Hundreds of Arlington students receive school supplies thanks to VOAWW and local churches
ARLINGTON, Wash. – The Arlington Assembly, in partnership with Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW), the Arlington School District, and Life Church 360, hosted a Back-to-School Celebration Saturday, August 14, that provided over 500 hundreds students school supplies going into the 2021 school year. In addition to the free school supplies, including backpacks and books, […]
Education employees mandated to get vaccinated or be fired
OLYMPIA, Wash., August 18, 2021 — Today, Gov. Jay Inslee instates new vaccine mandate – carrying legal penalties – requiring all public school staff members, including teachers, administrators, coaches, custodians, bus drivers, vendors, etc., to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by October 18th or face “formal discharge” without unemployment compensation. Gov. Inslee stated that, in […]
$6M ARPA uses discussed during Mukilteo CC meeting
MUKILTEO, Wash. – Mukilteo City Council revisited how to use their America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding award of almost $6 million during the meeting on August 16. As part of the American Rescue Plan Act, the city was awarded $5,985,212, which can be used over the next few years to offer relief to residents […]
Council passes spending requests for American Rescue Plan Act funds
LYNNWOOD, Wash. — The Lynnwood City Council largely passed immediate spending requests for American Rescue Plan Act funds put forth by Lynnwood city staff during their meeting on August 9. Director of Finance Michelle Meyer first presented the immediate requests during the city council meeting on August 2, which was a continued discussion from July […]
5th wave hits county… Delta strain!
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 17, 2021 — A county-wide increase of 1,168 new COVID cases since August 9th for a cumulative total of 42,580 since January 2020. A total of 642 people have died, an increase of 3 deaths within the same period. ICU capacity is at 90% with 75 people currently in county hospitals […]
The 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence Celebration in Snohomish County
UPDATE [1:20 PM AUG 18, 2021]: Added a statement from Snohomish County Councilman Jared Mead. Last Sunday marked the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence from British rule. Celebrations took place all around the world, and President Biden made an official celebratory statement about the holiday. This year’s celebration was held virtually, a decision made in […]
Vildan Kirby ignites a firestorm in Lake Stevens
LAKE STEVENS, Wash., August 15, 2021 – Political uproar hits Lake Stevens as a Facebook post comment by Lake Stevens School Board candidate Vildan Kirby ignites a firestorm of controversy. The post by a personal Facebook account allegedly used by the Lake Stevens School Board candidate stated, with possible glee, the “flipping off” of children […]
Music at the Beach summer concert in Mukilteo
Join the Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce for its Music at the Beach summer concert series! Located at beautiful Lighthouse Park in Mukilteo. Rock out with a 21+ beer/wine garden and a concert by local favorites. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS 4:30-9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 14, 2021Mukilteo Lighthouse Park$10 – $15 Tickets must be purchased in advance […]
Frequently Asked Questions on the Masking Directive
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 12, 2021 — On Tuesday, Dr. Chris Spitters, Health Officer for the Snohomish Health District, issued a new mask directive effective August 12, that stated everyone 5 years of age and up in Snohomish County must wear a face covering within indoor public spaces. The mask directive led to a lot more questions […]
Taste Edmonds event Aug 20-22
EDMONDS, Wash., August 11, 2021 – The Taste Edmonds event contract for 2021 was unanimously approved by the Edmonds City Council during their meeting on August 3. The fundraising event supports free community events such as the Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks Show, Tree Lighting Ceremony, Halloween Trick-or-Treat Night and the Edmonds Classic: Car […]
