L&I announced no increase in average premium rate in 2021
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By Herbert Atienza | L&I Public Affairs TUMWATER, WA, November 30, 2020 — For the first time in two decades, Washington workers’ compensation rates have dropped or stayed steady for four years in a row. The state Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) today announced that there will be no increase for the average premium […]
New guidelines for in-person learning among K-12 students
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By Office of the Governor $3 million from set aside funds to be distributed to implement health and safety protocols In-person learning resumes at less than 50 COVID cases per 100,000 in county Phase-in In-person learning resumes at less than or equal to 350 COVID cases per 100,000 in county Phase-in groups of no more […]
2nd Person of interest in Olympia shooting
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By Washington State Patrol | Press Release Olympia, WA – The Washington State Patrol has confirmed there was a second shot fired during a prolonged, expansive, and often-armed clash between groups with opposing political views this past Saturday on and near the Capitol Campus, and is seeking the public’s help in identifying the second shooter. The […]
Brighten up your Christmas with this LED Lynnwood Lights show
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By Noel Pai-Young | Lynnwood Times Staff Ryan McGhie, a five-year resident from Lynnwood is putting on his third annual LED Christmas light show. A real estate agent for Keller Williams Bothell, McGhie lives with his wife Angela and one-year-old son. He is originally from the San Francisco Bay Area and attended college in Hawaii […]
Lynnwood Link extension construction more than 25 percent complete
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By John Gallagher | Sound Transit Civil construction on the Lynnwood Link extension is now more than 25 percent complete, marking a major milestone for the project. The final drilled shaft was completed last Friday, and more than 130 of the project’s 188 columns are complete. In addition, fifty girder spans are now finished. “Thanks […]
Lynnwood Police Department K9 unit bring holiday joy
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By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The Lynnwood Police Department held a meet and greet with the K9 unit on Sunday, December 12, raising funds for the special needs of its German shepherd squad. Curbside to Claim Jumpers and Anthony’s Seafood Grill at Alderwood Mall, the Lynnwood Police Department’s (LPD) K9 unit canines relaxed […]
Boeing using thermal disinfection to successfully kill COVID-19
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By The Boeing Company SEATTLE, Dec. 15, 2020 — Boeing and the University of Arizona put an age-old technique, thermal disinfection, to use in the fight against COVID-19. Researchers validated that applying heat to surfaces, especially on hard-to-clean flight deck equipment, effectively eliminates SARS-CoV-2. Click picture below to watch video. Results indicate that the virus can be destroyed […]
SOS Kim Wyman issues statement about website threatening election officials
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By Kim Wyman | Office of Secretary of State OLYMPIA — The Office of the Secretary of State over the weekend was made aware of a website that lists Washington state’s elections director among election officials nationwide who the site creators claim “have aided and abetted the fraudulent election against Trump.” The site includes images […]
2020 Chanukah celebration gave light to Lynnwood
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By Noel Pai-Young | Lynnwood Times Staff On Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, Chabad of Snohomish County hosted their ninth annual Chanukah Drive Through celebration at Lynnwood City Hall. The event featured live music, an LED performer, a five-foot ice Menorah by Cascade Crystal Ice Sculptures, Chanukah doughnuts and treats, and professional photo opportunities. From their […]
Inslee proposes equity-based budget for Washington state
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For the first time, the governor directed state agencies to center budgetary decision packages and legislation around equity. By Office of the Governor Gov. Jay Inslee today announced a historic equity policy package for the upcoming 2021 legislative session, including $365M for equity-related decision packages and budget items. For the first time, the governor directed state agencies […]