Ezell’s Famous Chicken Plot Twist, Seattle Icon Eyes Life Beyond The Family
Owner Lewis Rudd says he’s exploring franchising and may hand day-to-day control to outside partners, a notable shift for the family-run Seattle chain. Community groups and customers say they’ll be watching how the brand preserves its recipes and local ties.
Legion Benched as Sherman and Chancellor Pull Bellevue Sports Bar Off the Field
Legion Sports Bar — co-owned by Richard Sherman and Kam Chancellor — has closed its Bellevue Lincoln Square outpost and will focus on serving fans at Lumen Field. The shift moves the brand from a downtown restaurant to stadium concessions.
Bellevue Hotel Owners Snag Sea-Tac Hilton, Promise Top-to-Bottom Overhaul
A Bellevue affiliate bought the Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center at 17620 International Blvd and says it will fully renovate the 1960s property. County filings show an ~$18M sale, signaling a major capital refresh for the Sea‑Tac corridor.












