Lynnwood appoints Arra Rael as DEI commissioner and approves millions in ARPA funds
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 25, 2022 – After an emotional 30-minute public comment section at Lynnwood’s City Council meeting Monday, May 23, council approved Arra Rael for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commissioner following a controversial decision to postpone the vote last month. Council also approved vacating 64th Avenue West for the Harris Ford expansion, and approved […]
Mukilteo looks to community engagement for waterfront vision
MUKILTEO, Wash., May 20, 2022 – The Port of Everett has turned to a series of community engagement strategies asking Mukilteo residents for their vision for the waterfront redevelopment project. One of these outreaches is a community survey available until May 26, asking Mukilteo residents what they want, and do not want, to see from […]
Rotary Club of Lynnwood awards $55,000 in scholarships to students
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 20, 2022 – The Rotary Club of Lynnwood presented $55,000 in scholarships to students Thursday, May 19, at the Lynnwood Convention Center, for their outstanding academic achievement and commitment to community services. “We’re very proud of these children. We’re so grateful that we have so many active community members that are able […]
Let’s Talk about Safety event in Lynnwood on May 26
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 19, 2022 – The community is invited to join local leaders in an open dialogue about public safety on Thursday, May 26, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church located at 6215 196th St SW, Lynnwood. Community members are encouraged to share their concerns and ask questions during this town hall event. The […]
Lake Stevens Food Bank struggles to gather funds for new facility
LAKE STEVENS, Wash., May 19, 2022 – As the number of families served have skyrocketed since the beginning of the pandemic, the Lake Stevens Food Bank is looking to open a new facility as late as November 2023, but is falling short of the $2.7 million needed to complete. Lake Stevens Food Bank has operated […]
The Disinformation Governance Board debunked and disbanded
The Disinformation Governance Board’s existence was made known on Apr. 27, when Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas first uttered its name during a congressional hearing on the border crisis. After noting how disinformation campaigns have been targeting Spanish-speaking voters, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) asked the Secretary what his department has done and plans […]
Snohomish County to host in-person pandemic recovery events this summer
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 18, 2022 – Snohomish County’s Office of Recovery and Resilience (ORR) will be hosting one in-person pandemic recovery event in each of the County’s districts this summer to connect attendees with County and community-based resources and services. Attendees will also be able to vote on recovery investment priorities that will guide […]
Recovery and Resilience helps businesses and communities bounce back from pandemic
EVERETT, Wash., May 17, 2022 – In the summer of 2021, Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers and County Councilmembers established the Office of Recovery and Resilience (ORR). The office’s mission is to guide the County in its efforts to recover from the pandemic and is funded to be operational through 2023. One of ORR’s primary […]
Verdant Health celebrates grand reopening
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 15, 2022 – Verdant Health Wellness Center celebrated their grand reopening Friday, May 13, after two years closed due to the pandemic. To celebrate, the Center invited members of the community back to learn more about the services they provide and partake in fun activities including photo booths, food samples, costumed characters, […]
Local business owners welcome Cinco De Mayo resolution
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 13, 2022 – On behalf of the City of Lynnwood and Mayor Christine Frizzell, Councilwoman Julieta Altamirano-Crosby presented local Latino and Latina business owners a copy of Monday’s Cinco de Mayo proclamation. The Proclamation was voted on and passed during the City Council’s Business Meeting on April 25th. “Cinco de Mayo serves […]
