Inslee proclaims Law Enforcement Recognition Week
OLYMPIA—For their ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty or for their distinguished exceptional meritorious conduct, 22 law enforcement officers were recognized on Friday, May 3, at the 2024 Peace Officers Memorial and Law Enforcement Medal of Honor Ceremony. “I want to say thanks for just being there in those moments of extreme danger and […]
Lynnwood redacts Parks Director applications in wake of transparency concerns
LYNNWOOD—In following up with some City of Lynnwood staff members’, and former staff members’, concerns over the city’s lack of transparency related to executive leadership position appointments, the Lynnwood Times requested to see all applications of those applying, and interviewing, for the vacant Parks Director position left when former Director Lynn Sordel’s retired; however, all […]
Washington Farm Bureau names Van De Wege Legislator of Year
OLYMPIA—Senator Kevin Van De Wege (D-Lake Sutherland) has been named Legislator of the Year by the Washington State Farm Bureau in recognition of his work in support of farm and ranch families across Washington state. Van De Wege, who chairs the Senate Agriculture, Water, Natural Resources & Parks Committee, has served on natural resource committees […]
Kathryn McCutchan named Director of Social Services for Homage
LYNNWOOD—Homage, the largest provider of services for older adults and people with disabilities in Snohomish County, has appointed Kathryn McCutchan, Director of Social Services. McCutchan brings nearly three decades of expertise in behavioral health services administration, community-based programming in prevention and intervention services, federal grants management, and project development and planning to her new post. She […]
County honors community members of Mexican and AAPI heritage
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council honored both the county’s robust Asian/Pacific Islander and Mexican communities on Wednesday, May 1, by signing two separate proclamations recognizing May as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month; and recognizing May 5 officially as Cinco de Mayo. The General Legislative Session kicked off with council unanimously passing Resolution 24-023, […]
Public invited to talk on Mental Health and Substance Abuse in Snohomish County
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) announces the upcoming virtual event, Coffee Chats: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Update that will take place on May 14. Hosted by EASC, Coffee Chats are a series of virtual events that offer discussions on relevant community topics. The event, moderated by Wendy Poischbeg, Interim President & CEO of EASC, […]
Snohomish County now to require annual drug testing of its housing properties
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council adopted Ordinance 24-011 at its Public Hearing on May 1, with a vote of 3-2, that will now require annual drug testing of county-owned supportive housing facilities for hazardous chemicals. The ordinance, introduced by Councilmember Nate Nehring was adopted on a 3-2 vote with Council Chair Jared Mead and Councilman Sam […]
CD2 candidate calls on challenger to withdraw, arrested at ceasefire protest
ST. LOUIS, Mo.—Jason Call, Green Party congressional candidate for the Second District, called upon Lynnwood City Councilman and fellow candidate, Josh Binda, to exit the race one day before being arrested on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, standing in “solidarity” with protestors calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Both Call and […]
EASC and business leaders to advocate priorities in DC
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is holding its annual D.C. Fly-In May 7-10, bringing business and community leaders together to discuss the region’s federal priorities over a three-day itinerary. Delegation members will meet with congressional members, Senators and federal agencies as they take Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s federal agenda to key policy makers. The trip […]
Mini Einstein Learning Center holds ribbon cutting for new childcare facility
LYNNWOOD—Mini Einstein early childcare learning center held a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house Friday, April 26, commemorating its brand-new building at 21020 67th Avenue West in Lynnwood. The building will officially open on May 1, after a long, five years in-the-making. “Mini Einsteins is very welcoming, and they’ve been so great with our kids, […]
