SEATTLE-A volunteer community advisory committee studying the Port of Seattle Seaport Division's operations said a significant element of the study was an assessment of real estate options, opportunities and strategies to guide the Port's real estate portfolio.

PORTLAND-Vacancy rates are up just over a point, net absorption was modest and several projects are on hold, but things should be back on track before the end of the year, according to latest industrial market report by Grubb & Ellis.

AUSTIN-The Pauls Corp., a high-profile developer based in Denver, is getting closer to a decision about its first Texas project. A midyear closing is anticipated, opening the development door for most likely a high-end multifamily, condo or townhome project.

MORAN TOWNSHIP, MI-Enhancements totaling $1.3 million to the current Mackinac Bridge viewing area will improve the observation building, pave access roads, as well as add a walking path, picnic areas and landscaped islands.