Bills push for improving salmon habitat, removing barriers
OLYMPIA, Wash., January 25, 2023—Starting at the Olympia Ballroom in the state capital’s historic district, students from across Washington carried inflatable orcas and salmon and marched through the streets of Olympia to the steps of the Legislative building. Chanting “Save our salmon,” members of the Washington Youth Ocean and River Conservation Alliance (WYORCA) and other […]
Challenger and Horizon Elementary schools get new additions to facilities
MUKILTEO, Wash., January 24, 2023—Both Challenger and Horizon Elementary Schools are getting new additions to their facilities later this year, adding 59,500 square feet to Challenger and a whopping 92,500 square feet to Horizon! As part of these additions, both schools, located just one mile away from each other, will receive new gym spaces, remodels […]
Soloman S.M. Kim appointed Snohomish County Superior Court Commissioner
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., January 24, 2023—On January 13, 2023, The Snohomish County Superior Court Presiding Judge George F.B. Appel announced the appointment of Mr. Soloman S.M. Kim as Snohomish County Superior Court Commissioner to replace Tracy G. Waggoner, who is retiring on February 3, 2023. Mr. Kim will join the court in the role of […]
Pilchuck Park closed Spring and Summer 2023 for construction
Snohomish, Wash., January 24, 2023—Pilchuck Park, located at 169 Cypress Ave in Snohomish, will be closed through the summer of 2023 for construction and maintenance. All baseball fields, sports courts, and the access road will be closed during this time. The Pilchuck Park access road will be relocated away from the Pilchuck River due to […]
ORR discusses its $20 million investment in access to childcare
SNOHOMISH Co., Wash., January 23, 2023—The Economic Alliance Snohomish County met with representatives for the Office of Recovery and Resiliency (ORR) on January 17 to discuss the allocation of $20 million of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that will increase access to affordable childcare in Snohomish County. Snohomish County Executive Somers and the county […]
EMS tax increase of 85% expected to dominate upcoming meeting
MUKILTEO, Wash., January 22, 2022—Mukilteo City Council will host a Work Session at 6 p.m., Monday, January 23, to discuss a proposed EMS tax increase, parking fine increases, and digital permits. The Mukilteo City Council Work Session will be held in-person and virtually by Zoom or the City’s Facebook page. The City will be honoring former Councilmember and longtime […]
Upcoming Lynnwood City Council meeting, January 23
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 22, 2022—Lynnwood City Council will host a Business Meeting at 6 p.m., Monday, January 23, to discuss/vote on commission appointments, salary schedule corrections, legislative priorities, and use of public facilities by elected officials. The Lynnwood City Council Work Session will be held in-person and virtually by Zoom or Lynnwood, WA Video Archive (swagit.com). Business Meeting Agenda (full […]
Marysville Mayor’s State of the City address February 1
MARYSVILLE, Wash., January 22, 2023—Mayor Jon Nehring invites you to join him in person or online for his State of the City presentation on Wednesday, February 1. He’ll describe the city’s recent accomplishments and challenges, and outline what’s ahead in 2023 and beyond. The program is followed by a question-and-answer session. The recorded presentation will […]
Lynnwood’s Mayor issues challenge to local students
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 22, 2023—Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell has issued a Mayor’s Challenge that encourages local students to explore and propose solutions to authentic issues in our community by using STEM principles (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Students in grades 4-12 in the Edmonds School District will have the opportunity to work alongside City engineers, […]
Bill proposes relaxing restrictions on low-dose cannabis drinks
OLYMPIA, Wash., January 22, 2023—Consumers will be able to purchase more low-THC liquid-infused products (cannabis drinks) in a single purchase if a bill in the Legislature wins approval. “HB 1249 is necessary to ensure that the evolution of consumer preference, and access to an increasing variety of these products, reflects those preferences and is aligned with […]
