Retailers respond to 2024 Priority Survey
WR recently led a call to action that garnered widespread attention within the retail sector. The call asked retailers to actively […]
Apparel retailers are entering the holiday shopping season with leaner inventory
Apparel retailers are gearing up for one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year, but this time, they’re doing it […]
WR appoints Local and State Government Affairs Manager
WR is pleased to announce the appointment of Crystal Leatherman to its Policy and Government Affairs Team in the capacity […]
Target closes two Seattle stores amid rising safety concerns
Target announced the closure of nine stores across major U.S. cities, including two in Seattle, due to escalating concerns over crime […]
Lowe’s Foundation grants $750,000 to boost Seattle colleges’ wood technology center
The Lowe’s Foundation has generously awarded a substantial $750,000 grant to the Seattle Colleges in support of their Wood Technology Center, […]
Projected Halloween spending to reach record high of $12.2 billion
Halloween spending is expected to reach a record-breaking $12.2 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey. […]
Tacoma Mall transforming into a vibrant “Lifestyle Village”
The Tacoma Mall is now embarking on an exciting journey to enhance its appeal further. The mall’s proprietors, Simon Property Group, […]
WR board chair awarded promotion at Target
Kent Wilson, Chairman of the WR Board, has been appointed to a pivotal position at Target as Senior Director of State […]
Seattle business leaders shine a bright light on the City’s spending problem
Rachel Smith, President and CEO of the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber, and Jon Scholes, President and CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association, […]
Seattle City Council passes legislation to criminalize public drug use and possession
After narrowly rejecting a similar bill in June, the Seattle City Council approved legislation last week that criminalizes the public use […]
Survey finds nearly two-thirds of likely voters support credit card swipe fee reform
According to the Merchants Payments Coalition, nearly two-thirds of likely voters support credit card swipe fee reform, according to a new […]
Is your safety bulletin board up to date?
According to the Washington Administrative Code (WAC), every work location with eight or more employees must have a Safety Bulletin board […]