County accepting applications for millions in Conservation Futures Program grants
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 24, 2023 — Snohomish County is accepting applications for the 2023 Snohomish County Conservation Futures Program (SCCFP) Grants until 5 p.m. on August 18, 2023. Up to $10 million is available for distribution in 2023 for the preservation of open space, agricultural land, and timberland. “Snohomish County is defined by our […]
Governor signs bill removing barriers to Medal of Valor recipients
OLYMPIA, Wash., April 21, 2023—Freshman Representative Sam Low (R-Lake Stevens) had his first bill signed into law by Governor Jay Inslee on Thursday, April 20, that makes it easier to honor Washington State Medal of Valor recipients who put their lives on the line to save another. “Removing the barriers to when the award can be […]
Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians donates almost $400,000 to first responders
ARLINGTON, Wash., April 20, 2023—The Stillaguamish Tribe announced two donations today totaling $396,700 to local emergency service first responders. The largest donation, of $200,000 was given to the Snohomish County Fire District #21 who provide fire protection services for Arlington and Darrington. A second donation of $196,700 was given to the Snohomish County Fire District […]
Snohomish County launches Small Business Innovation Assistance program
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 19, 2023 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced today that the County is partnering with Ventures to launch the Small Business Innovation Assistance (SBIA) program. SBIA will provide a full toolkit of technical assistance services coupled with microgrants to help Snohomish County-based small businesses recover from the effects of the […]
Lynnwood community encouraged to send photos for new signal box
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 19, 2023—The Lynnwood Arts Commission in partnership with the City’s History & Heritage Board are calling on community members to send photos and/or stories for a traffic signal box wrap project to honor Lynnwood veterans. This would be the twelfth art box in the city that tells stories about people and history. Only […]
Seeking nominations for Washington’s Medals of Merit and Valor
OLYMPIA, Wash., April 19, 2023—The Office of the Secretary of State is now accepting nominations for Washington’s Medals of Merit and Valor, the highest civilian honors awarded to the people of Washington. The Medal of Merit recognizes exceptional individuals who perform outstanding services for Washington and its residents. The Medal of Valor is awarded to […]
$23.5 million in budget cuts approved by Mukilteo School Board
MUKILTEO, Wash., April 18, 2023—After hearing a presentation that incorporated input from students, staff, families and community members and a recommendation of how to reduce next year’s budget, the Mukilteo School Board approved a Reduced Educational Plan, or a 7.5 percent budget reduction, to address the district’s projected $23.5 million 2023-24 operating shortfall at its […]
Liberty Road Foundation raises $23,000 to break the cycles of child abuse and teen suicide
BELLEVUE, Wash., April 18, 2023—Liberty Road Foundation held its ninth annual “Spring for the Kids” Fashion Show Luncheon Monday, April 17, at the Hilton Hotel in Bellevue. The charity raised over $23,000, all of which will be evenly dispersed between Olive Crest and Raven Rock Ranch—two agencies that share the common goal of preventing child […]
$46 million in federal funding for 15 Community Projects requested by Larsen
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 17, 2023—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) requested $46,401,575 for 15 local community projects in the Fiscal Year 2024 spending bill that local leaders and stakeholders identified as critical to their communities. Larsen submitted the requests to the House Appropriations Committee as the Committee begins work on legislation to fund the federal government. “My […]
Step up to the plate for litter pickup on Earth Day, join Marysville Litter League!
MARYSVILLE, Wash., April 16, 2023—The City of Marysville is excited to announce the launch of the Marysville Litter League, a new volunteer litter pickup program aimed at keeping the community clean and beautiful. Mayor Jon Nehring is highlighting the importance of community involvement in the effort to combat litter. “Every piece of litter picked up […]
