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Green Leaf Restaurant 418 8th Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98104 11 a.m.–10 p.m. daily (206) 340-1388 greenleaftaste.com E greenleafvietnamese

Dynasty Room

714 S. King St., Seattle, WA 98104 Open daily at 4 p.m. Happy hour daily, 4-7 p.m. 206-682-0297 E dynastyroom

Green Leaf serves authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and it is famous for its fresh mango and papaya salads. Owner Peter Kuang said, “We receive high marks for our service and casual atmosphere. Customers enjoy our food, excellent Vietnamese coﬀee, and variety of Asian beers. We like to thank our customers for supporting us since we opened in 2006.” Its banh xeo (crepe-like pancakes) is a popular item on the menu. Green Leaf has two other locations — Belltown and Shoreline.

The newest bar in the ID, Dynasty Room serves craft cocktails with special ingredients from the East and West. Its Wolf Temple Motif and cultural design has won praise from millennials and community leaders. A multipurpose lounge, it has an intimate setting and events rooms where you can enjoy karaoke (for all age groups). Asian-style snacks start at $4. Dynasty is located inside the former Four Seas Restaurant.

Kau Kau BBQ Restaurant

656 S. King St., Seattle, WA 98104 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Mon–Thu, and Sun 10 a.m.–11 p.m., Fri & Sat (206) 682-4006 kaukaubbq.com Kau Kau Barbecue Restaurant was the first to offer Chinese barbecue in the ID over four decades ago. Kau Kau means good food in Hawaiian. Founded by the late Wai Eng, the restaurant is now run by his daughter. The barbecue pork counter (also for ducks, pork bellies, spareribs, and soy chicken) often has lines for take-out. You can order combinations or just one barbecue item plate or lunch box. Fortunately, its staff members work fast, and it disappears quickly. In addition to barbecue, Kau Kau is renowned for many of traditional Chinese dishes.

World Pizza

672 S. King St., Seattle, WA 98104 Open 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun (206) 682-4161 worldpizzaseattle.com World Pizza serves the best vegetarian pizzas with the ﬁnest locally-grown ingredients, including artichokes, mushrooms, walnuts, pineapples, and herbs. The most popular item on the menu is the potato pizza. Customers also said World Pizza has the best sauces, its pizzas have a thin crust, and ingredients evenly-distributed, baked to perfection. Owners Aaron and Wren Crosleycone are happy to be surrounded by many other family businesses.

Yummy House Bakery

522 6th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98104 8:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Mon–Sat 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun (206) 340-8838 yummyhousebakery.com Since 1998, Yummy House has been serving healthy Hong Kong-style cakes, buns, pastries, and drinks in the heart of Seattle’s ChinatownInternational District. One of their customers said, “I’m in love with Hong Kong-style breads and pastries, but since my mom is from Hong Kong, I have high standards — this place takes the cake!”

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Best of the ID In this issue, we are highlighting various businesses that contribute to the fabric and economy of Seattle’s Chinatown International District. Thank you to all who participated. 21. Tai Tung Restaurant 22. Tsue Chong Co. Inc. 23. Uwajimaya 24. Viet-Wah Supermarket 25. Washington Federal 26. Wing Luke Museum 27. World Pizza 28. Yummy House Bakery 29. NWAW/SCP ofﬁce 30. Sound Transit Station

11. American Hotel 12. House of Hong Restaurant 13. Jade Garden Restaurant 14. Joyale Seafood Restaurant 15. Kau Kau BBQ Restaurant 16. Kinokuniya Seattle 17. Oasis Tea Zone 18. Ocean Star Seafood 19. Real Home Network 20. Seattle Pinball Museum

1. 705 Lofts 2. CISC 3. City Produce Company 4. Dim Sum King 5. Dynasty Room 6. Global Travel 7. Green Leaf Restaurant 8. Harbor City Restaurant 9. Honey Court Restaurant 10. Hong Kong Bistro S. MAIN ST.

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Widow of Washington dockworker files wrongful death lawsuit PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The widow of a Washington state dockworker killed when a mooring line snapped on a cargo ship has filed a $15 million wrongful death lawsuit against the ship’s owner and operators. Byron Jacobs, of Longview, was killed June 28 while he was attending the vessel at the Port of Longview. The Oregonian/OregonLive says Megan Jacobs filed a lawsuit on behalf of her

husband. The lawsuit ﬁled in U.S. District Court in Portland, Oregon, names SE Harmony Corp., the Taiwan-based vessel owner, and Bright Charter Shipping Ltd., which managed and operated the ship. The lawsuit alleges they repositioned the ship without checking if the crew was in danger and did not provide safe lines to shift the ship. The vessel owner and operators couldn’t be immediately reached for comment. 

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Detectives are investigating a shooting after a man approached a King County deputy in the Chinatown-International District on the evening of July 8, and revealed a gunshot wound in his forearm. The 50-year-old man told oﬃcers he was in the 500 block of South Jackson Street around 8 p.m. when an acquaintance shot him in the arm. The man said that he may

not have been the intended target because the shooter had been arguing with another person — and the victim was standing close to that person. Police searched the neighborhood but believe the shooter drove away from the area, possibly in a silver Honda Civic. Seattle Fire Department medics treated the victim’s non-life-threatening injuries at the scene and transported him to Harborview Medical Center for further evaluation. 

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Immigrant PhD candidate rocked by sudden U.S. Army discharge By MARTHA MENDOZA AND GARANCE BURKE ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Growing up in eastern China, Panshu Zhao fell in love with America. He read the Bible his parents gave him, watched Hollywood movies and studied the ideals of democracy. He jumped at the chance to attend Panshu Zhao graduate school at Texas A&M University. In 2016, Zhao enlisted in the U.S. Army as part of a special recruitment program oﬀering immigrants in the country legally a path to citizenship. The future, he said, was bright. Now, he is one of the dozens of immigrant recruits and reservists struggling with abrupt, often unexplained military discharges and canceled contracts. They traded being willing to risk their lives for the prospect of U.S. citizenship, a timeworn exchange that’s drawn linguists, medical specialists and thousands of other immigrants to the military since the Revolutionary War. “It’s just like you’re dropped from heaven to hell,’’ Zhao told The Associated Press on July 6. It is unclear how many men and women who

enlisted through the special recruitment program have been ousted from the Army, but immigration attorneys told the AP that they know of more than 40 recruits who recently have been discharged or whose status has become questionable. Some recruits say they were given no reason for their discharge. Others said the Army informed them they’d been labeled as security risks because they have relatives abroad or because the Defense Department had not completed background checks on them. The Pentagon said on July 6 that there has been no policy change since last year, when Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said no one could enter basic training without completion of a background investigation. And Army spokeswoman Cynthia O. Smith said that any enlistee entering the military undergoes security screenings. “Each recruit undergoes an individualized suitability review and the length of time for the review is dependent upon each individual’s unique background,’’ Smith said. Zhao, 31, said his “ship out’’ date to basic training was delayed for two years as he underwent background checks, counterintelligence interviews and rigorous reviews added as requirements for immigrant enlistees. He continued to pursue his PhD in geography at see ZHAO on 13

