The Seattle Medium, the Pacific Northwest’s largest minority-owned and operated newspaper, has launched its inaugural “Best of the Best Northwest” Reader’s Choice Awards, inviting community participation to recognize and celebrate businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. This initiative, employing a public nomination and voting process, aims to highlight those making significant contributions to the region by empowering others, enhancing culture, and improving the quality of life.

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The Seattle Medium has launched the inaugural Best of the Best Northwest Reader’s Choice Awards, an initiative designed to celebrate individuals, businesses, organizations, and leaders who significantly contribute to the Pacific Northwest community. The campaign is presently in its nominations phase, emphasizing community participation to identify those making a substantial impact.