Rally for law enforcement: Tolerance, collaboration, and dialogue
By Katrina Kukhar and Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff June 28: Included Facebook poll results on community support to defund law enforcement agencies Lake Stevens, WA, June 27, 2020 – The intersection of Highway 9 and 204 became the scene of support for local law enforcement and Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney. According to […]
Have you completed the 2020 Census?
Have you completed the 2020 Census?By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff | March 28, 2020 Update June 18: Latest census response rates Update May 12: Latest census response rates Update Apr. 21: Online self-response form and non-response follow up phases have been extended to October 31 Update Apr. 13: U.S. Census Bureau extended field […]
A weekend of fear and failure
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff The days of May 30 through June 1 were filled with trepidation, conjecture, riots, vandalism, looting, curfews and disappointment. What started as a peaceful protest in Seattle, was hijacked by nefarious elements bent on destruction and the perpetuation of fear throughout Puget Sound – from the Tulalip Tribe […]
Health Board members weigh in on Thursday’s vote, one blames Fortney
This article is an update to “A new sheriff in town” article Board of Health members provided statements Health District alleges Dr. Spitters already had the authority the Board of Health voted to give him during the special meeting on May 21 Washington Coalition for Open Government is looking into possible Open Meetings Act violations […]
A new sheriff in town
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff On Thursday, May 21, the Snohomish County Board of Health approved by a vote of 11 to 4 to give Snohomish County health officer, Dr. Christopher Spitters, the authority to pursue legal action against businesses that do not follow his COVID-19/health directives. This was a special meeting on […]
Republicans host re-open Washington rally in Everett
On Friday, May 15, hundreds converged at the Snohomish County Administrative Campus for the “Re-open Washington” rally hosted by the Snohomish County Republican Party. Event organizer Anita Azariah told us the rally is a show of support for small business owners and getting residents back to work. “Look at this turnout… people want to go […]
Snohomish County Mayors issue a joint letter to the Greater Snohomish County community
Letter from Snohomish County Mayors in its entirety. SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. (April 24, 2020) – The mayors of Snohomish County cities issued a joint letter to the community: It’s now been over a month since our communities closed down following the statewide orders to stay home, stay healthy, changing life as we knew it. Governor […]
Senators balance transportation budget despite $450M shortfall caused by I-976
By Cameron Sheppard | WNPA News Service Senators say they did things they would not normally do to make ends meet Lawmakers warn that new revenue streams will be necessary for future sustainability Facing a shortfall of $450 million, lawmakers this week patched together a budget to fund highway maintenance, the Washington State Patrol and […]
Girls on the Run Snohomish County – Registration now open
by Girls on the Run Snohomish County | January 13, 2020 Welcome to Girls on the Run! – a life-changing, non-profit program for girls in the 3rd through 8th grade. Our mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Practices start the week […]
Kirstie Ennis keynote speaker at 38th Annual Scholar Athlete Banquet
Kirstie Ennis keynote speaker at 38th Annual Scholar Athlete Banquetby Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Coaches from 26 high schools in greater Snohomish County nominated two of their senior scholar athletes to contend for the five $3,000 scholarships at 38th Annual Scholar Athlete Banquet. Edmonds School District students nominated were Alex Krueger and Mason Vaughn of […]
