The Cowlitz Indian Tribe advances vision for Mount St. Helens with $900,000 donation
Amboy, Wash., March 12, 2023—The Mount St. Helens Institute (MSHI) is pleased to announce that it has received a $900,000 gift from the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation, one of the largest contributions the Tribe has ever made to a nonprofit organization. This investment plays a critical role in efforts to grow youth outdoor school, establish a […]
Mayor Franklin delivers Everett State of the City address
EVERETT, Wash., March 12, 2023—Affordable housing, homelessness, violent crime, economic development, climate change and more recreational opportunities are some of the key challenges facing the city of Everett after a year of highs and lows, Mayor Cassie Franklin said. While Everett drew its share of highs with the opening of Paine Field to commercial air […]
Tonight’s the night to turn clocks forward one hour
At 2 a.m. this Sunday morning, March 12, remember to turn your clocks forward an hour for Daylight Savings Time—unfortunately you get one hour less of sleep. The Sunshine Protection Act, to permanently make daylight savings time the new permanent standard time effective November 5, 2023, unanimously passed by voice vote in the U.S. Senate on […]
Walmart stores throughout Washington going bagless in April 2023
OLYMPIA, Wash., March 11, 2023 – Walmart is doing its part to eliminate waste in Washington by removing plastic carryout bags from all stores in the state for checkout and pickup. Beginning Tuesday, April 18, 2023, Walmart stores in Washington will no longer provide plastic bags at checkout or pickup, encouraging customers to use reusable […]
County accepting applications for $1.6M in Arts & Culture Recovery Grants
Snohomish County, Wash., March 11, 2023—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced that the County is accepting applications for its Arts and Culture Recovery Grants. Approximately $1.6 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds are available for arts and culture organizations financially impacted by the pandemic. Interested organizations can learn more and apply for […]
Mill Creek announces new Deputy Director of Public Safety
MILL CREEK, Wash.—After a nationwide search, Police Chief Stan White announced the selection of retired Seattle Police Sergeant Eric Chartrand as the Deputy Director of Public Safety for the Mill Creek Police Department. Deputy Director Chartrand has nearly 30 years of police experience, which included assignments in Patrol, Anti-Crime, Federal Task Force member, K9 Commander, […]
Community Transit selects Geoff Patrick as Chief Communications Officer
Snohomish County, Wash., March 11, 2023—Community Transit has named Geoff Patrick as the agency’s first Chief Communications Officer, overseeing communications, marketing, and community engagement for the Snohomish County public transportation agency. He will start his job in April. Patrick is currently Acting Chief Communications Officer for Sound Transit (ST), where he has worked for 20 […]
39th Legislative District In-Person Town Hall this Saturday
Join your 39th Legislative District members for an in-person Town Hall! Join Sen. Keith Wagoner R-Sedro-Woolley, and Rep. Carolyn Eslick, R-Sultan, and Rep. Sam Low, R-Lake Stevens for a discussion on the 2023 Legislative Session. They will provide updates on their work in Olympia and ongoing legislation, as well as answer any questions you have. Lake Stevens The […]
38th Legislative District In-Person Town Hall this Sunday
Join your 38th Legislative District members for an in-person Town Hall! Join Sen. June Robinson and Reps. Mary Fosse and Julio Cortes for a discussion on the 2023 Legislative Session. They will provide updates on their work in Olympia and ongoing legislation, as well as answer any questions you have. EVENT DETAILS 2-4 p.m. Sunday, […]
21st Legislative District In-Person Town Hall
Join your 21st Legislative District members for an in-person Town Hall! Reps. Strom Peterson and Lillian Ortiz-Self and Sen. Marko Liias will be at the Edmonds Waterfront Center Banquet Room from 10-Noon on March 18, and we want to hear from you about the issues you care about. Bring your questions about the 2023 session, and we […]
