Alderwood Boys & Girls Club seeks help in finding two stolen vans
LYNNWOOD—The Alderwood Boys & Girls Club is seeking the public’s help in finding two of its vans that were stolen sometime between Friday night and Saturday morning, February 10. Now, the community organization whose sole purpose is to provide a safe and supportive space for youth, is left with one working van. No photos of […]
Larsen releases report to combat opioid epidemic in NW Washington
WASHINGTON D.C.—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released a district opioid report on January 25 analyzing the opioid epidemic in Northwest Washington while presenting several federal policy recommendations he believes could address the issues facing local communities. “It is time to regain the momentum to combat the opioid epidemic and save lives,” said Larsen. “Congress and the […]
WA Republican Congresswoman not seeking re-election for 2024
Washington, D.C.—Ten-term Congresswoman, Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) of Eastern Washington, announced on Thursday, February 8, that she will not be seeking re-election this year. “It’s been the honor and privilege of my life to represent the people of Eastern Washington in Congress,” Representative McMorris Rodgers wrote in a statement announcing her decision. “They inspire me […]
Transportation update: Lynnwood Light Rail and Swift Orange Line
EVERETT—The Economic Alliance of Snohomish County held a Coffee Chat event with local leaders on February 6 to discuss key transportation projects within Snohomish County, including the Lynnwood Link Extension, offering an update on developments shaping the county’s transportation landscape. The event was hosted by Wendy Poischbeg, Interim President and CEO of the Economic Alliance, […]
Starlink, what is it, how do I get it, and for how much?
In 2015, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced a Seattle-based office focused on satellites and “rebuilding the internet in space.” Over eight years later, SpaceX has launched more than 5,000 Starlink satellites and has coverage on all seven continents. The company posted that it now has over 2 million active customers in more than 60 countries. […]
Manhunt for two armed suspects in Sunday shoot-out in Marysville
MARYSVILLE—A multi-agency search is underway for two remaining armed suspects involved in a Sunday morning shoot-out with a Marysville homeowner. Three armed suspects in a stolen red Chevrolet Camaro from the city of Tukwila confronted a Marysville resident at his home, near 84th St NE and 41st Drive NE, who was also armed. Gunfire was […]
Alderwood Boys & Girls Club unveils plaque memorializing Jim Corcoran
LYNNWOOD—The Alderwood Boys & Girls Club unveiled a brand-new plaque memorializing the late, great, Jim Corcoran on February 2 at what’s come to be known as its James W. Corcoran Memorial Gymnasium. In 2023, the flooring of the gym was stripped and repainted, the first time in over 30 years. During the ceremony, Jordan Daniel, […]
Snohomish County Executive releases 2023 annual report
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers released the 2023 Annual Report for Snohomish County Government on Friday, January 26, highlighting some accomplishments and outcomes for all Executive departments during 2023 and their visions going forward through this year. “Looking back on 2023, we can be proud of the fact that we are becoming more efficient, […]
Fast, frequent, convenient Swift Orange Line coming March 30
LYNNWOOD—Starting March 30, South Snohomish County will soon enjoy the Community Transit Swift Orange Line—a new, quick and convenient way to get around! The new bus rapid transit (BRT) line—the agency’s third—will provide fast, frequent service linking Edmonds College, Alderwood Mall and Mill Creek, with connections to Link light rail in Lynnwood when it opens […]
Embattled Lynnwood Councilman to challenge Larsen for Congress
LYNNWOOD—According the Federal Election Commission filing on January 29, embattled Lynnwood Councilman Joshua Binda is intending to challenge Representative Rick Larsen (D) for the Second Congressional District. Binda will be running as a Democratic Party candidate, FEC filing shows. Representative Larsen (WA-02) has been in Congress since 2001 and is the Ranking Member of the […]
