Hundreds of students explored careers in healthcare with ECHO Tour
EVERETT—Approximately 600 students from 24 Snohomish County high schools are gaining hands-on exposure to healthcare careers by in-field professionals in the county’s first Exploring Careers & Healthcare Opportunities (ECHO) work-based learning tour that began on Monday, March 18, at Everett Community College. “I like the specializing of everything, and the time is good; the sessions […]
Sno-Isle Libraries announces Executive Director’s retirement
SNOHOMISH and ISLAND COUNTIES—Sno-Isle Libraries Executive Director Lois Langer Thompson announced her intent to retire in July. After over five years of dedicated service, Lois Langer Thompson leaves behind a legacy of transformative change through her commitment to equity and dedication to creating inspiring, welcoming spaces. “Lois exemplifies dedication and passion to shape our libraries […]
Two Republican political juggernauts not seeking re-election in 2024
OLYMPIA—Former Republican House Minority Leader, J.T. Wilcox (R-Yelm) and Senator Lynda Wilson (R-Vancouver), announce their retirements from the Washington State Legislature. Rep. Wilcox, who serves the Second Legislative District, in a letter on February 28 to lawmakers in the House and Senate, shared that he intends to retire after 14 years from the Washington State […]
Emerald City Comic Con 2024 comes to a close with a knockout celebrity guestlist
SEATTLE—Emerald City Comic Con, the region’s largest celebration of geek and pop culture, returned last weekend for its 21st year with what may be its biggest celebrity lineup since the pandemic. The convention spanned from Thursday, February 29 through Sunday, March 3, opening each day at 10 a.m. with events lasting until passed midnight in […]
Applications open for the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator Program
Snohomish County—Executive Dave Somers encourages Snohomish County-based businesses to apply for the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator (GSEA) program, which provides export assistance and new trade opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses in Snohomish, Pierce, and King County. The program is operated by Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) with financial support from Snohomish County and is designed […]
Lynnwood-based Mini Einstein’s Learning Center receives $1.85 million grant
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood-based Mini Einstein’s Learning Center was the recipient of a grant by the Washington State Department of Commerce to provide a high-quality early learning space in South Snohomish County. The agency recently awarded $30.4 million in capital funds to 42 early learning facilities that serve nearly 2,500 children across 15 counties to create 2,422 new […]
Economic Alliance shares forecast for Snohomish County, presents awards
TULALIP—The Economic Alliance of Snohomish County shared its economic forecast and presented five awards to key community members at its annual meeting on Wednesday, February 21, at Tulalip Resort and Casino. The event kicked off with a networking lunch in the resort’s gorgeous Orca Ballroom before Wendy Poischbeg, Interim President and CEO, took the stage […]
New Lynnwood Neighborhood Center to begin construction this April
LYNNWOOD—Volunteers of America’s new Lynnwood Neighborhood Center is set to begin construction this upcoming April 15 which will serve over 20,000 community members annually, from the most vulnerable needing support to at-risk children and youth. “The Lynnwood Neighborhood Center is a true partnership between the faith community, the local businesses, the local community members and […]
Rowdy Mukilteo Town Hall criticize lawmaker’s handling of statewide issues
MUKILTEO—Senator Marko Liias (D-Mukilteo), Representatives Lillian Ortiz-Self (D-Mukilteo) and Strom Peterson (D-Edmonds), shared their priorities and heard from constituents at a 21st Legislative District town hall event at Kamiak High School in Mukilteo, on Saturday, February 17. The event was emceed by Mukilteo Council President Louis Harris. Washington’s 21st Legislative District encompasses portions of Everett, […]
Information Session for the Small Business Innovation Assistance Program
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—An information session for the Snohomish County Small Business Innovation Assistance (SBIA) program is taking place this Tuesday, February 13 at Everett Community College. SBIA provides technical assistance services coupled with access to grants to help Snohomish County-based small businesses recover from the effects of the pandemic as well as incentivize new, innovative ideas from start-ups […]
