Economic Alliance 2025 Annual Meeting and Awards, April 22
Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) proudly invites you to the 2025 Annual Meeting & Snohomish County Awards, presented by Boeing and Banner Bank. The event will take place at Tulalip Resort Casino (10200 Quil Ceda Boulevard Tulalip Bay, WA 98271) on Tuesday, April 22, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get your ticket(s) now! This event brings together business […]
Former Gov Inslee honored with Time Magazine’s 2025 Earth Award
On Thursday, March 27, former Governor Jay Inslee was announced as one of the six winners of Time Magazine’s 2025 Earth Awards. The other winners honored were billionaire Michael Bloomberg, Ghanaian Chef Selassie Atadika, former Tennessee Republican Senator Bill Frist, actor Rainn Wilson, and environmental researcher Catherine Coleman Flowers. “There are two immutable forces that we […]
Mayor Franklin reaffirms her vision for a thriving, safe, and business-friendly Everett
EVERETT—Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin emphasized public safety, economic investment, housing, and education at her eighth State of the City address held on Thursday evening, March 27, at Everett Apex. “My vision for our city is bold, ambitious, and clear: we are building the best city in America to run a business, raise a family, pursue […]
“Inspire and uplift”: Project Girl conference at Verdant Wellness Center
LYNNWOOD—On Saturday, March 15, Project Girl held a youth conference at the Verdant Wellness Center, just blocks from their Lynnwood City Center headquarters. At no cost to attendees, the advocacy and mentorship group for young women of color provided workshops, speakers, and entertainment, as well as an opportunity for those in attendance to make “lasting […]
K-12 student artists are invited to enter “Look Out for Each Other” themed contest
Sound Transit and Southeast Seattle Education Coalition invite students in grades K-12 to participate in the “Looking Out for Each Other” safety poster contest. Students are asked to draw or illustrate what it means to look out for friends, family members, neighbors, and community members around tracks and trains. Winners of the poster contest, which is […]
WA House passes bill to improve monitoring of sexually violent predators
(The Center Square)—Legislation requiring electronic monitoring of sexually violent predators granted conditional release has been unanimously approved by the Washington State House of Representatives. House Bill 1457, sponsored by Rep. Dan Griffey, R-Allyn, “Requires the court to impose electronic monitoring that, to the extent feasible, has specified tracking and notification capabilities prior to authorizing a […]
New Construction & Maritime Career Day taking place March 12
MARYSVILLE—A new Construction & Maritime Career Day event series hosted by the Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce and industry partners is set for March 12-13, 2025, at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Marysville. Join us for this free, two-day program that seeks to introduce and inspire high school aged students and young adults […]
Immigration Hub opposes legislation to withhold funds from sanctuary cities
The Immigration Hub — a national organization dedicated to advancing immigration policies — held a press conference voicing opposition against the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act (HR 32) on Tuesday, March 4. The bill, introduced by Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY01), if passed, would make a state or jurisdiction of a state ineligible for any […]
A City with a Purpose: Lynnwood Mayor delivers 2025 State of the City
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell delivered her State of the City address at the Lynnwood Event Center on Wednesday, February 26, centering on the theme of a “purpose”-driven future, prioritizing the safety and improving the quality of life all Lynnwood residents. The event was emceed by Frank Percival with the Lynnwood Chamber of Commerce. Prior to […]
Tax Time Guide 2025: Essentials for filing 2024 tax return
WASHINGTON—As the 2025 tax filing season continues, the Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to make essential preparations and be aware of significant changes that may affect their 2024 tax returns. This announcement marks the commencement of the Tax Time Guide series. The IRS uses this guide to provide updated information to assist taxpayers in filling an […]
