Ferguson announces changes to SNAP benefits due to passage of One Big Beautiful Bill
OLYMPIA—With the passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” today in Congress, Governor Bob Ferguson is advising that the approximately one million Washingtonians who receive the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see a reduction in benefits. In addition, the state will now be on the hook for an additional $87.8 million in administrative costs […]
Annual Port Report Coming to Everett Waterfront on July 16
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County will host its annual Port Report on July 16 in Everett. Presented in partnership with the Tulalip Tribes, Herald Media, North Sound Media, The Boeing Company and Snohomish County PUD, the event will feature an update from the Port of Everett on its economic impact and current projects. As a major […]
Report: Washington state has 3rd-highest childcare costs in the US
(The Center Square) – Childcare is a significant expense for families nationwide, but a new report from personal finance website and app WalletHub finds it especially challenging in Washington state. “For married couples in Washington, they’re spending between 10% and almost 13% of the median income, depending on whether it’s center-based care or like a home daycare,” […]
EASC hosts virtual panel on transportation updates on July 15
EVERETT— Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host a virtual Coffee Chats panel discussion titled Snohomish County Transportation Update, on Tuesday, July 15, via Zoom. This hour-long session will highlight key infrastructure initiatives and explore how current and future transportation investments are shaping the county’s economic and community landscape. The event will bring together local […]
The Y hosts first-ever “Clash at Camp Casey” flag football tournament this summer
EVERETT – The YMCA of Snohomish County is excited to announce the inaugural Clash at Camp Casey Flag Football Tournament, a dynamic one-day event set for Saturday, August 2, at the scenic YMCA Camp Casey Sports Fields in Coupeville, Whidbey Island. Open to boys and girls of all ages and experience levels, this festival-style tournament […]
PAWS successfully releases rehabilitated bald eagle back to the wild just in time for Independence Day
TACOMA — PAWS (Progressive Animal Welfare Society) today successfully released an adult male bald eagle back to his natural habitat in Tacoma, marking the end of a month-long rehabilitation journey that began when the bird was found grounded and unable to fly along the Tacoma waterfront. The eagle was discovered on May 29, reportedly unable […]
