Possible human remains from Titan submersible recovered by Coast Guard
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 28, 2023—The United States Coast Guard received debris and evidence recovered from the seafloor at the site of the TITAN submersible when the M/V HORIZON ARCTIC arrived in St. John’s Newfoundland, June 28, 2023. After consultation with international partner investigative agencies, the Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) intends to transport the evidence […]
Which Snohomish County cities allow July 4 fireworks this year
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 28, 2023—Despite the use of fireworks being prohibited in some parts of Snohomish County for Independence Day, you may still partake in this July 4 tradition in several cities. For the Fourth of July, all fireworks use is banned in unincorporated areas of southwest Snohomish County. The county ban applies to […]
Follow the Money: Snohomish County launches COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard
Snohomish County, Wash., June 28, 2023 – Executive Dave Somers today publicly launched the County’s COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard, which allows users to learn more about the County’s pandemic recovery programming, including investment areas, impacts, and the geography and demographics of those the County serves. The Recovery Dashboard was initially built in partnership with Microsoft and […]
Superior Court Judge accepts Binda recall effort, decision now falls on voters
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 27, 2023—Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Marybeth Dingledy found sufficient reason to recall Lynnwood City Councilman Josh Binda for misfeasance, malfeasance, and violation of oath of office at a 9:30 a.m. hearing on Tuesday morning, June 27. The court accepted four of five charges brought forth by the Recall Binda Committee — […]
Lynnwood Council approves funding to hire additional Deputy City Clerk
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 26, 2023—Lynnwood City Council on Monday, June 26, approves funding for one additional Deputy City Clerk, authorizes Mayor Christine Frizzell to sign a Multi-Jurisdictional Partnering Agreement with Sound Transit, and approves research to be conducted on a HASCO rezone proposal. Public Hearing: Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) and 6 Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) […]
Second District transit agencies awarded $22 Million in bus grants
EVERETT, Wash., June 26, 2023—Today, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded $22,171,265 in grant funding to three Northwest Washington transit agencies to transition to low-no emission buses, build sustainable bus infrastructure and invest in green jobs. “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering cleaner and greener bus service to Northwest Washington,” said Larsen, the lead Democrat […]
VOAWW celebrates opening of regional food distribution center in Arlington
ARLINGTON, Wash., June 25, 2023—Community leaders gathered to celebrate Perdue Farms presenting a donation to Volunteers of America of Western Washington (VOAWW) for its new Food Distribution Center in Arlington on Friday, June 23. The 79,000-square-foot facility, located in the Raine Building, serves as Snohomish County’s distribution center for its 19 food banks. In 2022, […]
Massive turnout launching Lynnwood Council Vice President’s 2023 campaign kickoff
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 24, 2023—To an impressive turnout of just over 100 supporters at her home, Lynnwood Council Vice President Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby kicked off her 2023 re-election campaign themed “Building Community,” with a message of growth, public safety, mental health, and environment. “In a world full of spectators, let’s be players,” Councilwoman Dr. Altamirano-Crosby […]
Kamiak High School Color Guard and Chess teams celebrate successful year
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 24, 2023—Kamiak High School’s Color Guard ended with a bang in April, remaining undefeated champions all season within the Class A division. The team participated in three Pacific Performing Arts Association (PPA) Circuit competitions and hosted a Northwest Association for Performing Arts (NWAPA) Circuit competition in the 2023 season, ending with a […]
Extracurricular activities safe for now amid Mukilteo school budget shortfalls
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 22, 2023—In light of the Mukilteo School District’s $24 million budget shortfall next year, some Kamiak students have expressed concerns how this would affect teacher and staff attrition as well as the availability of funds for extracurricular activities. While Kamiak’s allotted portion of the $24 million reduction is yet to be determined, […]
