Women’s rights group invites public to Standing Up for Women and Girls forum
SEATTLE—Women’s Declaration International’s (WDI) USA Chapter will be hosting Standing Up for Women and Girls in Washington forum at the Seattle Public Library, Level 4 Multi-purpose Conference Room, on Sunday, November 17, at 7 p.m. Registration for the event is required for entry. WDI is an explicitly non-partisan feminist group created by women, for women, […]
Celebrating three years of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Today marks the third year since the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) was passed—the largest investment in the country’s infrastructure in a generation—which has delivered $9.89 billion in transportation infrastructure projects throughout the state of Washington. Projects in Snohomish County that have benefitted from these dollars include but are not limited to; $25 million to construct […]
Arlington PD mourns the loss of beloved K9 Tara
ARLINGTON—It is with profound sadness that the Arlington Police Department announces the passing of retired Police Narcotics Detection Canine (K9) Tara. End of Watch (EOW): October 17, 2024. K9 Tara fought bravely against an aggressive form of cancer but passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving adopted family, including her former handler and lifelong partner, former […]
Arlington Municipal Airport and VEREGY hold ribbon-cutting for major solar array project
ARLINGTON—The Arlington Municipal Airport, and decarbonization partner Veregy, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, October 17, to commemorate the launch of its solar array project promoting the benefits of renewable energy. This is Washington’s state’s largest general aviation solar array. The airport’s new solar installation is capable of totaling 87.5 kW of DC power, comprised of […]
Parents pack town hall to learn the facts about Marysville school closures
MARYSVILLE—Roughly 75 community members attended the first of three Information Gathering Sessions hosted by newly appointed Marysville School District Interim Superintendent Dr. Dave Burgess on October 22, to learn and share concerns about school closures. “The Board is absolutely committed to getting stakeholder participation in this,” Dr. Burgess told the Lynnwood Times at Tuesday’s Information […]
Ousted Marysville Superintendent to receive a staggering $430,000 severance package
MARYSVILLE—Ousted Marysville School District Superintendent Dr. Zachary Robbins, who was front-and-center in an ongoing district financial crisis will be receiving a posh severance package valued at least $428,950 plus benefits, according to records obtained by the Lynnwood Times. A full room of approximately 100 parents and staff cheered the Marysville School District Board of Directors’ unanimous decision on […]
Forbes recognizes Inslee for his commitment to climate action, new workforce initiative launched
OLYMPIA—Governor Jay Inslee recently attended Climate Week NYC and was recognized as one of 50 honorees to Forbes Magazine’s inaugural Sustainability Leaders List. “Humility is often a virtue, but I’ve never been humble when sharing the incredible work of legislators, Tribes, labor, businesses, community groups and so many others who have made Washington a leading […]
Marysville School Board appoints Dave Burgess as new interim superintendent
MARYSVILLE—A full room of approximately 100 parents and staff cheered the Marysville School District Board of Directors’ decision to unanimously confirm Dr. David Burgess as interim superintendent and for severing ties with Superintendent Dr. Zachary Robbins, amidst the district’s ongoing financial crisis during Thursday night’s Special Board meeting. Dr. Robbins was not present at the […]
Homage Senior Services honored for providing critical transportation services
LYNNWOOD—Homage Senior Services is a 50-year-old non-profit organization that provides critical services, including mental health support, food and nutrition services, care coordination, transportation, and minor home repair, to low-income older adults and people with disabilities in Snohomish County. During the recent Lynnwood City Center Station Celebration at the end of August, Homage’s Sr. Director of […]
Mount Vernon opens country’s largest municipal-owned EV charging station
SKAGIT COUNTY—The City of Mount Vernon opened the country’s largest municipally owned electric vehicle (EV) charging station on September 30. The city was awarded $12.5 million in Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) grants to build EV chargers and paired that with other state and local funding to complete a mixed-use project that includes a public library, community […]
