County portal allows employers to connect local applicants
By Snohomish County Government | Press Release SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash, December 16, 2020 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced a countywide effort to assist job seekers and companies to keep talent local and preserve, build, and attract long-term partnerships with companies. Unlike other online employment portals, this is a unique connector given its special […]
L&I announced no increase in average premium rate in 2021
By Herbert Atienza | L&I Public Affairs TUMWATER, WA, November 30, 2020 — For the first time in two decades, Washington workers’ compensation rates have dropped or stayed steady for four years in a row. The state Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) today announced that there will be no increase for the average premium […]
New guidelines for in-person learning among K-12 students
By Office of the Governor $3 million from set aside funds to be distributed to implement health and safety protocols In-person learning resumes at less than 50 COVID cases per 100,000 in county Phase-in In-person learning resumes at less than or equal to 350 COVID cases per 100,000 in county Phase-in groups of no more […]
Lynnwood Link extension construction more than 25 percent complete
By John Gallagher | Sound Transit Civil construction on the Lynnwood Link extension is now more than 25 percent complete, marking a major milestone for the project. The final drilled shaft was completed last Friday, and more than 130 of the project’s 188 columns are complete. In addition, fifty girder spans are now finished. “Thanks […]
Lynnwood Police Department K9 unit bring holiday joy
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The Lynnwood Police Department held a meet and greet with the K9 unit on Sunday, December 12, raising funds for the special needs of its German shepherd squad. Curbside to Claim Jumpers and Anthony’s Seafood Grill at Alderwood Mall, the Lynnwood Police Department’s (LPD) K9 unit canines relaxed […]
Boeing using thermal disinfection to successfully kill COVID-19
By The Boeing Company SEATTLE, Dec. 15, 2020 — Boeing and the University of Arizona put an age-old technique, thermal disinfection, to use in the fight against COVID-19. Researchers validated that applying heat to surfaces, especially on hard-to-clean flight deck equipment, effectively eliminates SARS-CoV-2. Click picture below to watch video. Results indicate that the virus can be destroyed […]
Inslee proposes equity-based budget for Washington state
For the first time, the governor directed state agencies to center budgetary decision packages and legislation around equity. By Office of the Governor Gov. Jay Inslee today announced a historic equity policy package for the upcoming 2021 legislative session, including $365M for equity-related decision packages and budget items. For the first time, the governor directed state agencies […]
TeleHealth Access for Seniors
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Local students are fostering accessible healthcare for senior and low-income communities throughout the coronavirus pandemic with donated devices, virtually connecting them with their practitioners. During the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth- or virtually facilitated healthcare-related services- has grown as a popular alternative to in-person visits in efforts to mitigate the […]
Little Dogs for Big Dogs event Dec 12
Lynnwood K-9 officers Earl, Rico, Kiro, and Chase cordially invite you to a socially distanced meet and six foot greet! Where: Alderwood Mall parking lot between Claim Jumper & Anthony’sWhen: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, December 12.Suggested Donation: $15 to $25 Our K-9s and their handlers will be at Alderwood Mall with mini versions […]
Food drive aimed at keeping ESD families full and warm throughout the holidays
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The Lynnwood community worked to support its local teenager population, donating necessities and gifts at a drive-thru food drive and teen clothing drive at Lynnwood City Hall. To support vulnerable teen youth through the holiday season, the city of Lynnwood joined the Foundation for Edmonds School District: Nourishing […]