Suit alleging bias pulls back curtain on Harvard admissions By COLLIN BINKLEY ASSOCIATED PRESS BOSTON (AP) — Defending itself in a lawsuit alleging bias against Asian-Americans, Harvard University is fighting a push to make public a trove of admissions documents including internal communications, statistics on accepted students and a “dean’s interest list.’’ The fight over alleged discrimination already has led to disclosures including Harvard’s practice of scoring applicants on personal traits like “courage’’ and “likeability.’’ As the case moves toward trial, the records tussle could pull the curtain back even further on the secretive, complex process that decides who gets a place and who doesn’t at one of the world’s most selective institutions. The Ivy League university has told the court that releasing the files would be an unprecedented breach of its inner workings. It says the disclosure would enable future applicants to “game the system’’ and allow other elite schools to copy the school’s practices in competition for the best students. Revealing the intricacies of Harvard’s selection

process might not expose any major surprises for those in the admissions world, according to some in the field, but it might not necessarily look flattering to outsiders. “What is most challenging about this is how easily misinterpreted that stuff could be without understanding the full picture,’’ said Beth Heaton, vice president of educational consulting for College Coach, an admissions firm based near Boston. “There is a reason why they do keep some of that stuff under wraps.’’ The records tussle has taken center stage in a suit that has drawn national attention amid a renewed debate over race in admissions. On July 3, the Trump administration revoked Obama-era guidance encouraging schools to consider race as a way to gather a diverse mix of students. Months earlier, the Justice Department announced that it too has been looking into Harvard’s use of race. Edward Blum, the founder of the group that filed the lawsuit, Students for Fair Admissions, said in a statement that Harvard has “endeavored to litigate in secret because it knows the American people will be shocked to learn how it treats Asian-American see HARVARD on 13

Woman survives crash that killed husband, 4 daughters

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Mary Rose Ballocanag Trinidad (second from left) is the only survivor of a Delaware car crash.

TOWNSEND, Del. (AP) — A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help a woman with burial expenses for her husband and four children. Audie Trinidad of Teaneck, New Jersey, 61, died along with his four daughters in a Delaware highway crash on July 6. He was a native of the Philippines and U.S. Navy veteran who settled in New Jersey to raise his family. Police did not identify the minors who died, but the GoFundMe page (gofundme.

com/trinidad-family-tragedyamp-support) said the daughters were Kaitlyn, 20; Danna, 17; and Melissa and Allison, 13-year-old twins. Police say the mother, 35-yearold Mary Rose Ballocanag, was hospitalized with serious injuries. The family was returning from a trip to Ocean City, Maryland, on U.S. Route 1 when a pickup truck crossed the median for unknown reasons and hit the minivan and another car. No charges have been ﬁled. 

KING COUNTY NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received for C01284C18, NE Novelty Hill Road Sidewalk; by the King County Procurement and Payables Section, 3rd Floor, 401 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, until 1:30 PM on 07/26/18. Late bids will not be accepted. Scope of Work: This project provides for the improvement of the south side of NE Novelty Hill Road from approximately 1,155 feet easterly of Redmond Ridge Dr. NE to approximately 1,260 feet westerly of Trilogy Pkwy NE in King County by clearing and grubbing, roadway excavation, surfacing, HMA, replacing an existing irrigation system, planting, constructing cement concrete curb and gutter, cement concrete sidewalk, pavement marking, pullbox/junction box adjustment, temporary traffic control, erosion control, and other work, all in accordance with the attached Plans, these Special Provisions, the Standard Specifications, the KCRDCS, and the APWA/WSDOT Standard Plans for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction. Estimated contract price: $492,330.00 Complete Invitation to Bid Documents, including all project details, specifications, and contact information are available on our web page at: https:// procurement.kingcounty.gov/procurement_ovr/ default.aspx

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After daring rescue, entire Thai soccer team out of cave By KAWEEWIT KAEWJINDA and STEPHEN WRIGHT ASSOCIATED PRESS MAE SAI, Thailand (AP) — A daring rescue mission in the treacherous confines of a flooded cave in northern Thailand has saved all 12 boys and their soccer coach who were trapped deep within the labyrinth, ending a grueling 18-day ordeal that claimed the life of an experienced volunteer diver and riveted people around the world. Thailand’s Navy SEALs, who were central to the rescue effort, said on their Facebook page that the remaining four boys and their 25-year-old coach were all brought out safely on July 10. Eight of the boys were rescued by a team of Thai and international divers on July 8 and July 9. “We are not sure if this is a miracle, a science, or what. All the thirteen Wild Boars are now out of the cave,” the SEALs said, referring to the name of the boys’ soccer team. “Everyone is safe.” They said they were waiting for a medic and three SEALs who had stayed with the boys in their dark refuge deep inside the cave complex to come out. Cheers erupted at a local government office where dozens of volunteers and journalists were awaiting news of whether the intricate and high-risk rescue mission had succeeded. Helicopters taking the boys to a hospital roared overhead. People on the street cheered and clapped when ambulances ferrying the boys arrived at the hospital in Chiang Rai city. Payap Maiming, 40, who helped provide food and necessities to rescue workers and journalists, said a “miracle” had happened.

The boys, with their coach, in a photo taken from the coach’s Facebook page.

