Local leaders thank Congressman Rick Larsen for securing over $10 million for community projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, President Biden signed into law the Fiscal Year 2022 bipartisan omnibus spending package which funds the government through September 2022, invests in Northwest Washington communities and working families, and provides critical emergency aid to Ukraine. Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) secured $10,662,665 in the package for ten Second District projects local […]
Lynnwood CC discusses ARPA funds and a new community fair
LYNNWOOD, Wash., March 23, 2022 – The Lynnwood City Council furthered their conversation on American Rescue Plan Act funds and Councilman Jim Smith’s Community Fair concept at its Work Session held Monday, March 21. All councilmembers but Councilman Joshua Binda was present for the meeting. Lynnwood ARPA fund uses The city of Lynnwood has been […]
Local Eats Spotlight: The Irishmen in Everett
The Irishmen in Everett is a local favorite, and that’s apparent when you hear the bartenders greeting customers by name. The pub has been a staple in the area since Barry Boyle, the owner, first opened the pub in 2007. One gentleman I spoke with—the first patron of the day when I visited, told me […]
Snohomish County residents brace for 0.1% sales tax increase April 1
SNOHOMISH COUNTY., Wash., March 22, 2022 – With just days until Snohomish County raises its local sales and use tax to fund affordable housing and behavioral health programs, is now the right time for an increase while the nation is experiencing a 40-year high consumer inflation? Beginning April 1, one tenth of one percent – […]
Tom Jordal welcomes community engagement through Port of Everett Redevelopment Group
MUKILTEO, Wash., March 15, 2022 – Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine recently recommended Councilman Tom Jordal as council liaison for the Port of Everett Redevelopment Working Group – a partnership between the city of Mukilteo and the Port of Everett to enhance public access to the city’s waterfront. Councilman Jordal is one of Mukilteo’s newest council […]
Hope Grows Where Light is Given: Unveiling Muradyan’s Seed of Hope at Esperance Park
EDMONDS, Wash., March 15, 2022 – Esperance in French means “hope,” so it was only appropriate that the sun was shining and mask mandates were lifted Saturday, March 12, when Tsovinar Muradyan unveiled her latest art installation, Hope Grows Where Light is Given, at Edmond’s Esperance Park. After a few words shared by Conservation and […]
Biden expected to sign $1.5 trillion omnibus spending package with millions earmarked for local projects
WASHINGTON D.C., March 11, 2022 – Last night, on a bi-partisan 68-31 vote, the U.S. Senate passed the $1.5 trillion omnibus spending package for fiscal year 2022. The bipartisan package funds the government through September 2022, invests in Northwest Washington communities, and provides $13.6 billion in emergency aid to Ukraine. U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), […]
Larsen applauds House passage of $1.5 trillion spending package
[ARTICLE UPDATE] 8:00 p.m. March 10, 2022: The U.S. Senate passes $1.5 trillion omnibus bill. The bipartisan Senate vote now sends the measure to President Biden for his signature. WASHINGTON, D.C., March 10, 2022 – Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) supported House passage of a bipartisan omnibus spending package that funds the government through September 2022, invests […]
County passes ordinance to allow DADUs to be constructed on rural lots
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., March 9, 2022 – This morning, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed Ordinance 22-006 allowing for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADU) to be constructed on rural lots within the county. Councilman Jared Mead motioned to approve the amendment which was seconded by Councilwoman Stephanie Wright. On June 9, 2021, the county unanimously […]
Lynnwood unveils new sign honoring veterans
LYNNWOOD, Wash., March 8, 2022 – City officials and proud veterans gathered near the upcoming Lynnwood Transit Center, Monday, March 7, to witness the unveiling of Lynnwood’s newest sign honoring veterans. The sign stands near the intersection of 200th and 44th Avenue West and is the first of many soon to be honoring veterans that […]
