Mindfulness: Non-judgment
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This month we settle into a new holiday season with fresh opportunities to live more mindfully. SETTLING INTO THE PAUSE – NON-JUDGMENT – NOTICING JOY – REFLECTION When it comes to cultivating Mindfulness, I find practicing an attitude of non-judgment toward myself and the world around me is both difficult and rewarding: inner calm, stress […]
US Trail Running Conference heads to Mukilteo in 2022
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MUKILTEO, Wash., December 11, 2021 – Active at Altitude, organizers of the US Trail Running Conference have announced that the tenth edition of the industry-leading Conference will be held in Snohomish County, Washington, in the city of Mukilteo, October 19 – 22, 2022. Snohomish County, located in northwest Washington State just 15 miles north of Seattle […]
State’s Transportation Improvement Board selects county project near Lynnwood
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EVERETT, Wash., December 11, 2021 – Snohomish County Public Works has received a $3.3 million Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) grant for the 36th/35th Ave W Improvement Project near Lynnwood and the Alderwood Mall. This grant completes the funding for the project and allows the County to move ahead with planned construction in 2023. […]
Protect yourself from fake charities and fundraisers
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OLYMPIA, Wash., December 11, 2021 – ’Tis the season — for happy holidays, charitable giving…and scammers. The Office of the Secretary of State is encouraging people to “give smart” this holiday season to help them ensure their charitable donations go to their intended causes. GIVESMART!, a collaboration between the Office of the Secretary of State’s […]
Community Transit adopts 2022 Budget
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Snohomish County, Wash., December 11, 2021 – The 2022 Community Transit budget details several projects that will have a lasting impact on public transportation by expanding travel options for riders in Snohomish County. Underlying these plans is the agency’s commitment to providing safe transportation for all. Budget highlights include: Providing safe transportation is one of […]
Pfizer booster now recommended for 16-year-olds and up
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., December 10, 2021 – Following announcements by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Pfizer boosters are now recommended for everyone 16-17 years of age who received their second dose of Pfizer at least six months ago. In addition, everyone 18 and older is recommended to get […]
David Chan sworn-in as South County Fire Commissioner
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EVERETT, Wash., December 10, 2021 – David Chan was sworn in this week to replace Drew Burnett on the South County Fire Board of Commissioners following certification of the general election results. Chan has been a fire commissioner in south Snohomish County since 2005. He was serving as the representative of Commissioner District 4 in […]
South County Fire seeks candidates to fill vacancy on board
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EVERETT, Wash., December 7, 2021 – South County Fire is seeking candidates interested in filling a vacant seat on the Board of Commissioners. The seat was left vacant after District 4 Commissioner David Chan was elected in November to an at-large commissioner seat. The vacant position will be filled by board appointment. Candidates must be […]
Snohomish County Public Works tools and tips for snowstorm preparedness
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EVERETT, Wash., December 7, 2021 – Snohomish County staff is reminding residents of some useful tools and helpful tips to prepare for any snow and ice events this winter. For those venturing through unincorporated Snohomish County, visit the Public Works Snow and Ice webpage for road closure information and more. Public Works’ new snow removal […]
Snohomish Health Officer Chris Spitters to step down June 2022
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., December 6, 2021 – After 24 years with the Snohomish Health District, Dr. Chris Spitters has announced that he will step down as Health Officer on June 30, 2022. “There is no work-related reason for my choice to resign from the Health Officer position, and I am not leaving for another role,” […]