“I’m happy for Thais all over the country, for the people of Mae Sai, and actually just everyone in the world because every news channel has presented this story and this is what we have been waiting for,” she said. Mae Sai is the district where the cave is located, in the northern part of Chiang Rai province, near the border with Myanmar. “It’s really a miracle,” Payap said. “It’s hope and faith that has brought us this success.” The plight of the boys and their coach has captivated Thailand and much of the world — from the heart-sinking news that they were missing to the first flickering video of the huddle of anxious yet smiling boys when they were found 10 days later by a pair of British divers. They were trapped in the Tham Luan Nang Non cave on June 23, when they were exploring it after a soccer practice and it became flooded by monsoon rains. Each of the boys, ages 11 to 16 and with no diving experience, was guided out by a pair of divers in three days

of intricate and high-stakes operations. The route, in some places just a crawl space, had oxygen canisters positioned at regular intervals to refresh each team’s air supply. Highlighting the dangers, a former Thai navy SEAL died last week while replenishing the canisters. Cave diving experts had warned it was potentially too risky to dive the youngsters out. But Thai officials, acutely aware that the boys could be trapped for months by monsoon rains that would swell waters in the cave system, seized a window of opportunity provided by relatively mild weather. A massive water pumping effort also made the winding cave more navigable. The confidence of the diving team, and expertise specific to the cave, grew after its first successful mission. Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, speaking before the final rescue was completed, said the boys were given an anti-anxiety medication to help with their perilous removal from the cave. Asked at a weekly news conference in Bangkok if the boys had been sedated, Prayuth said: “Who would chloroform them? If they’re chloroformed, how could they come out? It’s called anxiolytic, something to make them not excited, not stressed.” Prayuth said the Tham Luan Nang Non cave would be closed for some time to make it safe for visitors. The eight boys brought out by divers on July 8 and July 9 were doing well and were in good spirits, a senior health official said. There were given a treat on July 10 — bread with chocolate spread that they’d requested. Jedsada Chokdumrongsuk, permanent secretary at the Public Health Ministry, said the first four boys rescued see THAI RESCUE on 12

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If You Bought an Airline Ticket between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, New Zealand, or the Pacific Islands, You Could Receive Benefits from Class Action Settlements Settlements have been reached with four airlines in class action lawsuits involving the price of airline tickets. The Settling Defendants are: Air New Zealand, China Airlines (Taiwan), EVA Airways, and Philippine Airlines. Settlements were previously reached with 8 Defendants. The lawsuit continues against the remaining Non-Settling Defendant airline: All Nippon Airways (“ANA”). What is the case about? The lawsuits claim that the Defendants agreed to fix prices on tickets for transpacific air travel. As a result, ticket purchasers may have paid more than was necessary. The Settling Defendants deny the allegations and deny that they have any liability. The Defendant airlines also deny liability, although ANA has pled guilty to fixing the prices of certain discounted tickets. Am I included? You are included if: (1) you bought a ticket for air travel from one of 26 airlines; (2) the ticket included at least one flight segment originating in the U.S. to Asia or Oceania; and (3) your purchase was made between January 1, 2000 and December 1, 2016. A more complete description of eligibility requirements is available at the website or by calling the toll-free number. What do the Settlements provide? The Settling Defendants have agreed to pay $49,900,000 (the “Settlement Fund”), plus an additional $750,000 to help pay a portion of the cost of notice and administration of these Settlements. Money will not be distributed yet, and will be distributed pursuant to a Plan of Allocation approved by the Court. However, based on the claims that have already been filed, it is estimated that the average payment could be in the range of $8.50 per eligible

ticket claimed. This does not include amounts that will be paid on any future settlement or judgment involving ANA. Claims from the earlier round of settlements have not yet been audited. As a result, the number of claimed tickets that are determined to be eligible may be reduced, and the corresponding amount of compensation to be allocated among the remaining eligible claims will increase. Additional information is available on the website below. Class Counsel will pursue the lawsuit against the Non-Settling Defendant.

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Class Counsel have not requested attorneys’ fees and reimbursement of costs at this time but will do so in connection with the final approval hearing. For the current Settlements, Class Counsel will request up to one-third of the Settlement Fund plus up to $7,500 for one additional class representative. How can I get benefits? You must submit a Claim Form online or by mail. The deadline to submit a Claim Form is December 31, 2018. What are my rights? If you do nothing, you will be bound by the Court’s decisions and will get no money. As described above, if you want to get money from the Settlements, you must file a claim. If you want to keep your right to sue the Settling Defendants and get no money, you must exclude yourself from the classes by August 30, 2018. If you stay in the classes, you may object to the Settlements by August 30, 2018. The detailed notice describes how to exclude yourself or object. The Court will hold a hearing on September 14, 2018 to consider whether to approve the Settlements. You or your own lawyer may appear at the hearing at your own expense, but you do not have to attend.

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US-CHINA WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP FORUM Davis Wright Tremaine 1201 Third Ave., Ste. 2200, Seattle 4 p.m. wscrc.org JASO BEER GARDEN Ecotrust, 721 NW 9th Ave. Ste. 200, Portland 6:30 p.m. japanamericasocietyoforegon. wildapricot.org/event-2952701 THE SEATTLE STORM WILL HOLD AN OPEN COMMUNITY PRACTICE Seattle Christian School, 18301 Military Rd S., Seatac 6 p.m. seatacwa.gov

13 VOLUNTEER WITH GOODWILL TO KEEP THE NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN 700 Dearborn Pl. S., Seattle 1 p.m. signup.com/go/ADxThhP volunteer@seattlegoodwill.org 206-860-5732 KOBE KON 2018 Everett Mall 1402 SE Everett Mall Way 12 p.m.

14 SAMOA CULTURAL WEEK Mt. Tahoma School Stadium 4634 S. 74th St., Tacoma 10 a.m.

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EXHIBIT OPENING AND SPECIAL GUEST WITH SOYEON YI, “BLAST OFF TO BEYOND” Wing Luke Museum 10:30 a.m. EAT WITH MUSLIMS First Christian Church of Kent, 11717 SE 240th St., Kent 6 p.m. RSVP by July 9 eatwithmuslims@gmail.com SWIRLE ROLLED ICE CREAM GRAND OPENING 408 7th Ave. S., Seattle 12 p.m.

14 & 15 DRAGON FEST 2018 Seattle’s Chinatown ID 12 p.m. $3 food walk

16 & 17 BON ODORI DANCE PRACTICE Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple 1427 S. Main St., Seattle 7:30 p.m.

