Good news for the Mukilteo economy: Sales tax revenues 33% higher than expected
MUKILTEO, Wash., July 29, 2021 – The City of Mukilteo sales tax revenues continue to perform above expectations, 33.7% higher than anticipated last fall – good news for the Mukilteo economy and for Mukilteo businesses. “This is great news for city services, but even better news for the local economy. A healthy economy where every […]
Lynnwood Council voted to allow AG to investigate LPD
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 27, 2021 – City Council met July 26 in an emotional meeting that lasted three hours. Before the meeting, protestors gathered outside for an hour in response to Tirhas Tesfatsion’s death in the Lynnwood Jail on July 13. According to the Snohomish County Medical Examiner, Tesfatsion’s cause of death was declared a […]
Cultivating an attitude of acceptance
Generally, I’m an optimist; a ‘ Glass Half Full’ kind of person. Now, what is IN that glass is usually the story of the moment. Is it un-drinkable, un-shareable, and toxic, or is it a pleasant and nourishing elixir? I came to the rather settling conclusion recently that life is in general a shitstorm. Some […]
Mass production of the all-electric truck is here
Dodge parent-company Stellantis recently announced that the automotive manufacturer plans to release an all-electric Ram 1500 truck in 2024. This is just the latest in a growing field of all-electric trucks. Here’s a look at some of the contenders. Ford caught a lot of attention toward the end of May when they unveiled the all-electric […]
The plight of Cuba, communism’s failure
Cubans have taken to the streets in recent days, protesting against their authoritarian government and demanding immediate change. Complications of electrical power shortages, economic hardships, food scarcities, and insufficient medical responses are all unfolding in Cuba as the island’s people struggle with impacts of both U.S. foreign policy and the pandemic. What the People Want On […]
Lake Stevens council set to disperse $9.5M in ARPA funds
LAKE STEVENS, Wash., July 23, 2021 – The City of Lake Stevens is set to receive $9.466 million in federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The city council unanimously passed a motion to allow the mayor to disperse the ARPA funding as recommended during their meeting on July 13, though future changes […]
Islamic Community celebrates Eid al-Adha
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 21, 2021 – Hundreds gathered at the Lynnwood Convention Center on July 20th to celebrate the first day of the Islamic celebration of Eid al-Adha, the festival of sacrifice. As attendees ushered in, dressed in their finest, masks equipped, paper prayer mats were distributed to those who did not bring their own. […]
Snohomish County to open new behavioral health facility
EVERETT, Wash., July 14, 2021 – Today, Snohomish County, along with its partners, announced the completion of the North Sound Behavioral Health facility at the Denney Juvenile Justice Center in Everett. The facility will help the county address the local, regional and statewide challenges related to the opioid epidemic. The facility will have two units […]
Joe Marine mayoral campaign kicks off at Tapped Mukilteo
MUKILTEO, Wash. — One hundred-plus people packed Tapped Mukilteo Wednesday, July 7th from 6-8 p.m. to support City Councilman Joe Marine in his re-election bid to return as Mayor of Mukilteo. The Marine mayoral campaign kickoff was so packed that many attendees had to wait outside to enter. Many of those opted to hop in […]
Upcoming Lynnwood Summer Activities
As we move towards the longer days of summer, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation is excited to once again offer summer activities. Join us for an evening at Wilco Park where local non-profit agencies will provide information about their no-cost or low-cost services, resources and programs for you and your family. We’ll have free, fun, safe […]
