Meet Aaron Hoffman, candidate for City of Snohomish Mayor
SNOHOMISH—Local business owner Aaron Hoffman has officially filed to challenge incumbent Linda Redmon as Mayor of Snohomish. Hoffman, though lacking in political experience, makes up for it with his background in economics – as CFO for Shelford Fisheries and Co-Owner of a small business. Hoffman grew up in Lake Stevens, graduating from Lake Stevens High […]
Public Works honors employees at annual Employee Excellence ceremony
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County Public Works Department honored 11 standup individuals during its 8th annual Employee Excellence Award Ceremony held on Thursday, May 15, at the Snohomish County Campus. The award ceremony coincided with the, County-recognized, 65th annual National Public Works Week which runs from May 18 through May 24. The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved […]
Wally Webster II and law enforcement recognized for launching youth basketball program
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Snohomish County Council passed a resolution on Wednesday, May 14, recognizing Lynnwood community leader Wally Webster, II, and his ACCESS Project’s Cops vs Youth Basketball character building events. In June of 2020, the Edmonds School District discontinued its School Resource Officer position. Since 2022 South Snohomish County has experienced “heartbreaking loss” of young […]
Lynnwood City Council discusses residency requirements and unlimited virtual attendance
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council revisited a contentious topic Monday, relating to recodifying residency requirements for City Councilmembers, as well as discussed, a 90-day unlimited virtual attendance for councilmembers (which appears to provide a financial benefit to councilmembers if approved), during its Business Meeting Monday, May 12. In the wake of Binda’s residency kerfuffle, Council member […]
I fear nothing when I am in the right
“Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.” ― John Adams, The Portable John Adams To keep the math simple, $140,000 of cuts per year on a $20 million expenditure budget equals 0.70%. This is what […]
Quail Park of Lynnwood donates $2,000 and hygiene items to Esther’s Place
LYNNWOOD—Quail Park of Lynnwood, a senior living community, presented a check for $2,000 along with 25 backpacks filled with hygiene items to Esther’s Place, a nonprofit based in Everett, supporting homeless women. The donation was made on May 12, 2025, when a team of residents and staff visited Esther’s Place. “Esther’s Place plays an invaluable […]
38 Snohomish County CASA volunteers receive President’s Volunteer Service Award
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Thirty-eight dedicated volunteers with the Snohomish County Office of the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program were honored with the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) for their exceptional advocacy on behalf of children in 2024. The awards were presented during a celebratory recognition event hosted by CASA staff in April. Snohomish County Office […]
Who was Emi Muñoz? A mourning father remembers the son he tragically lost
EVERETT—Emiliano “Emi” Muñoz, 13, tragically passed away on Monday, May 5, from injuries related to riding an electric bike through a braided metal cable in the Casino Road neighborhood of South Everett. “I’m absolutely heartbroken about this tragic loss,” said Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin. “Please keep this child’s loved ones and his Explorer Middle School community […]
Ales for the Arts Concert Crawl: Music, Local Bites, and Community Spirit await
LYNNWOOD—The Foundation for Edmonds School District invites the community to come together for Ales for the Arts, a two-night concert crawl dedicated to supporting arts education in the Edmonds School District. This high-energy, family-friendly series features live music, local brews and bites, interactive fun, and meaningful ways to give back. The crawl begins on Wednesday, […]
Don Schwab announces reelection campaign for Everett City Council
EVERETT—Retired Everett firefighter, and labor advocate Don Schwab officially announced his campaign for reelection to a second term on the Everett City Council representing District 3. With a deep commitment to public service and a proven track record of leadership, Schwab is ready to continue working for a stronger, more vibrant Everett. “It has been […]