18 FREE CONCERT WITH PLATINUM SOUL Angle Lake Park, 19408 International Blvd., Seatac 6:30 p.m.

19 FUNTIVITIES IN THE CID Seattle’s Chinatown ID 4 p.m.

HING HAY PARK SIGNAGE DESIGN PARTY Hing Hay Park 423 Maynard Ave. S., Seattle 4 p.m. SUMMER AAPI ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR Hing Hay Coworks 409B Maynard Ave. S., Seattle 5 p.m. JAMFEST Wing Luke Museum 719 S. King St., Seattle 5 p.m. wingluke.org

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NORTHWEST SAXMAN JEFF KASHIWA AND BAND The Paciﬁc Jazz Institute at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley 2033 6th Ave., Seattle 7:30 p.m. $24/ticket

CLASSICAL HINDUSTANI AND CONTEMPORARY WESTERN CLASSICAL MUSIC, “FROM NORTH INDIA TO THE NORTHWEST” Chapel Performance Space at the Good Shepherd Center 8 p.m. neilwelch.com

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MAGNUSON PARK NIGHT MARKET Warren G. Magnuson Park 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle 4 p.m.

43RD ANNUAL PIG ROAST Danny Woo Community Garden 620 S. Main St., Seattle 6 p.m. on July 20 12 p.m. on July 21

FREE MORNING TAI CHI Westlake Park 401 Pine St., Seattle 7:30 a.m.

21 & 22 86TH BON ODORI Seattle Buddhist Temple 1427 S. Main St., Seattle 4 p.m. seattlebetsuin.com 206-329-0800

PING PONG TOURNAMENTS SUMMER 2018 Hing Hay Park Register onsite at 1 p.m.

CLASSICAL HINDUSTANI AND CONTEMPORARY WESTERN CLASSICAL MUSIC, “FROM NORTH INDIA TO THE NORTHWEST” Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Whidbey Island 7 p.m. neilwelch.com

FREE MORNING TAI CHI Westlake Park 401 Pine St., Seattle 7:30 a.m.

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SAAFF SUMMER CINEMA, “MULAN” (SING-ALONG) Hing Hay Park 423 Maynard Ave. S., Seattle 7:30 p.m.

4&5 THE POWELL STREET FESTIVAL, THE LARGEST JAPANESE CANADIAN FESTIVAL IN CANADA Oppenheimer Park 400 Block of Powell Street, Vancouver, B.C. 11:30 a.m. powellstreetfestival.com

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Dim Sum King

617 S. Jackson St., Seattle, WA 98104 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m. daily (206) 682-2823 dimsumkingseattle.com “We work hard to give the best dim sum to our customers — fresh and top-quality ingredients, 43 varieties, and fastest take-out service,” said owner Amy Eng. You can buy as little as one item or as many as you want. Prices start at 70 cents. Dim Sum King sells over 1,000 hum bow a day. Its customers give them 4- and 5-star ratings. It also sells wholesale to many Asian restaurants in Seattle and Bellevue.

House of Hong Restaurant 409 8th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98104 9:30 a.m.–10 p.m. daily (206) 622-7997 houseofhongwa.com

“Our extensive remodeling two years ago and commitment to rebuilding the restaurant, have earned us a 4-star rating in reviews,” said owners Amy and Po Lee. House of Hong is famous for big community parties and weddings, as the venue has three individual VIP rooms and a dance ﬂoor. Aside from a great dim sum variety, it serves North and South Chinese cuisine. “Our 65” screen have brought sports fans from all over, especially during the World Cup,” said Lee. House of Hong also has many free parking spots.

Hong Kong Bistro

507 Maynard S., #511C Seattle, WA 98104 10 a.m.–2 a.m. (206) 682-1922 “Our dim sum is fresh and hot because we make when you order,” said owner Ben. “We are the only one in Chinatown ID, with this approach because wewe want our customers to feel the quality and taste.” Closed for one month in remodeling, the Bistro has a facelift with contemporary artwork, earthtone and wood design, brand new furniture and a bar. Yes, new menu too. It gives a warm and comfy feeling. “I want to change the impression that Chinese restaurants are old and dirty. We want our restaurant to be clean and modern.” Another new concept is that, Bistro is probably the only one providing free lemon bottle water on each table. And free reﬁll too.

Ocean Star Seafood Restaurant

Harbor City Restaurant 707 S. King St., Seattle, WA 98104 8:30 a.m.–11 p.m. daily (206) 621-2228 harborcityrestaurant.com

“From Hong Kong-style dim sum, to Chinese barbecue counter, to delicious live seafood dishes, we have everything,” said owner Han Ma. “We are one-stop dining for the most popular Chinese cuisine. It’s the most convenient Chinese restaurant for customers. Our place is clean and has a nice atmosphere.” Harbor City is popular among the young and old for dinner and lunch.

600 7th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98104 9 a.m.–10:30 p.m. daily (206) 623-1670 seattleoceanstar.com If you love seafood, especially crab, Ocean Star is skilled in cooking Alaskan king crab in all kinds of delicious styles. The chef can create three dishes from one crab, such as steamed crab with garlic, gourmet soup, or green onions and scallions; its shell filled with baked sticky rice; stir-fried with salt, garlic, and pepper or black bean sauce or chili pepper. If you enjoy dim sum, try the five-color steamed dumplings, its different flavors will amaze you.

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Jade Garden Restaurant Joyale Seafood Restaurant

Paciﬁc Rim Center 900 S. Jackson St., Seattle, WA 98104 10 a.m.–10 p.m. daily (206) 623-1318 joyaleseattle.com Joyale oﬀers two things that most ID restaurants don’t have — free parking and seating for over 500 people. You don’t need to wait long for dim sum on weekends for seats. It’s ideal for large groups of friends to meet. Its dim sum is modestly priced and its kitchen is equipped to serve any style of cooking for your favorite seafood entrees and other cuisine. It is a family business. Joyale and Joy are sisters, and Joy owns Joy Palace Restaurant on Martin Luther King Way South.

424 7th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98104 9–2:30 a.m., Mon–Thu 9–3:30 a.m., Fri & Sat 9–1 a.m., Sun (206) 622-8181 jadegardenseattle.com

“Just come and try the food, you’ll ﬁnd out,” said manager Weng Chan. “I don’t want to brag.” On weekends, expect to wait as it is packed with crowds waiting inside and outside. It’s not uncommon that its dim sum sells out, even on weekdays. It serves many interesting varieties of dim sum. No wonder it’s a popular spot, especially in the evening. Jade Garden recently remodeled.

Tai Tung Restaurant

655 S. King St., Seattle, WA 98104 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Mon–Thu 11–12 a.m., Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun (206) 622-7372 taitungrestaurant.com Tai Tung is the oldest Chinese restaurant in Seattle since “Grandpa Quan” started it in 1935. Its prices are reasonable, it has a friendly atmosphere, and the wait staff is loyal — some have worked there as long as half a century! In addition, it is a place that holds fond memories for many. Multiple generations of patrons have had their first dates at Tai Tung, Bruce Lee had a favorite table there, and owner Harry Chan is a community fixture.

