COVID-19 vaccination permanently required for Washington State employees
Employees of Washington State must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 indefinitely, per a new executive directive Governor Jay Inslee released yesterday. Gov. Inslee stated that making vaccination a permanent condition of employment will address the “continuing threat” of COVID-19 and its variants “and ensure the health of our workforce.” Leading up to his […]
LT podcast: Sheriff Adam Fortney, in his own words
Join the Lynnwood Times for its first ever podcast episode as we deep dive with Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney into his Office’s staffing shortage, the Office of Neighborhoods, and the importance of transparency. A lack of support from Washington State’s elected officials, recruitment and retention challenges, and low wages have all contributed to a […]
Volunteers needed for Mukilteo’s Lighthouse Festival!
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 29, 2022 — Since 1966, the Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival has brought a surge of excitement to the City every fall. And with it being Mukilteo’s 75th Anniversary, this year’s festival will be no exception. “It’s Mukilteo’s 75th, so we’re going to host that celebration for the City,” says Candace Felt, the President of the […]
Lynnwood Mayor Frizzell talks recovery, public safety, and equity during State of the City address
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 29, 2022 — Mayor Christine Frizzell delivered her first State of the City address on Tuesday via online video. Her major talking points included Covid recovery, public safety, city projects, and equity. Throughout her remarks, she reiterated that Lynnwood is a welcoming place for everyone and even invited residents to share their input on […]
Marysville’s Strawberry Festival back in bloom after a 2-year hiatus
MARYSVILLE, Wash., June 22, 2022 – After two years of pandemic challenges, Marysville’s annual Strawberry Festival came back in full swing this year. The festival is a week-long, family-oriented celebration that includes a market, carnival, and parade. A Marysville tradition since 1932, the Strawberry Festival has been bringing communities from all over the county together […]
Lynnwood High School 2022 Graduation Ceremony: A triumph after Covid challenges
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 17, 2022 – On Friday, Lynnwood High School (LHS) held its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2022, which saw 323 students receive diplomas. Despite the grey skies and some students and faculty dawning ponchos, it didn’t rain on the Class of 2022; a small gift after losing the bulk of their […]
Exciting projects in development at Marysville’s Public Works Department
MARYSVILLE, Wash., June 20, 2022 – With 70,000 residents and counting, Marysville is the second largest city in Snohomish County. Integral to the City’s development is its Public Works Department, led by Jeffrey Laycock (seen in featured image). Having been with Marysville for 15 years, Public Works Director Laycock has seen the City transform. Today, […]
June 21: Upcoming Mukilteo City Council Meeting
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 18, 2022 – For its 6 p.m. June 21 REGULAR MEETING, the Mukilteo City Council will discuss/vote on the following agenda items: International Residential Code (IRC) Amendment Fence Permit Exemption (AB22-086 & ORD 1466) Before 2016, only fences over seven feet in height required a building permit. Staff believes the 2016 amendment was […]
Multi-agency search for missing diver in Mukilteo
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 17, 2022 – Today, at approximately 9:15 a.m., the Mukilteo Police Department (MPD) and the Mukilteo Fire Department responded to a diver in distress call at Lighthouse Park. According to the MPD’s press release, two recreation divers entered the water together, but only one came out, a 33-year-old man from Everett. This […]
June 13: Upcoming Mukilteo City Council Meeting
MUKILTEO, Wash., March 12, 2022 – For its 6 p.m. Monday, June 13 regular WORKSESSION, the Mukilteo City Council will discuss the final draft of the Waterfront Redevelopment Vision presented by Port of Everett Chief Executive Officer Lisa Lefeber. The Waterfront Redevelopment presentation will include: The final draft of the waterfront redevelopment vision statement and guiding […]
