A snapshot profile of the area south of the Kingdome, from the Sodo Business Association:
The numbers
Founded: The turn of the century
Square miles: 1.63
Population: 100 to 200 artisans living in converted warehouses
Parks: 0
Number of businesses: 1,891
Main Landmark: The Sodo Center, at 1.8 million square feet
Saturday, April 11, 1998
It's gritty, blue-collar and sometimes home
Residents and businesses fear new stadiums will paralyze traffic
Sears' legacy, Starbucks' action and Frank Stagen's vision
How to find a few frills and thrills amid the factories
It's a hit when former restaurateur switches to supply side
Urban art, barbeque and one huge building open to the public -- check it out
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