Support 7 raises $100,000 at third annual reception and auction
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 17, 2024—Support 7 held its 3rd annual reception and auction at Community Life Center in Lynnwood on Saturday, April 13 hosted by former Lynnwood City Councilwoman, and current Support 7 Executive Director, Shannon Sessions. The annual fundraising event consisted of a silent auction, hearty appetizers, guest speakers, fundraising activities and an award […]
Mukilteo EMS Levy heads to voters for the August Primary election
MUKILTEO—The Mukilteo City Council passed a resolution at its Business Meeting on April 15 placing an emergency medical services (EMS) levy renewal on the August primary election ballot. The purpose of the ballot proposition is to restore funding for EMS to the previously voter-approved amount of $0.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value. “EMS is […]
From ’accidental politician’ to Vice President of Federal Relations
WASHINGTON D.C.—Former Lynnwood City Councilwoman, Snohomish County Councilwoman, and Snohomish County Executive Policy Officer, Stephanie Wright, is settling into her new role as Vice President of Federal Relations at Strategies 360. The position, she informed the Lynnwood Times, has been a seamless transition so far from her years working as a public servant in Snohomish […]
Tips on preventing house fires to keeping children safe
OLYMPIA—In 2022, Washington State had three children under the age of 12 die from house fires. Preventing house fires is the key to keeping children safe. Children are at significant risk in fire situations. Fires and burns are one of the leading causes of death for children under the age of fifteen. Young children may […]
Vote on New Mukilteo EMS Levy ballot measure with councilmembers vying for committee seats
MUKILTEO—For its Business Meeting at 6 p.m., Monday, April 15, the Mukilteo City Council is expected to vote on whether to proceed with adding a ballot measure to the August 6, 2024, Primary Election for a permanent EMS Levy Lid Lift at a levy rate of $0.50 per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation, starting in 2025. The current […]
WSP 118th Trooper Basic Training Class graduates 47 new troopers
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Patrol (WSP) added 47 newly commissioned troopers to its ranks on March 27 during the 118th Trooper Basic Training (TBTC) graduation ceremony held at the state Capitol Rotunda. Six of the 47 graduates will be assigned to Snohomish County. The graduation marks the completion of more than 1,400 hours of rigorous training, […]
Shape tomorrow’s commutes: Marysville Transportation Plan now open
MARYSVILLE—The Marysville Transportation Plan (known as the “Transportation Element”) represents the 20-year vision for the City’s transportation system, and how to make it happen. The Transportation Element is a section of the City’s 2024 Comprehensive Plan, which State law requires to be updated on a regular basis. Now’s your chance to review and comment on […]
YMCA Greater Seattle to celebrate Healthy Kids Day on April 20
SEATTLE—The YMCA of Greater Seattle is thrilled to announce its annual Healthy Kids Day® event, which will be held on April 20, beginning at 10 a.m. This event will be held across 12 locations throughout Greater Seattle. As a free event open to the public, the Healthy Kids Day® event provides many family-friendly activities to […]
Opioids remain deadliest drug in the United States
Zinnia Health has identified the drugs that are the biggest threat to the American population, with opioids being responsible for over 644,000 fatalities since 1999 and Psychostimulants holding the largest increase in overdose death rate at 5,848%. By analyzing overdose data from the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA), they discovered the total fatalities caused […]
‘Semi’ serious: Will Bird’s candidacy clip Reichert’s wings?
Campaign victories go to those who do the work to earn the win; party endorsements should be endowed by the same measure, but Republican gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird hasn’t earned that honor through hard work and delivering results. Politics is a blood sport. It is a zero-sum game defined by clear winners and clear losers. […]
