Could a land swap solve Diamond Knot-Mukilteo woes?
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 14, 2021 – Even as the state approaches the prospect of re-opening on June 30, the lasting effects of the shutdown continue to be an area of uncertainty for many small businesses, including Diamond Knot Brewery & Alehouse (Diamond Knot) in Mukilteo. On June 2, its Special Event Permit issued by the […]
Mountlake Terrace Fire Station 19 welcomes new fire engine
South County Fire placed its newest fire engine in service with a traditional push-in ceremony at Mountlake Terrace Fire Station 19 this morning. The ceremony dates back more than 100 years to the days of horse-drawn equipment. When returning to the station, firefighters had to unhitch the horse team and “push in” the fire wagon. […]
County Executive proposes pandemic related hazard pay
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 13, 2021 – On June 8, Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers proposed ordinances to the Snohomish County Council to provide hazard pay to front-line, public-facing county employees and certain grocery workers in unincorporated Snohomish County. With the re-opening of businesses later this month, the tightening labor market, and the spread of […]
Marysville cooking up fun, fireworks for July 4th
MARYSVILLE, Wash. – The spectacular 4th of the July event in Marysville is back with a professional fireworks show and a new mix of fun. Food trucks, anyone? “As Americans we have so much to celebrate,” Mayor Jon Nehring said. “Community celebrations are more important than ever. I hope you will join my family as […]
Photo of the Week: Ivar’s Mukilteo Landing
Ivar’s Fish Bar, started by 33-year old Seattle native Ivar Haglund in 1938, at his aquarium on Seattle’s Pier 54. What began as red clam chowder and fish n’ chips has turned into a menu of dozens of items at several locations throughout Puget Sound. Ivar’s Mukilteo Landing started in 1991 and is the former […]
Register today for Lynnwood Police Youth Camp
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 11, 2021 – Registration is now open for the Lynnwood Police Police Camp for youth ages 10 to 14 years. All county youth are encouraged to apply; however, space is limited! It’s a fun week of learning safety skills, team building, leadership development, physical activities and much more! Camp Dates: July 26-29, […]
Fact checking…Misinformation
In another example of the power of social media, calls of bias and unfairness from the Washington Post spread to mainstream media outlets after a Facebook post at the end of April. The image in the Facebook post claimed that the Washington Post was going to discontinue fact checking on President Biden for the remainder […]
Dunn Lumber and Pinnacle Roofing explain lumber prices
LYNNWOOD – Since the early 19th century, the lumber industry has played a key role in laying the foundation of Washington State’s economy. Within the last year lumber prices hit record-highs. The Lynnwood Times spoke with the owners of Dunn Lumber and Pinnacle Roofing Professionals to understand why. According to Market Insider, spot lumber prices […]
City of Marysville S&P Score Upgraded to AA+
MARYSVILLE – The City of Marysville’s outstanding debt for water and sewer systems has been upgraded from an ‘AA’ rating to ‘AA+’ by the Standard and Poor Global Ratings this year, the second highest bond rating below AAA. S&P reviews the city finances, debt structure, economy, demographic factors and management practices of the governing body […]
Snohomish County Public Works wins APWA 2021 Project of the Year Award
SNOHOMISH COUNTY – At a virtual ceremony May 13, Snohomish County Public Works was awarded the American Public Works Association (APWA) 2021 Project of the Year award for its S. Machias Rd. and Machias Cutoff Intersection Improvement Project in the Transportation, Under $5 Million category. The APWA, a non-profit, international organization of more than 30,000 […]
