Snohomish County Public Works Offices closed June 19 and 20
EVERETT, Wash., June 8, 2022 – Snohomish County Public Works offices will be closed on Monday, June 20 in observance of the Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday celebrated on June 19. This will be the first year of the federal holiday’s observance in Snohomish County. The closure includes offices which are normally open to the […]
County Council unanimously approves Snohomish Health District integration
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 8, 2022 – The Snohomish County Council unanimously voted to integrate the Snohomish Health District (SHD) into the County during its General Legislative Session today. Some benefits of this integration include minimizing bureaucratic obstructions, streamlining permitting operations, and creating an overall unified effort in prioritizing public health. The integration process will […]
Litter Wranglers Return to County Roads for 2022 Season
EVERETT, Wash., June 7, 2022 – There are many ways to quantify the impact of the Snohomish County Litter Wranglers program through statistics – like the nearly 6,000 bags of garbage it removed from county right of ways during the 2021 season. However, the best way to see their impact is the preservation of the […]
Sheriff announces staffing changes to offset attrition
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 6, 2022 – The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office announces a permanent reassignment of specialty units to patrol to offset staffing shortages and provide a safer working environment for deputies. The staffing changes will take effect this month. “Over the past couple years, law enforcement in the state of Washington has faced […]
County to vote June 8 on Snohomish Health District integration
EVERETT, Wash., June 1, 2022 – The Snohomish Health District Board of Health unanimously passed a resolution supporting integration of the Health District and Snohomish County during its meeting yesterday. The next step will be consideration of a motion by the Snohomish County Council on June 8, 2022, to formally begin the process of integration. […]
County dedicates Global War on Terror memorial in Arlington
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 31, 2022 – On Memorial Day, county leaders rededicated the Haller Bridge as a veteran’s memorial bridge to honor local military members who perished during the Global War on Terror (GWOT) – 9/11/2001 to the present. A sculpture by local artists Caroline Sumpter and Don Frazier and interpretive kiosk are also […]
Bail set at $1 million for Daleway Park murder suspect
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 25, 2022 – Today, Leif Gunnar Smith appeared in Everett District Court for the alleged murder of 70-year-old Carl Bridgmon that occurred on April 5, 2022, at Daleway Park. Bail was set for $1 million. Bridgmon’s was caught in the middle of an altercation between four individuals and gunned down as he […]
Local Eats Spotlight: Red Rock Subs
EVERETT, Wash., May 24, 2022 — Red Rock Subs is a well-loved sub shop off Broadway in Everett. Having been in business for nearly 20 years, Red Rock has stood the test of time despite being in an area unfavored by critics. The shop’s longevity can be attributed to its commitment to serving quality ingredients […]
Rotary Club of Lynnwood awards $55,000 in scholarships to students
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 20, 2022 – The Rotary Club of Lynnwood presented $55,000 in scholarships to students Thursday, May 19, at the Lynnwood Convention Center, for their outstanding academic achievement and commitment to community services. “We’re very proud of these children. We’re so grateful that we have so many active community members that are able […]
Snohomish County to host in-person pandemic recovery events this summer
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 18, 2022 – Snohomish County’s Office of Recovery and Resilience (ORR) will be hosting one in-person pandemic recovery event in each of the County’s districts this summer to connect attendees with County and community-based resources and services. Attendees will also be able to vote on recovery investment priorities that will guide […]
