National PTA event emphasizes safe protocols for reopening schools
In a September 1st Facebook event hosted by the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and the CDC Foundation, a lineup of experts discussed the effects of COVID-19 on education and how educators can ensure safe practices as schools reopen across the country. Hosted by NBC News’ Kate Snow, the event, referred to as a “back […]
Let’s stay grounded
If you’re anything like me, you’re feeling these days like you are rearranging furniture on the Titanic. Just when you’ve reset the chairs a chandelier goes flying by, followed by a table set for dinner. We are living through a pivotal time in history that seems to spin from hopeful to terrifying on an intermittent […]
Education employees mandated to get vaccinated or be fired
OLYMPIA, Wash., August 18, 2021 — Today, Gov. Jay Inslee instates new vaccine mandate – carrying legal penalties – requiring all public school staff members, including teachers, administrators, coaches, custodians, bus drivers, vendors, etc., to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by October 18th or face “formal discharge” without unemployment compensation. Gov. Inslee stated that, in […]
The 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence Celebration in Snohomish County
UPDATE [1:20 PM AUG 18, 2021]: Added a statement from Snohomish County Councilman Jared Mead. Last Sunday marked the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence from British rule. Celebrations took place all around the world, and President Biden made an official celebratory statement about the holiday. This year’s celebration was held virtually, a decision made in […]
The spirit of Guerrero dances its way into Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 11, 2021 – Concepción Bello Nava (Conchita), the artistic director for the renowned Chilpancingo dance troupe Campañiade Danza Folklórica Xochicalli, is in Lynnwood teaching local dance groups Bailadores de Bronce and Herencias Mexicanas traditional Mexican folk dances. Silver Creek Family Church is offering its gymnasium to to the dance troupes for rehearsals. […]
NW shines in Taekwondo Nationals, Lynnwood wins 23 medals
LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 6, 2021 — The Pacific Northwest and Washington state shine at the AAU Taekwondo National Championships that took place July 4th – 10th in Las Vegas, Nevada. Northwest Black Belt Academy of Lynnwood saw 31 athletes fight and bring home a total of 23 medals. They won eight gold medals, eight silver […]
Light Up Lake Stevens, a show of community unity
LAKE STEVENS, Wash., August 8, 2021 – “I was amazed of how many people were at North Cove Park… It was a great, all around community event,” said Brett Gailey, Mayor of Lake Stevens, when asked on his thoughts of Light Up Lake Stevens. Because of the cancelation of AquaFest due to the pandemic, residents […]
Snohomish County bus riders will have direct connection to light rail this fall
Snohomish County, Wash. – Starting in early October, people traveling from Snohomish County will have more travel options to and from destinations in King County. Select Community Transit routes and most Sound Transit buses operated by Community Transit will connect to the new 1 Line (Link) light rail station at Northgate. Whether riders are going […]
Community Justice Center on hold, 26 minutes, and an eleventh-hour letter
LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 4, 2021 – The Lynnwood City Council voted, at its business meeting Monday, to postpone the vote to award the construction contract of the new $64 million Community Justice Center to FORMA Construction Company until September 13. The Council hopes that postponing the vote will allow more time to further investigate the Lynnwood […]
Primary Election 2021 Q&A
The 2021 Primary Election will be held on August 3 and local non-military ballots will be mailed to voters on July 15. In preparation for the 2021 Primary Election, the Lynnwood Times asked candidates questions to supplement the questions in your voters pamphlet. The Lynnwood Times did not receive responses from the following 2021 Primary […]