Honey Court Restaurant

516 Maynard Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 292-8828 9 a.m.–3 a.m. E Honey-Court-Seafood-Restaurant “Honey Court’s tasty dim sum is always fresh and hot,” said a loyal customer. “It also has unique items, such as steamed spareribs rice in a pot, which others don’t have.” Its customized seafood dinner is yummy, consisting of stewed chicken with ginseng, roast squab, lobster, steamed ﬁsh, Peking duck, live prawns, free-range chicken, geoduck, and steamed eel with black bean sauce. Customers have raved about the new beautiful design and artwork in the restaurant.

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Oasis Tea Zone

519 6th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98104 11–12 a.m., Mon–Thu, and Sun 11–2 a.m., Fri & Sat (206) 447-8098 oasisteazone.com E seattleoasis Q oasisteazone Oasis Tea Zone is a family-owned, Seattle-based tea and smoothie cafe. They also serve lunch and dinner, as well as coﬀee. They’re also known for their popcorn chicken. The venue, which is often packed, especially on weekend nights, has extra seating, arcade games, board games, and music.

800 S. Weller St., Seattle, WA 98104 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat Closed on Sun (206) 623-0801 tsuechong.com Kids who visit the ID for the ﬁrst time, often buy a bag of fortune cookies. They said it’s most fun to see fortune cookies being manufactured at the Tsue Chong Noodle Co. The 101-year-old company is run by the fourth generation of the family. It produces 80,000 cookies a day in addition to fresh egg noodles, udon, egg roll and wonton wrappers, and all kinds of noodle products. You can also custom-order your fortune cookies with other kinds of ﬂavors and create your own fortunes. You can buy it at retail prices at Asian and mainstream supermarkets and at wholesale prices at Tsue Chong.

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705 Lofts City Produce Company 710 7th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 682-0320

City Produce Company was founded in 1926 and is in its third generation of family ownership. They have carved out a niche market catering to restaurants and institutions who require high quality produce delivered on daily basis. The partners are committed to supporting the local farms, and promoting their products whenever possible.

705 S. Weller St., Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 264-7978 705lofts.com E 705-Lofts-309104359126645 705 Lofts is an apartment community located in the heart of Seattle’s C-ID. All units feature 9-foot ceilings, bay windows, fully equipped kitchens, and in-unit washer and dryers. The units are more spacious than typical apartments — 700 square feet for a one-bedroom. Many units have downtown Seattle and Olympic mountain views. Enjoyed by mixed professionals and retired residents, it is a short walk to light rail, the Sounder train, buses, and the First Hill Streetcar line.

Viet-Wah Supermarket 1032 S. Jackson St., Seattle, WA 98104 9:30 a.m.–10 p.m. daily (206) 329-1399 vietwah.com EDS vietwah

As one of the oldest grocery stores in the Little Saigon neighborhood, Viet Wah Supermarket has been serving our community’s food needs since 1981. It specializes in Vietnamese, Chinese, and Thai products, as well as a full array of grocery staples. Stop by for live seafood, a full-service meat counter, unique kitchenware, and the best produce in the neighborhood.

CISC

611 S. Lane St. Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 624-5633 cisc-seattle.org E cisc.seattle M ciscseattle Chinese Information and Service Center (CISC) helps immigrants and their families throughout King County achieve success in their new community by providing information, referral, advocacy, social, and support services.

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“Dragons march across the 45-foot arch of the historic Chinatown Gate, welcoming visitors to this diverse community.” That’s how Visit Seattle — a private, nonproﬁt marketing organization — describes the Chinatown-International District on its website. It goes on to say, “Wander the area to discover eateries, shops, and attractions that speak to Seattle’s Asian American roots.” For those who live and work in the International District (ID), we know how special this area is. It received its oﬃcial designation in 1951 when Mayor William Devin named it the “International Center.” Now comprised of three neighborhoods — Chinatown, Japantown, and Little Saigon — the ID is not just a tourist attraction, but a central hub for locals. It’s an underappreciated community, according to Aaron Crosleycone, one of the owners of World Pizza. He and his brother opened up shop in the ID in 2011 because it’s a great neighborhood. Like his, there are many family-owned businesses in the ID, and Crosleycone said he appreciates how everyone looks out for one another.

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Just like how the late Donnie Chin used to patrol the neighborhood, protecting the vulnerable and frail. More recently, there was a community barbeque to raise money for Moksha, who got robbed last month. The ID is also a food paradise with most restaurants

featuring modestly priced menu items. Food choices run the gamut — from Asian (Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Hawaiian) to Cajun, Mexican, Ethiopian, and Greek, to pizzerias, bakeries, and tea shops (yes, there’s coﬀee, too — including a Starbucks). There’s even a classic American burger joint. Each diverse restaurant has its own unique clientele — it is truly a thriving community. Food, community, history, culture. Also convenience. The ID is centrally located. With the International District/Chinatown bus station, and King Street Sounder Station, you get here on a bus or train, and get to anywhere else. The First Hill Streetcar takes you to Capitol Hill, and Colman Ferry dock is just a short bus or train ride away. The Link light rail takes you directly to Sea-Tac Airport. With modern conveniences, historic and cultural landmarks, and a foodie’s paradise, the ID is one of Seattle’s most unique and interesting neighborhoods to explore. Come and support the businesses in the ID, an important part of Seattle’s economic fabric. 

