocuses at 2025 session debrief retreat
The WR Government Affairs team recently held its 2025 Legislative Session Debrief Retreat, moderated by Jennie Foglia-Jones. Together, the team conducted a […]
Retail giants expand footprint through community and customer engagement
Lowe’s and Tractor Supply Company are both accelerating their expansion and community engagement efforts in 2025, each focusing on strengthening customer connections […]
Seattle’s 2025 election takes shape after candidate filing deadline
With the May 9 candidate filing deadline behind us, the 2025 election landscape for Seattle and King County is coming into focus. […]
Done deal: Nordstrom is officially a private company
The deal with Mexican retailer El Puerto de Liverpool is worth $6.25 billion Published in Seattle Magazine By Rob Smith May 20, 2025 […]
The power of small retail businesses in Washington
Small retail businesses are the heart of Washington’s economy and the soul of our communities. As we celebrate Small Business Month this […]
Governor Ferguson reflects on 2025 legislative session
Governor Bob Ferguson commended legislators and his team for their work during the 2025 session, which addressed a $16 billion budget shortfall. […]
Governor Ferguson signs Public Safety Law
WR CEO, Renée Sunde, and WR Senior VP of Policy and Government Affairs with Governor Ferguson at the signing of HB 2015. […]
Legislative “trash talk” leads to passage of litter control bill
Before adjournment, lawmakers passed HB 1293 to amend existing laws regarding litter control and the use of plastic bags in Washington state. […]