Mill Creek announces new Chief of Police Stan White
MILL CREEK, Wash., November 3, 2022—After a nationwide search, City Manager Martin Yamamoto announces hiring Stan White as Chief of Police on Tuesday, November 1. Before his appointment, Chief White served as the City’s Acting Police Chief since December 31, 2021. “I am proud to announce Stan White as the City’s permanent Chief of Police. […]
County invests $7.8 million to increase access to child care
Snohomish County, Wash., November 2, 2022 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced that the County is investing $7.8 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars to increase access to child care, with a focus on children and families’ social-emotional development and affordability programs. Through these investments, in the second quarter of 2022, YMCA of […]
Here are resources help you prepare for flood season
EVERETT, Wash., November 2, 2022 – While many Western Washington residents welcomed the return of the fall rainy season, increased precipitation has prompted flood concerns in some areas. To assist residents before, during and after a flood event, Snohomish County departments – Conservation and Natural Resources Surface Water Management (SWM), Department of Emergency Management (DEM), […]
Comcast boosting speeds of internet customers across Washington
More than 1.3 million Xfinity households across Washington state – 22,000 in Lynnwood – have been waking up to faster Internet, thanks to Xfinity. Washington state’s largest gigabit network is boosting speeds on its most popular plans last week, providing customers with an even better connectivity experience as they stream the latest 4K blockbuster, game […]
Lynnwood Public Facilities District meeting on Nov 1
The Lynnwood Public Facilities will conduct a hybrid meeting to take place at the Lynnwood Convention Center located at 3711 196th St SW in Lynnwood. Participants may also zoom into the meeting. Meeting date and time: 10 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2022 ZOOM MEETING ID: 816 2979 5431, PASS CODE: 685278 ZOOM Link: HTTPS://US02WEB.ZOOM.US/J/81629795431?PWD=DGROZGJXAGTNU0D5MHI3MVHXZHVQQT09 BOARD: Rosario Reyes, […]
Veterans Day Parade returns to Mill Creek Town Center
MILL CREEK, Wash. – The City’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony and Parade returns on Friday, November 11, and will include several special events to “Honor All Who Serve” in the United States Military. The Commemorative Ceremony at Veterans Monument at Library Park (15429 Bothell-Everett Hwy) begins at 9:00 a.m. The ceremony will include remarks from Chaplain […]
Link light rail to single track late night for track maintenance
SEATTLE—Starting today, October 31, through Monday, November 7, Link light rail trains will be single tracking between the Rainier Beach and Tukwila International Boulevard Stations from 11:30 p.m. until end of service for necessary rail maintenance work. Both the northbound and southbound platforms at the two stations will remain open during the work. However, passengers […]
Flash Flood Watch for Bolt Creek burn scar in effect
The National Weather Service has issued a FLASH FLOOD WATCH for Bolt Creek through Monday evening as flash flooding and debris flows caused by excessive rainfall continue to be possible over the Bolt Creek burn scar. Residents near the Bolt Creek burn scar should prepare for potential flooding impacts. Be sure to stay up to […]
Mindful Mondays: Heart Strengthening Resilience
This week let’s focus on appreciating the edges of the seasons, fresh air, and keeping agile as we pivot in response to life. As we deepen into October, I want to share with you this quick video from Kelly McGonigal (Author, health psychologist, and lecturer at Stanford University who is known for her work in […]
Lynnwood Council passes car tab relief, increases utility tax rates
LYNNWOOD, October 31, 2022—The Lynnwood City Council passed car tab relief, rejected utility tax relief yet approved increased Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Utility Rates at its Business Meeting last Monday, October 24. Car Tab Relief Passes There was considerable back and forth on car tabs. Car tab relief, titled Ordinance 3416, ultimately passed 4-2 with […]