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A new chapter for Asian American children

By AACE Asian American Coalition for Education (AACE) commends an important decision undertaken by the current administration to systematically roll back an Obama-era policy guidance that promoted the heightened use of race in college admissions and to issue new guidance. This is a triumphant moment for Asian American communities, as well as for AACE when our relentless efforts to help Asian American students secure their civil rights to equal education are accommodated by the federal government and crystalized into a necessary policy reform. This timely update signifies a culmination of muchneeded government actions to revamp misguided policies that facilitated widespread abuses of race-based affirmative action in higher education. As early as November 2017, the U.S. Department of Justice responded to AACE’s civil rights complaint against Harvard by starting an investigation into the

school’s admissions practices. On June 29, 2018, the Oﬃce of Civil Rights in the Department of Education restored a policy notice dated back to the Bush era which instructs all schools receiving federal ﬁnancial assistance to strictly observe the relevant U.S. Supreme Court rulings on the use of race in college admissions. On July 3, 2018, the Justice Department acted accordingly by rescinding seven policy documents that promoted racial balancing in postsecondary education. Such accumulative measures align with a series of steadygoing Supreme Court rulings that progressively curtail the use of race in college admissions and banned uses of racial quotas, racial stereotypes, and higher standards. More importantly, this new regulatory reform epitomizes AACE’s success as a broad-based network with an impressive record of advocating educational equality for all American students, especially Asian Americans who have been disproportionately hurt by discriminatory admissions practices. Since 2015, AACE has been actively campaigning through

KING COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ADVERTISEMENT Proposals will be received for E00554E18, Engineering Services for Leachate Pump Station Upgrades at Cedar Hills Regional Landfill; by the King County Procurement and Payables Section, 3rd Floor, 401 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, until 12:00 PM on July 17, 2018. Total Estimated Price for Phase 1: $650,000 Total Estimated Price for all Phases: $1,240,000 There is a 10% minimum requirement for King County Certified Small Contractor and Supplier (SCS) firms on this contract. All solicitation documents are published at: https:// procurement.kingcounty.gov/procurement_ovr/login. aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fprocurement_ovr%2fdefault.aspx Contact: Ruth Williamson, 206-263-9333, ruth. williamson@kingcounty.gov

administrative complaints against Harvard, Yale, Brown, and Dartmouth, and continuously driving for policy changes to scale back an overt focus on racial balancing to the detriment of hard-working Asian American students. Our tireless efforts are finally starting to pay off with the July 3 announcement of a critical regulatory reform in education. AACE applauds the current policy update as a pragmatic legal interpretation to guarantee equal protection of the laws for all American children and thanks the Education Department for responding to our policy recommendations by doing so. Elimination of the race balancing focused guidance for college admissions is a necessary first step for achieving educational equality, after which resources and efforts can be jointly concentrated into improving K-12 education in inner cities and helping socioeconomically disadvantaged students achieve better education, regardless of their races. 

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Bishops call for 3-day Trump passes over Amul Thapar for fasting after Duterte says God is “stupid” Supreme Court By JIM GOMEZ ASSOCIATED PRESS MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine Catholic bishops on July 9 called for fasting and prayers after President Rodrigo Duterte called God “stupid” and questioned God’s existence in profane remarks that set the foul-mouthed leader on a collision course with Asia's largest Catholic church. Archbishop Romulo Valles and the association of bishops that he heads called for a day of prayers on July 16 to invoke “God’s mercy and justice on those who have blasphemed God’s holy name, those who slander and bear false witness and those who commit murder or justify murder as a means for ﬁghting criminality.” Starting July 17, the bishops asked Filipino Catholics to join bishops in three more days of prayers with fasting and almsgiving without giving other details. Duterte has had a thorny relationship with Catholic bishops, who have criticized his bloody anti-drug crackdown and vulgar language and expressed alarm over the killings of three priests in brazen gun

attacks in recent months. In televised speeches, the 73-year-old leader has often lashed out at Catholic bishops, recalling reports of sexual abuses by members of the clergy, includRodrigo Duterte ing a foreign Jesuit priest, who, he said, fondled him and other fellow students in a Catholic university. The Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines did not name Duterte in a carefully worded but highly critical “pastoral exhortation,” but the allusion to the president and his tough anti-crime crackdowns, which have alarmed human rights groups, was clear. To “those who arrogantly regard themselves as wise in their own estimation and the Christian faith as nonsense, those who blaspheme our God as stupid, Saint Paul’s words are to the point: ‘For the see DUTERTE on 15

THAI RESCUE from 5 were able to eat normal food, though they couldn’t yet take the spicy dishes favored by many Thais. Two of the boys possibly have a lung infection but all eight are generally “healthy and smiling,” he said. “The kids are footballers so they have high immune systems,” Jedsada said. “Everyone is in high spirits and are happy to get out. But we will have a psychiatrist to evaluate them.” It could be at least seven days before they can be released from the hospital, Jedsada told a news conference. Family members have seen at least some of the boys from behind a glass isolation barrier. It was clear doctors were taking a cautious approach. Jedsada said they were uncertain what type of infections the boys could face “because we have never experienced

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this kind of issue from a deep cave.” If medical tests show no dangers, after another two days, parents will be able to enter the isolation area dressed in sterilized clothing and staying 2 yards away from the boys, said Tosthep Bunthong, a public health oﬃcial. John Tangkitcharoenthawon, a local village chairman who was working as a volunteer translator for the tourist police, was bursting with happiness at the successful rescue. “If this place had a roof, the morale has gone straight through it,” he said. President Donald Trump joined those paying tribute to the rescuers. “On behalf of the United States, congratulations to the Thai Navy SEALs and all on the successful rescue of the 12 boys and their coach from the treacherous cave in Thailand,” he tweeted.

effective writing style, universally regarded as one of the finest and sharpest legal minds of our time,” Trump said in his prime-time televised White House announcement. He added: Amul Thapar “There is no one in America more qualified for this position, and no one more deserving.” As recently as last week, Thapar, who grew up in Ohio but lives in Northern Kentucky, had been mentioned as a finalist. But in recent days various news outlets had downplayed his chances. Trump had said he wanted someone with impeccable credentials, including a degree from a top university, such has Harvard or Yale, according to news reports. Thapar, 49, graduated from Boston College and earned his law degree at the University of California — both prestigious, but not Ivy League. He would see THAPAR on 15

He added: “Such a beautiful moment — all freed, great job!” One of soccer’s most popular teams, Manchester United, expressed its relief over the rescue and invited the boys and their coach, as well as those who saved them, to come see them play on their home ground this season. A message posted on the English Premier League club’s Twitter account said: “Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected. We would love to welcome the team from Wild Boars Football Club and their rescuers to Old Trafford this coming season.” The international soccer federation, FIFA, had already invited the boys to attend the World Cup final in Russia on July 15. However, doctors treating the boys said it would be too soon for them to make the trip. 

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Predictions and advice for the week of July 14–20, 2018 By Sun Lee Chang

Rat — When your wellbeing is at stake, it is important to shift your own needs to the top of the list of priorities.

Dragon — As you clear away the irrelevant factors, what seemed confusing at ﬁrst should start to make sense.

Monkey — Although you want to incorporate all of your wishes, you will soon ﬁnd that too much of a good thing isn’t ideal.

Ox — You have the capacity to juggle quite a lot. So the question should not be whether you can handle it, but if you really want to.

