Two volunteer Snohomish County advisory groups seeking new members
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 21, 2022—Two volunteer Snohomish County advisory groups are seeking new members to further their work to advance effective and responsive government. The Performance Audit Committee supports efficient and transparent government operations, and the Tourism Promotion Area Advisory Board helps bring events and overnight stays to Snohomish County. More information on each […]
Democratic candidates dominate initial election results across Washington
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 3, 2022 – Despite record inflation, rising crime and increasing geopolitical tensions, initial election results show Democratic candidates overwhelmingly dominate races across Washington state. Trump-backed congressional candidates failed to advance to the General Election. To view the latest 2022 Primary Election results, click here. In a tweet last night, Tina Podlodowski, […]
For Community Transit drivers, employee benefits are the secret sauce for a great career
We’ve all felt the effects of the current labor shortage. But every cloud has a silver lining. There’s never been an easier time to find a job! But in a sea of opportunities, how can jobseekers find the best opportunity? “It’s important to look at the full package when comparing options.” says Melissa Anderson, who […]
Jane seeks revenge at Lynnwood pregnancy clinic
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 22, 2022 – On Wednesday, May 25, at approximately 2 a.m., Next Step Pregnancy Services’ ADT alarm system went off. When Executive Director Heather Vasquez and her team showed up for work later that morning, they found five of their clinic’s windows smashed and hateful graffiti painted across the front and back […]
Senator Lovick featured speaker at historic Juneteenth flag raising
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 20, 2022 – Today, in an historic first, the Juneteenth flag is flying at the Snohomish County Government campus. This comes just days after Governor Jay Inslee, along with members of Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity (BUILD), held the State’s official first Juneteenth flag raising ceremony on the State Capitol […]
County dedicates Global War on Terror memorial in Arlington
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 31, 2022 – On Memorial Day, county leaders rededicated the Haller Bridge as a veteran’s memorial bridge to honor local military members who perished during the Global War on Terror (GWOT) – 9/11/2001 to the present. A sculpture by local artists Caroline Sumpter and Don Frazier and interpretive kiosk are also […]
Proposed legislation forcing cities to increase housing density in single-family neighborhoods introduced
OLYMPIA, Wash., January 21, 2022 – Proponents of HB 1782 say forcing higher housing density in Washington’s cities will help reduce housing costs, cut fuel emissions and put an end to exclusionary zoning. Critics of the idea, however, say it will require significant overhauls in city infrastructure and reduce local control of housing options. Local […]
Is the Pfizer vaccine FDA approved?
On August 23, the Food and Drug Administration granted approval for a COVID-19 vaccine. But the jab in question is called the “Comirnaty” vaccine. The labels for vials of Pfizer-BioNTech are still marked for “Emergency Use Authorization.” The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of a COVID-19 vaccine has encouraged elected officials to move forward […]
Taste Edmonds returns with rocking music and tasty treats
EDMONDS, Wash, August 26, 2021 – Edmonds Chamber of Commerce’s Taste Twenty One festival kicked off with a blast August 20 through 22, offering three days of live music, food trucks, corn hole tournaments, and a two-acre beer garden to thousands of attendees. After a year off due to the pandemic, the festival returned as […]
Snohomish County Festivals & Fairs: What to look forward to this season
It’s beginning to enter festival and fair season in Snohomish County and, while some events have begun their planning, many still await local and state restrictions to announce their commencement. Snohomish The Kla Ha Ya Days Festival in the city of Snohomish has begun its planning process with a scheduled carnival running from July 14-18 […]
