Fewer than half of Washington students are hitting grade level
On September 10, OSPI released its K-12 Report Card for the 2023-24 school year. Following national trends, fewer than half of Washington students met academic proficiency. Testing was over grades 3-8 and 10. In Washington state, only 50.3% of students met ELA standards, 39.7% met math standards, and 43.5% met science standards in their spring […]
Altamirano-Crosby secures respected PUD Commissioner endorsement
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Council Vice President and candidate for Snohomish County Public Utilities District (PUD), Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, thanks voters and announces endorsement from Commissioner Dr. Rebecca Wolfe. Below is her press release in its entirety: Now that the official results of the Snohomish County Primary Elections have been certified, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude […]
Fluoride exposure linked to lower IQ in children, US Dept of Health study says
A study released on August 21 by the National Toxicology Program (NTP) on the effects of fluoride exposure on cognitive function concluded that fluoride levels in drinking water above 1.5 milligrams per liter are associated with lower IQ scores in children. The NTP, a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, started […]
Community Transit six-year plan will guide extensive service improvements
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Community Transit Board of Directors yesterday, August 1, approved the agency’s 2024-2029 Transit Development Plan (TDP). The updated TDP comes at a historic time for Snohomish County transit riders, with Link light rail and an improved and expanded local bus network arriving soon. The plan outlines agency goals and strategies that will bolster […]
Port of Everett breaks ground on new Restaurant Row
EVERETT—Port of Everett CEO Lisa Lefeber and Port Commissioner David Simpson joined local business owners at the Port of Everett’s Waterfront Place on Tuesday, July 23, to break ground on its upcoming Restaurant Row project—the future home to Alexa’s Cafe, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, the Net Shed Fish Market, Tapped Public House, and Rustic Cork Bistro. […]
Questions surround alleged 39th LD Democratic candidate’s checkered past
LAKE STEVENS—Zephaniah Borynack, who is running for the Washington State House of Representatives to represent the 39th District Position 1 as an alleged “Democrat,” has his fair share with legal trouble over the years, from explosives charges to a pattern of sexual misconduct. There also appears to be a possible link to his Republican opponent, […]
Hundreds gather to mourn the shooting death of Jayda Woods-Johnson
LYNNWOOD—Hundreds of friends, family, and schoolmates of Jayda Woods-Johnson gathered in solidarity at the Mountlake Terrace High School football field on Sunday, July 7, clad in red shirts, Jayda’s favorite color, bearing despondence on their faces. The thirteen-year-old Jayda was tragically shot in the Alderwood Mall food court in Lynnwood on Wednesday, July 3, by […]
Ace Hardware celebrates 100 years with nationwide block party
LAKE STEVENS—Ace Hardware, the world’s largest hardware retail cooperative, celebrated 100 years of operation with a nationwide block party on Saturday, June 29, featuring exclusive deals, live music and delicious barbecue. Participating Snohomish County stores included Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Mukilteo, and Lake Stevens. “We’re not just celebrating a milestone; we’re celebrating a century of being […]
Snohomish County schools recognized for exemplary performance by state
OLYMPIA— For the 2021–22 and 2022–23 school years, 571 public schools in 178 school districts across Washington state have earned recognition for closing opportunity gaps and for students’ growth and academic achievement. Of those, 104 public schools earned recognition for both school years. Recognized schools will receive a banner to display in their buildings. The […]
Workforce Board awards $1.6 million in WAVE scholarships
OLYMPIA—Some 121 high school seniors and community and technical college students have been awarded the 2024 Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) scholarship. WAVE is a merit scholarship that honors the achievements of Washington’s top career and technical education students. Below are the 16 student winners from Snohomish County schools: A committee of business, labor and […]