Brian Sullivan, Snohomish County Treasurer, honored with three national appointments
Snohomish County, Wash., August 7, 2020 – Brian Sullivan, Snohomish County Treasurer, was recently appointed to three key positions by the National Association of Counties President, Gary W. Moore (Boon County, Kentucky). The first, Vice-Chair of the Finance, Pensions and Intergovernmental Affairs Steering Committee, is where he will work on issues involving financial resources for […]
Snohomish County Arts Commission Seeks Inspiring Art for Edmonds Park
Call-for-artists seeks sculpture that reflects hope for new Esperance Park plaza By Snohomish County Government | Press Release EDMONDS, Wash., August 13, 2020 – The Snohomish County Arts Commission is seeking proposals for artwork for a “Hope Symbol” for the plaza in newly renovated Esperance Park in Edmonds. The competition is open to professional artists […]
Community comes together to support families in a time of need
By Harmony Weinberg | Edmonds School District LYNNWOOD, Wash., Aug. 13, 2020 – Not even the global COVID-19 pandemic can stop community members from coming together to help Edmonds School District families in need. Earlier this week, more than one hundred community volunteers and district employees worked to safely distribute backpacks with school supplies and […]
Op-Ed: Edmonds School District Superintendent Dr. Gustavo Balderas
By Dr. Gustavo Balderas | Edmonds School District Superintendent Dear Edmonds School District students, families, staff and community members, While I hoped to introduce myself to the community in person when I started my role as the Edmonds School District Superintendent on July 1, 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic changed my plans, as it has changed […]
WA State Democratic Chair Podlodowski on Biden’s VP pick
SEATTLE — Tina Podlodowski, Chair of the Washington State Democratic Party, issued the following statement regarding Vice President Joe Biden’s selection of Senator Kamala Harris to be his running mate: “Washington Democrats are thrilled with the historic choice of Senator Harris, the first Black and Indian American woman selected for a major party’s presidential ticket, […]
Commentary: Culp statement on Defunding the Seattle Police Department
By Loren Culp | Commentary It used to be that law and order was embraced by elected public servants, but from the governor on down, we see the exact opposite happening with democrats. Inslee locked down law-abiding citizens, then turned loose 5,000 felons from state prisons. Many whom have already reoffended. He is having departments […]
Eyman and Fortunato endorse Culp for Governor
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Bellevue, Wash., August 7, 2020 – In an announcement, Republican challenger Tim Eyman “offers his enthusiastic support for Loren Culp.” “I encourage everyone who supported me in my campaign to endorse, support, and vote for Loren Culp for Governor,” wrote Eyman. Eyman’s endorsement comes one day after challenger […]
Thad Hovis named Chief of South County Fire
By South County Fire | Press Release The South County Fire Board of Commissioners has selected Thad Hovis to serve as Fire Chief of the regional fire authority. Hovis was sworn-in last night during a board meeting held via teleconference. A 25-year fire service veteran, Hovis has been serving as Interim Fire Chief since the […]
Opinion: Fortney supporters intentionally put others at risk at rallies
I’m a county resident and I attended a gathering to raise awareness to Recall Sheriff Adam Fortney last month, June 27th in Lake Stevens. I met with some other Recall supporters and we committed to respect the Fortney supporters; some of us were very polite and friendly, striking up conversations and I even heard a […]
Lynnwood’s 2020 Primary Election Results
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Initial results as of 10 p.m., Tuesday, August 4, have several candidates leading to make it to the November general election. Results are based on ballots counted as of Tuesday, Aug. 4. . Primary election results will be certified Aug. 18. The next update is set for 5 […]
