Lynnwood councilwoman calls US Flag ‘unrelatable,’ pushes Pride Flag at Wilcox Park
LYNNWOOD— Lynnwood officials are revisiting how and where flags can be displayed across the city, as ongoing debate over Pride flag requests at Wilcox Park exposes gaps in policy and authority. During a Monday Work Session, on May 4, city leaders discussed formalizing rules around commemorative flags—highlighting tensions between maintaining government speech, ensuring consistency, and […]
Mukilteo Council President Moon files to unseat six-term 21st Rep. Peterson
MUKILTEO — Mukilteo City Council President Jason Moon filed on Monday, May 4, to challenge six-term Democratic state Representative Strom Peterson in the 21st Legislative District, setting up a primary contest in Snohomish County that The Lynnwood Times is calling a “must watch” race. Moon, a 40-year South Snohomish County resident and the first Korean […]
Sen Jesse Salomon defends record on housing, climate, and public safety
SHORELINE— State Sen. Jesse Salomon highlighted his legislative record on housing, climate policy, public safety, and social issues in a recent Lynnwood Times interview, emphasizing a pragmatic approach to lawmaking that he says prioritizes results over ideology. Salomon pointed to his record on important issues throughout the race such as housing, environmental issues, gun violence, […]
City of Everett and VOAWW cuts ribbon on brand new pallet shelter village
EVERETT—The City of Everett, in partnership with the Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW), cut the ribbon on a brand-new Pallet Shelter Village in Everett Monday, April 27, which will have the capacity to house 20 women (with up to three children each) currently experiencing homelessness. In addition to the 20, 100-square foot, individual units, […]
Ida Keeley announces candidacy for WA House of Representatives
LAKE STEVENS — Ida Keeley, a proven leader in public service with over 25 years of experience, today announced her candidacy for the open seat in the Washington State House of Representatives in the 39th Legislative District. Keeley, who lives in Lake Stevens, is running as an Independent Democrat, reflecting her longtime commitment to put […]
‘Finish the Spine’: Everett Mayor and County Executive make the case for Everett Link Extension
EVERETT—With a looming $34.5 billion budget deficit facing Sound Transit light rail over the next 20 years, the City of Everett is laying a compelling case for why the Sound Transit Board should keep a fully funded Everett Link in an upcoming ST3 System Plan vote expected no later than June 30. “So first of […]
Join Snohomish PUD for the 4th Annual Energy Block Party
EVERETT – Join the Snohomish County PUD for its fourth annual Energy Block Party at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 25 at its Electric Building headquarters in downtown Everett. This fun, family-friendly, free event has something for everyone. Whether you’re interested in saving energy, learning about future energy technologies like fusion and small modular nuclear, or you […]
Larsen cuts ribbon at North Camano Substation, and visits Senior Centers
STANWOOD AND CAMANO ISLAND – Yesterday, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) delivered remarks at a ribbon cutting for the Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD)’s North Camano Substation. As the top Democrat on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Larsen is committed to building resilient local electrical infrastructure and creating good paying local jobs in Northwest Washington. Afterwards, Rep. Larsen visited Camano Center, […]
City of Lynnwood recognizes Lynnwood Times for Local News Day
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Times joins 1,444 other newsrooms across the country in celebrating the essential role local news in everyday life — from helping people make informed decisions to strengthening community connection and government accountability — with the recognition of April 9th as Local News Day. Lynnwood Mayor George Hurst issued a proclamation on April 2 […]
Lake Stevens School District breaks ground on brand new elementary school
LAKE STEVENS—The Lake Stevens School District officially broke ground on its upcoming new elementary school on Monday, March 30, major project aimed at easing overcrowding and accommodating the area’s rapid population growth. “It’s great to be here today, to break ground on elementary school number 8. This is nothing that anyone has done by themselves. […]
