A parent’s worst nightmare: Alleged child molester hired as babysitter
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 13, 2022 – New reports obtained by the Lynnwood Times show that Evan Root, 21, who was arrested for rape of a child and child molestation February 10, had allegedly groomed his 6-year-old victim for years with toys, candy, and even led the child to believe they were in a romantic relationship. […]
Mukilteo passes resolution relating to religious freedom and attire
MUKILTEO, Wash., April 13, 2022 – During its April 11 Special Meeting, the Mukilteo City Council authorized the mayor to sign the City’s Stormwater Contract, passed a resolution supporting religious freedom and was briefed on other city matters, including an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Everett to evaluate road repairs for Mukilteo Lane. To […]
Inflation jumps to 8.5% in March, real earnings down 2.7%
WASHINGTON D.C., April 13, 2022 – Yesterday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that consumer inflation rose to a 40-year high of 8.54% in March, up from 7.87% in February. The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 1.2% from February to March. According to the latest CBS News/YouGov survey conducted between April 5-8, with a nationally […]
South County Fire shares tips to keep roadways safe
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and South County Fire encourages drivers and passengers to help keep roadways safe from preventable crashes by following these tips: Put away your phone if you don’t need it for navigation. Use features on your phone that turn off notifications while driving. Use hands-free features (but only if they […]
Kamiak High School hosting its first full-fledged musical since the pandemic
MUKILTEO, Wash., April 12, 2022 – Kamiak High School is hosting its first full-fledged musical since the pandemic. Kamiak High School Drama is in full force for this year’s Musical CHICAGO! Kamiak High School Drama is an award winning and high-quality program that has taken a real hit over the pandemic. Ticketing link for online: […]
Community Transit is seeking public comment on engaging minority and low-income populations
Snohomish County, Wash. – Community Transit is seeking public comment on its draft 2022-2025 Title VI Program that addresses how the agency engages minority and low-income populations. Community Transit’s draft 2022-2025 Title VI Program is available online at communitytransit.org/title6. To provide comment people may email title6@commtrans.org, or provide live comment during a public hearing at […]
Lynnwood approves police body-worn camera fees and $70,000 in chamber upgrades
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 12, 2022 – Lynnwood City Council approved fees for record disclosure of police body-worn camera footage, amended its municipal code relating to business licenses, and approved up to $70,000 in ARPA funds toward Council Chambers upgrades in Monday’s Business Meeting on April 12. After a brief public comment section, Councilwoman Shannon Sessions […]
Body of 67-year-old man found in Lighthouse Park
MUKILTEO, April 12, 2022 – On March 27, around 11 p.m., a Mukilteo Police Officer discovered the body of Gary A. Johnson, 67, of Langley, WA, in Mukilteo’s Lighthouse Park during a routine clearing and closure of the park. The officer stated in his police report that the cause of death appeared to be suicide, […]
What you need to know about the annexation of Mill Creek into South County Fire
MILL CREEK, Wash., April 11, 2022 – The Mill Creek City Council unanimously passed resolution 2022-631 at a Public Hearing Tuesday, February 22, which allows voter’s the opportunity to decide annexation of the city into South County Fire on their upcoming April 26 Special Election ballot. South Snohomish County Fire and Rescue Regional Fire Authority […]
Mill Creek City Manager search is underway
MILL CREEK, Wash., April 11, 2022 – The search for the City of Mill Creek’s next City Manager is underway, and Colin Baenziger & Associates (CB&A), a nationally recognized municipal executive search firm is on board to help with the search. Last week, Lynelle Klein, CB&A’s project manager, began meeting with members of the City […]
