Volunteer opportunities throughout Snohomish County
As its name suggests, working in community service greatly services the community members around you but it can also have other benefits from buffering a job resume to cultivating mental health. Many community service, or non-profit, agencies require volunteers to make their work possible and with the summer months coming up, now is as better […]
Recovery Roadshow event at the Evergreen State Fair Park on June 9
Snohomish County, Wash., June 7, 2022 – The third Office of Recovery & Resilience (ORR) in-person pandemic recovery community event is taking place Thursday, June 9, at the Evergreen State Fair Park, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. At this event, Snohomish County Council District Five communities – including residents and business owners in Gold Bar, Index, Lake Stevens, Monroe, Snohomish, Sultan, […]
Housing Hope south Edmonds project to begin construction this year
EDMONDS, Wash., March 23, 2022 – Construction for Everett-based Housing Hope’s new 52-unit low-income housing project in South Edmonds begins later this year through a partnership with Edmonds Lutheran Church. Located at 236th Street SW, near Highway 99, the new building will hold six one-bedroom, 34 two-bedroom, and 12 three-bedroom low-income units to address the […]
Lynnwood CC discusses ARPA funds and a new community fair
LYNNWOOD, Wash., March 23, 2022 – The Lynnwood City Council furthered their conversation on American Rescue Plan Act funds and Councilman Jim Smith’s Community Fair concept at its Work Session held Monday, March 21. All councilmembers but Councilman Joshua Binda was present for the meeting. Lynnwood ARPA fund uses The city of Lynnwood has been […]
Dr. Woodard: A “Beacon of Hope” for Snohomish County
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Wash., March 1, 2022 – The only thing Dr. Steve Woodard’s biography on LinkedIn says is “service is my calling,” a mantra that resonates through both his personal and professional life through politics, volunteerism, and education. Last month, Dr. Woodard was appointed as the new Vice President of Community Engagement for Volunteers of […]
Dr. Betty Cobbs receives ACT leadership award
EVERETT, Wash., December 18, 2021 – This last November, Everett’s own Dr. Betty Cobbs was awarded the Trustee of the Year Leadership Award. Dr. Cobbs was presented the award by the Washington State Association of College Trustees (ACT) for her contribution to Washington State’s community and technical colleges. Cobbs has served as chair on Everett […]
What’s going on around Snohomish County this holiday season?
Editorial Correction [1:20 p.m. Dec 17, 2021] The EMI Holiday Party on December 17 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. located at 1618 Hewitt Ave in Everett, will be at the Luck Dime and NOT the Everett Mall. Snohomish County, Wash., December 10, 2021 – The Christmas tree lights have been lit at Silver Creek […]
Evergreen State Fair hosts Food Drive and Food Vendors July 10
MONROE, Wash., July 1, 2021– The Evergreen State Fair is hosting its annual Fair Food Drive early this year on Saturday, July 10, 2021 from 12:00-6:00 p.m. in the west parking lot at the Evergreen Fair Park in Monroe. Having the food drive early instead of on opening day of Fair, which has been a […]
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Snohomish County, Wash. April 19, 2021 – Snohomish County, in partnership with the Volunteers of America Western Washington and key partner organizations, is now accepting applications for Snohomish County’s new Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program. County residents may submit applications by calling 2-1-1. What is ERA? ERA is funded through the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act […]
Over 3 tons of food collected at Evergreen State Fair for local food banks
The three-hour drive-thru event honored the start of the Evergreen State Fair and will provide 7,743 meals to those in need across Snohomish County By Rose Smith | Snohomish County Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Featured photo caption: County Councilwoman Megan Dunn (left) presenting Volunteers of America Western Washington with a check for $1600 at the […]
