Governor Inslee issues directive to freeze hiring, personal services contracts and equipment purchases for state agencies
by Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff Governor Inslee released Director 20-05 on today, May 13. Going into place on May 18, it will freeze hiring, personal services contracts and equipment purchases for state agencies. As stated directly in the directive: “The hiring freeze does not apply to positions that: Directly impact public safety, Are […]
Local restaurants participate in curbside lunch giveaway
by Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff On May 2, 14 restaurants across Snohomish County participated in the Curbside Lunch Giveaway. The lunch was to further promote the 2020 Census and make sure everyone participates. Additionally, the event acted as a promotion of small restaurants and businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Evergreen State Fair canceled for 2020
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Snohomish County announced the cancellation of the 2020 Evergreen State Fair, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Fair is an annual family tradition and was scheduled for August 27-September 7, 2020. The “Safe Start Washington” plan by Governor Jay Inslee has a 12-week timeline. This would equate to […]
