I oppose wasting further time discussing time limits
Below is a table I compiled from reviewing the history of regular and special meetings on Granicus. The number indicates the number of meetings exceeding 4 hours in the middle column and 5 hours in the right column. Below that you will see the 15-year average, which spanned numerous councils, two iterations of the current […]
Grab Your Girlfriends for the Treat Your Self Women’s Expo
MARYSVILLE—Hey, ladies! Grab your girlfriends and come to the Treat Your Self Women’s Expo on Saturday, March 1. The City of Marysville is hosting this free-to-attend event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Marysville Opera House, 1225 3rd St. Women can visit a variety of local vendors that provide products or services for […]
Victory for Goats! Lynnwood-based Zumiez drops cashmere and mohair after PETA push
LYNNWOOD—Goat-shaped vegan chocolates are on the way from PETA to Zumiez after the Lynnwood-based retailer confirmed it has stopped selling cashmere and mohair. PETA shared information with the company about how these industries torment goats for their coats before they’re violently killed, and Zumiez has now confirmed to PETA that its website is cashmere- and […]
Rebecca Thornton appointed to fill Lynnwood City Council vacancy
LYNNWOOD—This evening, the City Council appointed Rebecca “Becky” Thornton to the Lynnwood City Council Position 5 that was vacated in January of this year due to the resignation of Councilwoman Julieta Altamirano-Crosby to be sworn in as the new District 2 Snohomish County PUD Commissioner. From a total of 19 applicants vying to fill the […]
YMCA of Snohomish County Hosts Free Girls Flag Football Clinic
EVERETT- The YMCA of Snohomish County is thrilled to invite girls of all skill levels to a free Girls Flag Football Clinic on Sunday, February 23 from 12-2 PM at Cascade High School (801 E. Casino Road, Everett, WA). This exciting event offers young athletes (Grades 1-12) the chance to learn from experienced coaches and […]
Clash in WA Legislature over proposal to add rules for initiative signers
OLYMPIA—A push by Democratic state senators for greater scrutiny of those circulating and signing initiative petitions advanced in the Washington Legislature on Tuesday over the objections of Republicans and the secretary of state. Opponents of the legislation argue it would impede voters’ ability to engage in the initiative process, which allows citizens to propose changes […]
Navigating Tariff Changes – Washington Trade and Business Experts weigh in with EASC
EVERETT — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC), the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County and the Seattle Metro Chamber will host a free virtual workshop, Navigating Tariff Impacts on Washington Businesses: Strategies for Resilience & Growth, on Feb. 27. “This webinar is designed to equip businesses with the knowledge and resources they need to remain competitive […]
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 […]
Washington Wolfpack Arena Football Announces Full 2025 Season Schedule
EVERETT—The Washington Wolfpack arena football team is thrilled to unveil their highly anticipated 2025 Arena Football season schedule. Fans can look forward to an action-packed season filled with thrilling matchups, intense rivalries, and unforgettable moments. The Wolfpack are ready to take the field and make their mark in the Arena Football One league. The 2025 […]
Murray concerned exodus of federal workers will impact WA energy and housing sectors
In an effort to reduce federal spending and reform the government, President Donald J Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, the richest man in the world, has begun its mass purge of federal workers including many Washington State researchers, electricians, engineers, and cyber security experts. Pacific Northwest agencies impacted by the […]
