Scott Murphy endorsed by Sen. Robinson and County Councilmember Dunn
EVERETT – Everett Mayoral candidate Scott Murphy’s campaign received endorsements from Snohomish County Councilmember Megan Dunn and Washington State Senator June Robinson this week citing Murphy’s “track record,” collaborative leadership style, and vision for Everett’s future. “I’ve known Scott for years and know he has the experience, integrity, and commitment Everett needs at this moment” […]
Snohomish County, POE, and Economic Alliance meet with Chubu IEA
EVERETT—Snohomish County, in partnership with the Port of Everett and Economic Alliance Snohomish County, met with Japanese delegates from the Chubu Industrial Engineering Association (IEA) on Monday, September 8, to showcase the region’s economy, workforce development strategies, and key industries. The Chubu IEA is a consortium of companies in Japan’s Chubu region, a region in […]
VOAWW holds its largest fundraising event to date at Lynnwood Event Center
LYNNWOOD—Volunteers of America of Western Washington held its sixth annual Hope is Brewing fundraising event at the Lynnwood Event Center Friday, September 26, with the goal of raising the $160,000 to support ongoing operations. The fundraising event was the nonprofit’s largest to-date and far surpassed its goal, raising $192,184. The event was sponsored by Boeing, […]
Join Northwest Girlchoir for Visiting Days in October
Northwest Girlchoir is holding its upcoming Visiting Days, October 13-14, and is calling on students in grades 1-6 to join one of their rehearsals. Northwest Girlchoir welcomes all girls and gender identities beyond the binary, fostering inclusivity and diversity within our community. Visit www.northwestgirlchoir.org/visiting-days-2025 to learn more and sign up! Rehearsal Visit Options: Parents of visiting […]
Hope N Wellness: a story of perseverance
EVERETT—At Hope N Wellness unhoused individuals can have a safe space where they can get a free meal, free clothes and hygiene products, receive peer counseling, housing and case management, or connected with local services throughout the region including substance abuse treatment and housing. Founder Jasmine Donahue knows, firsthand, what it’s like to live on […]
Sultan celebrates the opening of its new multi-million-dollar wastewater treatment plant
SULTAN—Federal, state, and local officials celebrated on September 24 the completion of upgrades to the City of Sultan’s Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 30403 U.S. Highway 2. The upgrades facilitate the long-term growth of Sultan and ensure that Sultan’s wastewater is properly treated before being discharged into the Sultan River. “As the largest capital project […]
Sultan celebrates opening of the new Mountain View Park
SULTAN—The City of Sultan celebrated the newest addition to its parks and trails system with a ribbon-cutting for Mountain View Park on Wednesday, September 24. A soft opening of the park occurred on March 1. “This park reflects the values of the City by creating shared spaces that bring people together, promote outdoor recreation, and […]
Canadian Supreme Court halts cull of ostriches at farm
EDGEWOOD, BRITISH COLUMBIA—With the whole world watching and holding its breath, Canada’s Supreme Court slammed the brakes on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) brutal plan to massacre 400 healthy ostriches at Universal Ostrich Farms. The farm, located in the quiet Kootenay town of Edgewood, British Columbia, has become the focal point of a contentious […]
Kelli Johnson, County Council candidate, seeks to be a champion for healthcare and affordable housing
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Kelli Johnson, candidate for Snohomish County Council, is running to expand healthcare services for the region, balance the county budget with no serious tax increases, and champion for affordable housing throughout the district and County at large. Kelli Johnson is challenging incumbent Washington State Representative and County Councilman Sam Low (R-Lake Stevens) for the […]
Ferguson honors 24 public servants with Outstanding Leadership Awards
OLYMPIA – Governor Bob Ferguson honored 24 dedicated public servants with the Governor’s Outstanding Leadership Awards on September 23 at the Governor’s Mansion. The honorees include managers from multiple state agencies and the University of Washington and Washington State University. The awards were created in 1985 by Governor Booth Gardner. “Washington’s dedicated public employees are […]
