Nine years after launching its first branch in Tacoma, Commencement Bank is opening its third site in the region. The new location is in South King County’s bustling residential and commercial hub of Auburn. “The combination of well-run, local businesses within this community makes Auburn a perfect fit for us,” explains , Commencement Bank president and CEO. “We were … [Read more...] about Commencement Bank Opens Loan Center
Showcase Magazine
Artist Spotlight – Chris Anderson
When he began singing as a busboy at Jebino’s restaurant in Eatonville, Chris Anderson never imagined his career would catapult, seemingly overnight. Drawing inspiration from musical idols such as Bobby Darin, Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra, Anderson creates a sound all his own and has been sharing it at venues all over the state. We recently had a chance to speak with him … [Read more...] about Artist Spotlight – Chris Anderson
Adonis Puentes – Bridging Music Cultures
Born into a musical family in Cuba, Adonis Puentes began playing guitar at the age of 6. By the time he was 14, the virtuoso was singing and writing his own music. Nominated for a Juno Award and a Latin Grammy, the singer/songwriter became a great Cuban Sonero very early in life. Sonero is the top honor for a Latin performer and one that Puentes holds dear to his heart. “I’m … [Read more...] about Adonis Puentes – Bridging Music Cultures
America’s Car Museum’s Annual Pacific Northwest Concours d’Elegance, Best-of-Show
BEST IN SHOW More than One hundred and fifty of the finest vintage automobiles in the U.S. converged upon LeMay – America’s Car Museum (ACM) for the annual Pacific Northwest Concours d ’Elegance. Featured classes for the concours included early and significant BMWs and Ford Mustangs as well as flathead hot rods, “American tail fins,” pre-WWII classics, pre-1920 Brass Era cars … [Read more...] about America’s Car Museum’s Annual Pacific Northwest Concours d’Elegance, Best-of-Show
Semiahmoo Resort
Newly renovated Semiahmoo Resort, Golf and Spa is located on the pristine shores of Semiahmoo Bay and Drayton Harbor, where tide pools and estuaries provide a sanctuary for Pacific Northwest wildlife. As you drive along the finger-like spit toward the resort, you smell the salt air and take in the water views on both sides. Foodies will love Semiahmoo’s Pierside Kitchen. … [Read more...] about Semiahmoo Resort




