Oboni: A micro-museum raising climate change awareness across America
In an era where climate change poses one of the greatest challenges to our planet, initiatives like Oboni are crucial in fostering awareness and action. Originating in Washington, Oboni is a unique micro-museum that is traveling across the country, focusing on regions most in need of climate education. From September 6-17, visitors to the Lynnwood […]
Letter-to-Editor: Climate change and its impacts on local wildlife & ecosystems
Do you know humans are expediting Climate Change? But we can fix it. Climate Change is a change in the earth’s atmosphere due to rising levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. When I think of climate change, polar bears come to my mind. Climate Change is the biggest reason why polar bears are […]
The Colville Tribes to collaborate with Inslee on climate change
NESPELEM, Wash., June 4, 2021 — The Governor of Washington State, Jay Inslee, recently called for a leaders’ summit with tribal nations to consult on climate-related issues. The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is pleased to accept this invitation and commits to work with Governor Inslee on these important issues. The Governor recently signed […]
Forbes recognizes Inslee for his commitment to climate action, new workforce initiative launched
OLYMPIA—Governor Jay Inslee recently attended Climate Week NYC and was recognized as one of 50 honorees to Forbes Magazine’s inaugural Sustainability Leaders List. “Humility is often a virtue, but I’ve never been humble when sharing the incredible work of legislators, Tribes, labor, businesses, community groups and so many others who have made Washington a leading […]
Everett Transit receives national award for climate action initiative
EVERETT, Wash., April 28, 2023 — Everett Transit received the Champion of the Challenge Award from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Authority for the agency’s Zero Emission Fleet Transition plan. This plan aims to electrify Everett Transit’s entire fixed-route fleet by 2028 as part of the City of Everett’s work to fight climate change. […]
Sound Transit earns Climate Challenge award from FTA
SEATTLE, Wash., April 22, 2022 – Sound Transit celebrated Earth Day by earning a Climate Challenge award from the Federal Transit Administration for its sustainability efforts, as well as a call-out by President Biden during his visit to Seattle today. The FTA Climate Challenge Award called out Sound Transit’s sustainability work under the category of […]
Snohomish County seeks candidate for Climate Action Advisory Committee vacancy
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 24, 2021 – The Snohomish County Climate Action Advisory Committee is seeking a new member. The Committee provides recommendations to encourage adoption of policies, programs, and practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), address climate change, protect public health, and preserve the natural environment in Snohomish County. The Climate Action Advisory […]
Lynnwood’s State of the City Address and how challenge drives change
Mayor Smith provided an overview of the city’s progress in 2020 City Council President Hurst introduced the mayor and provided a response in an exclusive interview with the Lynnwood Times By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Mayor Nicola Smith, in her State of the City address on the morning of January 27, looked back […]
Pedersen elected new WA State Senate Majority Leader
TUKWILA—Senator Jamie Pedersen (D-Seattle) will be the new Senate Majority Leader in the Washington State Senate, following a vote among Senate Democrats on Monday, November 11. Pedersen will take over immediately as Sen. Andy Billig (D-Spokane) prepares to retire after 14 years of service in the Legislature, including six years (2018-2024) as leader of the […]
Here are the pros and cons for each statewide initiative
Ballots for the November 5 General Election have already hit mailboxes throughout Snohomish County and the polls are now open for early voting in Washington. Those who have started the early voting process may have noticed a set of ballot initiatives in their Voters’ Pamphlet. The Lynnwood Times broke down the pro and con arguments […]
