Marysville mayor elected secretary of the Association of Washington Cities
OLYMPIA—Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring has been elected secretary of the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). Nehring took office following the annual AWC Business Meeting held on June 20, 2024, during the AWC Annual Conference. “It has been an honor to represent the City of Marysville and neighboring cities on the AWC board, and I’m grateful […]
Three WA Attorney General candidates differ in policy and professional backgrounds
RICHLAND—On June 18, three hopefuls to replace current gubernatorial candidate Bob Ferguson (D) as the Washington State Attorney General (AG) discussed issues at a Richland debate hosted by the League of Women Voters of Washington. The forum gave further insight into each candidate’s respective values and political agendas. The Lynnwood Times breaks down how candidates […]
Grammy nominated pianist to perform at Mill Creek Town Center
MILL CREEK—The City of Mill Creek is thrilled to inaugurate Pianos on Main 2024 with a free extraordinary outdoor concert, a rare chance to experience the musical genius of Josh Rawlings live. On Monday, July 1, we invite you to be part of this unique event. Josh, a Grammy-nominated and Platinum Album Award-winning composer, studio […]
Rep Larsen requests more than $42 million for local projects
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) requested $42,399,656 for fifteen local projects in the Fiscal Year 2025 spending bill. Larsen submitted the requests to the House Appropriations Committee as the Committee begins work on legislation to fund the federal government. “My priority in shaping spending bills is to invest in Northwest Washington communities,” said Larsen. “I […]
Detroit is back: The rise, fall, and rise of Motor City
DETROIT—The Mayor’s Office of Detroit, nonprofits, and the city’s Fortune 500 companies have all banded together to revitalize a city that was once left in the ashes of urban decay and bankruptcy. Detroit has made significant strides in the last decade to put it back on the map as a thriving city without using its […]
WSU Everett highlights successes and future plans at annual address
EVERETT—Washington State University President Kurt Schultz provided insights into the past year’s achievements and challenges, as well as the future direction of the university at the State of the University Address held on the Everett campus on March 26. The address began by highlighting the University’s recent fusion week, which was held on October 12 […]
Outgoing Lynnwood Parks Director ‘disappointed’ with mayor for not following succession plan
LYNNWOOD—When former Lynnwood Parks & Recreation Director, Lynn Sordel, announced his retirement in November of 2023, he made it clear to council that he would deliver a comprehensive succession plan to be submitted to Mayor Christine Frizzell. But now the retired Lynnwood Parks & Recreation Director feels “disappointed” with Mayor Frizzell for neither following through […]
Verdant awards over $3.2 million in funding to 35 nonprofits
LYNNWOOD—At the February 28th board meeting, the Verdant Health Commission Board awarded $3,266,875 to 35 nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the residents of South Snohomish County. Awardees were selected from an open application process and funded programs will support diverse projects throughout the community. Each of the funded projects addresses one […]
Washington State Energy Workgroup to host Washington State Energy Symposium
LACEY—The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office, as part of the Washington State Energy Workgroup, will be hosting The Washington State Energy Symposium on Thursday, February 22, through Saturday, February 24, at the Lacey Campus of South Puget Sound Community College (4220 6th Ave SE Lacey, WA.) The event will run daily from 8:00 a.m. until […]
Statewide bill introduced to outlaw public drug use exposure of fentanyl and meth
LAKE STEVENS—House Bill 2002 would make it a gross misdemeanor—or a class C felony if a minor is involved—to knowingly or intentionally exhale the smoke of fentanyl, methamphetamine, or their derivatives in a public space within 10 feet of another person, or within an enclosed public space with another person. The landmark bill, introduced by […]