Snake — An oﬀer extended isn’t necessarily one that you should accept. Take into account the motivation of the other party.

Rooster — Growing tired of watching from the sidelines? An unexpected opening gives you a chance to get involved.

Tiger — Your preferred role is leader as opposed to follower. You are at your best when you are able to set the rules of the game.

Horse — Once the seeds of change are sowed, it will take a while to germinate. It won’t happen overnight, but in its own time.

Dog — A little housekeeping doesn’t seem like it would make much of a diﬀerence, but it will serve to get you organized for the hectic week ahead.

Rabbit — Discarding ill-ﬁtting items and accessories could leave you with more room for things that suit you better.

Goat — Are you seeing traces of what you left behind? Let the past live harmoniously with what you have created before you.

Pig — You have a bunch of separate pieces at your disposal. Finding a way to bring them together could provide you with an even more powerful tool.

What’s your animal sign? Rat 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 Ox 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 Tiger 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 Rabbit 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 Dragon 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 Snake 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 Horse 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 Goat 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015 Monkey 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016 Rooster 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017 Dog 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018 Pig 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007

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HARVARD from 4 applicants.’’ Harvard declined to comment for this article. At Harvard, officials see Blum’s latest lawsuit as an attack on their ability to build a diverse campus, and they promise to defend the consideration of race on behalf of other schools. Students for Fair Admissions counters that Harvard’s practices have unfairly favored white and black applicants at the expense of academically talented AsianAmericans. Recent court filings from both sides have cast light on the school’s selection process, including the numeric scale used to judge applicants ranging from their academics to their personalities. An analysis from Blum’s group found the admissions office consistently scores Asian-Americans lower on their personal qualities, even though alumni interviewers generally give them high marks in that area. The two sides are now sparring over which records should be made public. On June 22, Harvard asked a judge to redact or seal dozens of documents that Blum’s group viewed during the lawsuit and wants to release. Students for Fair Admissions says the case merits transparency because of its interest to the public and because Harvard,

ZHAO from 4 Texas A&M but also hit the gym, prepping for boot camp. And he trained — in uniform — with his unit. He had military identification and health care, he said. In April, Zhao visited Washington, D.C., for the first time, touring the White House and visiting the Republican National Committee. That same month, he got word from his unit commander: He was being discharged. He was told simply that his discharge was “uncharacterized,’’ he said. “I’m not a national threat,’’ Zhao said. “On the contrast, I’m a national merit because people like me with higher education and critical skills, we want to serve this great U.S. Army. I’m a good scientist no matter what.’’ The Pentagon announced last October that in order to apply for citizenship, immigrant recruits were required to have gone through basic training and served honorably for either 180 days or a year, depending on their Army classification. But that requirement has been challenged in court. Some discharged service members whose basic training was delayed cannot start the naturalization process. Others who started the process have had their applications put on hold. Immigration attorneys told the AP that many immigrants let go in recent weeks received an “uncharacterized discharge,’’ which is neither dishonorable nor honorable. A Brazilian reservist, Lucas Calixto, filed a lawsuit in Washington, D.C., last month contending that he was booted without the Defense Department giving him a chance to defend himself or appeal. President George W. Bush ordered “expedited naturalization’’ for immigrant soldiers in 2002 in an effort to swell military ranks. Seven years later, the Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest program, known as

while a private institution, receives more than $500 million a year in federal funding. The group argues that comparable records have not been sealed in similar cases, and legal experts say they haven’t seen other schools argue, like Harvard is, that their admissions process is akin to a trade secret. But some experts also say Blum’s group appears to be going after an unusually wide array of information. “It does seem that the plaintiffs are looking for a pretty broad range of materials,’’ said Robin Lenhardt, a law professor at Fordham University who helped defend the University of Michigan in a case involving race in admissions that went to the Supreme Court in 2003. “The parties in these cases are always contesting what should be sealed, what shouldn’t be sealed, but I would expect most universities to have these kinds of concerns.’’ In a June 29 filing arguing for disclosure at Harvard, Blum’s group described some of the files in dispute. The records are said to include several internal email chains including “incriminating and embarrassing’’ messages between two Harvard employees. Both sides are fighting over how much can be revealed about a “dean’s interest list,’’ which identifies applicants

MAVNI, became an oﬃcial recruiting program. The program came under ﬁre from conservatives when President Barack Obama added DACA recipients — young immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally — to the list of eligible enlistees. In response, the military layered on additional security clearances for recruits to pass before heading to boot camp. Donald Trump’s administration added even more hurdles, creating a backlog within the Defense Department. Last fall, hundreds of recruits still in the enlistment process had their contracts canceled. A few months later, the military suspended MAVNI. Republican Congressman Andy Harris of Maryland, who has supported legislation to limit the program, told the AP that MAVNI was established by executive order. “Our military must prioritize enlisting American citizens, and restore the MAVNI program to its specialized, limited scope,’’ he said. According to Air Force Maj. Carla Gleason, a Pentagon spokeswoman, the “overwhelming majority’’ of MAVNI candidates are from Asia and Africa because those are the critical language skills needed in the military. As of April, 1,100 immigrant recruits were awaiting basic training while undergoing security reviews, the Pentagon said. Eligible recruits are required to have legal status in the U.S., such as a student visa, before enlisting. More than 5,000 immigrants were recruited into the program in 2016, and an estimated 10,000 are currently serving. Most go the Army, but some also go to the other military branches. Zhao is now rethinking his future, but said he wishes he had a chance to appeal. “I need justice,’’ he said. “This is America. This is not China. This is not the Middle East. This is not a dictatorship. And that’s why I love America.’’ 

brought to the attention of Harvard’s dean of admissions. Details are redacted, but outside experts with knowledge of the list say it’s used to give special preference to the children of donors. “Different schools call it different things. One school can call it the dean’s list, another school can call it a development list,’’ said Rachel Rubin, founder of Spark Admissions, a consulting group based outside Boston. “It is certainly a practice that takes place at many selective institutions.’’ Other disputed records include so-called “one-pagers,’’ which compile statistics about admitted students — including race, sex and intended area of study — and compare them to statistics from the previous year. Blum’s group accuses Harvard of using the documents to balance the racial makeup of the incoming class, a practice that has been ruled unconstitutional in previous court cases. Harvard denies the accusation but says releasing the statistics would help applicants “reverse-engineer’’ their applications to gain a competitive edge. The case, which was filed in 2014, is scheduled to go to trial in October. 

