Lynnwood establishes boundary area for Tax Increment Finance Program
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council unanimously approved the boundary area for its Tax Increment Finance Program – a bold economic development program that hopes to fund three major capital projects generating at least $103 million in additional tax revenues, according to the City. The Tax Increment Fund will operate within a designated Tax Increment Area (TIA) […]
New Economic Benefits study confirms building new hybrid ferries in-state good for Washington economy
EVERETT – A new independent study by Pennsylvania-based Martin Associates confirms the economic value of building the new Washington State Ferries hybrid fleet in-state, showing that each ferry constructed in the state would generate 1,298 jobs and $31.9 million in state and local taxes. Washington State Ferries, which operates the largest ferry system in the […]
Meadowdale HS hosts third annual Car Show May 31
LYNNWOOD—Meadowdale High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and Skills USA Automotive Club will be hosting their third annual car show and spring market on Saturday, May 31, from noon to 3 p.m. The event will be located in the high school‘s parking lot, 6002 168th Street Southwest in Lynnwood and include […]
Verdant Health Commission to host renaming celebration for the Langer Medical Building
EDMONDS–On June 3 at 9 AM, Verdant will host a grand reopening and celebrate the renaming of the building to the Langer Building in honor of former Verdant Commissioner Fred Langer. Commissioner Langer served Public Hospital District No.2, Snohomish County from 1998 to 2021 with honor until he passed away from a 3-year battle from […]
Public invited to ‘A Night of Music, Art and Community Magic in Edmonds’
EDMONDS—The Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation invites you to an unforgettable evening of celebration and creativity at the Celebrate the Arts Party, happening Wednesday, June 11 at the Frances Anderson Center Plaza. With art, music, food, and interactive experiences, this beloved annual kickoff event promises to dazzle and delight. Here’s what’s in store: Go VIP! Want […]
Sound Transit announces sponsorship of American Heart Association “Hard Hats with Heart” program
Sound Transit has entered into an agreement with the American Heart Association to become an official sponsor of the Puget Sound Hard Hats with Heart program. Hard Hats with Heart aims to reduce heart disease and stroke in the construction industry by educating craftworkers about cardiovascular disease risk and prevention. “With Sound Transit’s capital expansion […]
Parkgate: Christian group claims Seattle Parks denied venue near Pike Place, approved Cal Anderson Park
SEATTLE—What started as a peaceful rally by the Christian grassroots movement DontMessWithOurKids at Cal Anderson Park on Saturday, May 24, 2025, quickly turned into hours of violent clashes testing the faith of churchgoers, and the resolve of Seattle police, counter protesters, and elected officials. Led by former Republican Representative Matt Shea who is now Lead […]
Lynnwood City Council to consider a $24 million bond for Tax Increment Area
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood City Council will host a Business Meeting at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 27, to possibly vote on establishing a Tax Increment Area to fund $24 million in public improvements, authorizes funding the WAORCA Diversion Program, and discuss updates to housing in the area. The Lynnwood City Council Work Session will be held in-person and […]
Webinar for federal workers to learn about Washington benefits
OLYMPIA—The Employment Security Department, along with state and local partners, continues its webinar series for federal workers who work and live in Washington state. The next webinar is Thursday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to noon. More than 120 participants from 13 different federal agencies attended webinars in March and April. Nearly 50 are already […]
Federal grant reinstated for Imagine Children’s Museum
EVERETT—Imagine Children’s Museum was notified that a $250,000 grant, terminated without explanation in April, has been officially reinstated by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), following a federal court order. On Wednesday, May 21, Imagine Children’s Museum received a notice from IMLS Acting Director Keith Sonderling stating that, in accordance with the U.S. […]
