Call for Artists: Lynnwood Community Justice Center Jail Murals
LYNNWOOD—City of Lynnwood is looking for up to 4 artists, or artist teams to create 4 sets of murals inside the jail in the new Community Justice Center (CJC). Selected artists/teams will design and paint the murals. We encourage artists with their own or a love one’s lived experience related to the justice system, to […]
City of Marysville opens draft of new Consolidated Plan for public review
MARYSVILLE—The City of Marysville has opened its draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for public review and comment. The draft plan includes 2025 recommendations for allocating federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for local projects and programs that serve low- to moderate-income Marysville residents. The city expects to receive $365,000 in federal funds in 2025 under […]
Jackson High School’s Future Leaders Academy recognized by the Washington Senate
OLYMPIA—Nearly 50 high school seniors from Henry M Jackson High School in South Everett traveled to the Washington State Capitol on Thursday, March 27, as part of the inaugural cohort of the Future Leaders Academy, a flagship program of the nonprofit Building Bridges Project, launched in partnership with the Everett School District and Jackson High […]
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 […]
New Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine looks to the future
On Thursday, March 27, the Sound Transit Board of Directors voted 15-0 to confirm board member and longtime King County Executive Dow Constantine as the new CEO of Sound Transit. “Dow, you just got hired!” shouted transit advocate Joe Kunzler, fist-bumping Constantine as he strode through Union Station’s Ruth Fisher Board Room to accept his […]
WA State Senate adopts new rule restricting press in chamber to ‘maintain decorum’
OLYMPIA—In a voice-only vote, the Washington State Senate on Wednesday, March 27, overwhelmingly adopted a rule within its last four weeks of the Legislative Session to restrict members of the press from “the wings” and adjacent areas of the of the Senate unless accompanied by a sitting senator or senator’s staff member. The members of […]
Robert Leutwyler sworn in as newest Lynnwood City Councilman
LYNNWOOD—With the words “To the best of my ability,” at his oath of office given by Mayor Christine Frizzell today, Robert Leutwyler is confirmed as the newest member of the Lynnwood City Council, he will fill the Position 5 vacancy left by the resignation of Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby on January 6, 2025. Leutwyler will fill […]
Fair on 44th now accepting 2025 vendor applications
Mark your calendar! Lynnwood’s Fair on 44th Health and Safety Community Block Party will be held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, on 44th Avenue West in front of the City’s Civic Campus. Vendor Booth Selection Criteria Due to high demand and interest to add local businesses to the event, we […]
Rent cap law continues to move despite objections
OLYMPIA—An attempt to impose a cap on rent increases elicited intense debate from both sides of the issue March 19 in the Senate Committee on Housing. “Washington cannot afford to take steps that risk straining the housing economy any further,” said Carter Nelson, public affairs manager for Washington Multi-Family Housing Association in opposition to the […]
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement has chosen Tulalip for its upcoming convention
TULALIP—The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement have chosen Snohomish County for the site of its upcoming 2025 annual convention — a three-day celebration of Hawaiian cultural exchange, connection, and enrichment. The event, which will span from October 7-9 at Tulalip Resort and Casino, is one of the largest gatherings of Native Hawaiians bringing 2,000 attendees […]
