Executive Somers announces $8 million for behavioral health projects
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 22, 2023 – Executive Dave Somers today announced that Snohomish County is awarding $8 million to five capital projects that increase behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment capacity. These projects will serve at least 440 new individuals each year, with the capacity to serve thousands, and the majority of projects […]
Snohomish County, Happy Hunger Games! And may the odds be ever in your favor
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 20, 2023—Elections in Snohomish County have officially kicked off, and like usual, filing week was full of surprises. From a father-son duo vying for Snohomish City Council to entire races in five cities and two school districts uncontested, this election season is going to be a game of strategy, wit, and […]
Julieta Altamirano-Crosby announces reelection campaign for Lynnwood City Council
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 5, 2023—Lynnwood Council Vice President Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby in her continued commitment to building a strong and vibrant welcoming Lynnwood community, is announcing her re-election campaign for Lynnwood City Council Position 5. “Lynnwood deserves a council, representative of its diverse make-up,” says Dr. Altamirano-Crosby. “Together we can build a strong Lynnwood community, […]
Upcoming 34th Anniversary Law Day celebration event
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 6, 2023—The South Division of Snohomish County District Court is proud to celebrate the 34th Anniversary of hosting Law Day. This year Law Day will take place on Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 9:00am to 2:45pm at 20520 68th Ave W Lynnwood WA 98036. This event is a success due to […]
Verdant awards $4.3 million in community health grants
LYNNWOOD, Wash., February 24, 2023—The Verdant Health Commission awards $4.3 million in new grants to 31 community organizations offering programs and services that address their strategic priorities: Mental Health, Healthcare Access and Food Security. “This funding will ensure that health related programming is available and accessible for the community. By working together with healthcare organizations […]
VOAWW awarded $3 million grant for Lynnwood Neighborhood Center
LYNNWOOD, Wash., February 16, 2023—Representative Rick Larsen joined by the executive team of Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW) along with Edmonds School District Family Resource Advocates, the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center Steering Committee, and community members gathered at Lutheran Trinity Church to celebrate a $3 million grant secured for the much-anticipated Lynnwood Neighborhood Center on […]
Former educator announces run for Lynnwood City Council
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 25, 2023—David Parshall, age 49, a former public high school teacher, announced today that he is seeking the Position 7 seat currently held by outgoing Councilmember Shannon Sessions. Sessions announced last year that she would not run for reelection. Parshall identifies roads and transit, along with public safety, livability, and preservation of […]
Lynnwood’s Mayor issues challenge to local students
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 22, 2023—Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell has issued a Mayor’s Challenge that encourages local students to explore and propose solutions to authentic issues in our community by using STEM principles (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Students in grades 4-12 in the Edmonds School District will have the opportunity to work alongside City engineers, […]
BOMBSHELL: City reveals Acadia Healthcare application document appears misleading
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 5, 2023—With approximately 80 community members and stakeholders surrounding the controversial Opioid Treatment Center present, revelations to process transparency, misleading application documents, and the for-profit model of Acadia Healthcare were front and center at Tuesday’s, nearly 4-hour long, Lynnwood City Council Work Session. All other agenda items were postponed by the council […]
Local tribes donate hundreds of thousands of dollars to help those in need
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, December 20, 2022—The Stillaguamish Tribe proudly donates over half-a-million dollars to the Greater Snohomish County and the Foundation for Edmonds School District receives a $15,000 grant from the Puyallup Tribe of Indians Charity Trust Board. The Stillaguamish Tribe displays its support for those in need with generous donations of $200,000 to Northwest Harvest, […]