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With a growing demand for its services, the King County Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) seeks a self-motivated, dedicated individual to lead and manage OLEO’s work analyzing the King County Sheriff’s Office’s internal misconduct investigations. The Investigations Monitor is an experienced, knowledgeable, highly-motivated, and enthusiastic team member who reviews internal investigations to ensure that they are thorough and objective, reviews the Sheriff’s Office’s determinations of whether an action violates policy or law, and guides systemic reviews related to internal investigations. This work helps to ensure the quality of internal investigations, identify and address problem areas, and provide the public with a better understanding of the challenges faced by community and police alike in securing equitable public safety. The successful candidate will play a key role in trying to ensure the integrity of the Sheriff’s Office’s complaint and internal investigations processes. This position requires a self-starter with a strong background in police practices, a law degree from an accredited college or university, and knowledge of Washington State Law as it relates to police practices and the criminal justice system. The Investigations Monitor is a salaried, at-will, overtime-exempt classification that reports to the OLEO Director or designee. To apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs

WMBE / SECTION 3: WCC actively encourages participation of Women and Minority Business Enterprises (WMBEs) and Section 3 Residents on this project. WMBE and Section 3 subcontractors are strongly encouraged to submit bids. PREVAILING WAGES: All subcontractors must comply with Washington State Residential Prevailing Wage requirements – see specific information under project posting. LOCATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS - Current plans, specifications, bid packages and bid forms can be accessed: Builders Exchange at www.bxwa.com. (Click on: Posted Projects, General Contractor - Project Areas, WA, Walsh Construction Co. Seattle, Projects Bidding. Username: walsh Password: safety).

A King County application is required to be considered for this opportunity. Interested applicants must complete the supplemental questions and submit a resume and letter of interest with your application. Position Available: Facilities Manager at University Congregational United Church of Christ. Oversee all aspects of facility maintenance and repair, supervise custodial staff, oversee the facility budget, and focus on the health of the building and all who use it. Qualifications: A depth of experience in facility systems and maintenance. Working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical work. Familiarity with City and Fire Department codes. Demonstrated ability as a supervisor who builds a team of motivated employees. Comfortable with computers and software, including MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to schedule and manage projects using organizational skills and software tools. Good interpersonal skills with individuals and in small group settings. Ability to stand, sit, bend and walk briskly. Must be able to move about the facility using stairs and ladders. Ability to work in small spaces and on rooftops. Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds. Compensation: $48,000/year. Individual health insurance, vacation, holidays. Pension annuity after one year.

Outdoor Research is hiring experienced fulltime sewing operators, especially Flatseam, Coverstitch, and Single needle machine operators. This position will be eligible for medical insurance and paid vacation benefits. Please come apply in person at 2203 1st Ave S. Seattle, WA 98134 or fax resume to 206-467-0374 or email jobs@orgear.com Chinese Information and Service Center is looking for a F/T Senior Center Program Specialist to assist the center coordinator in the daily operation of the center activities targeted at ethnic Chinese seniors. Outreach to collaborative sites is required. Bachelor degree in social work or related human services plus social services experiences preferred. Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) and English, valid WA driver license, access to personal use vehicle for outreach, with insurance and proficiency in using computer for work required. For job details please refer to: http://cisc-seattle.org/wp-content/ uploads/PDF/SeniorCenterProgramSpecialsit06222018.pdf

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Sushi Chinoise restaurant in Bothell is currently looking for a full-time server. We are a sushi restaurant and Pan-Asian grill with liquor service. Working Mon-Friday lunches and 2 dinner shifts, excellent tips! Must have 3-5 years full service restaurant experience, and able to read and speak English since our order system will be in English. Must have knowledge of Sushi menu & cocktails mixology. Please call 206-790-3611 or send in your resume at office@chinoisecafe.com Sushi Chinoise 19122 Breadslee Blvd Bothell wa 98011 Office Administrator

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Profitable Seattle Coffee Shop Cafe $129,900. 16 years same location / owners. Busy intersection. Heavy foot traffic. Turn key business, great staff. Owners retiring. Email arfghan@comcast.net or call/ text 206-226-4730.

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Wing Luke Museum

719 S. King St., Seattle, WA 98104 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Tue–Sun (206) 623-5124 wingluke.org More than a museum, the Wing Luke Museum gives you an inside look at the history, sights, and stories of the Chinatown-International District from the early 1900s to the present. Current exhibits feature contemporary art, bubble tea, and Bruce Lee. This Smithsonian Aﬃliate and National Park Service aﬃliate area is a must-do for anyone who wants to understand Seattle.

Seattle Pinball Museum

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Hostelling International at the American Hotel

This museum puts you in a world of excitement, fun, and magic. One moment, you are ﬁghting pirates of the Caribbean; another minute, you are King Tut; and then, you are transported to the world of Star Trek or the Lord of the Rings. Seattle Pinball Museum is the only pinball shop in Seattle. The 50 pinball machines in the store will make you feel like a kid again, and kids won’t want to leave. The museum has a total inventory of 200 machines, which you can rent for your parties.

520 S. King Street St., WA 98104 (206) 622-5443 americanhotelseattle.com E americanhotelseattle Q hiseattle Located in a renovated historic building from 1926, Hostelling International at the American Hotel is a multicultural hub for travelers. The hostel oﬀers both private rooms and dorm rooms. Beds can be booked starting at $37 a night. It also oﬀers free high speed Wi-Fi, a TV room, and a 24-hour kitchen and dining area.

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Plan a trip: soundtransit.org EDQMqS soundtransit All aboard! Take Link light rail from the International District Station to the airport or to the University of Washington. Sound Transit Express buses and Sounder commuter rail run through King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. Plan a trip at soundtransit.org.

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Global Travel/Seattle Chinese Service 659 S. Weller St., Seattle, WA 98104 Global Travel (206) 381-9888 Seattle Chinese Service (206) 206-1878 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat Global Services represents national and international airlines and provides special discount fares. It also organizes tours to local and national tourist attractions, including trips to Vancouver B. C. concerts. Other services include visa applications to China and other countries and also customized tours.

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This Storefront Real Estate oﬃce was opened in the ID many years ago by owners Christine and Tim Lee. Their passion and desire is to serve the ID and general community for their commercial and residential needs. Tim Lee has closed over $50,000,000 of sales in the last two years. He is also the founder of the Bellevue Chinese Chamber of Commerce. The couple is well connected in the local and international community.