Northwest Harvest joined Rep Larsen for Hunger Prevention Roundtable
EVERETT—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) on Wednesday, March 19, hosted a Hunger Prevention Roundtable at the Carl Gipson Center in Everett with local nonprofit Northwest Harvest to discuss the potential local impacts of proposed cuts to SNAP and budget freezes by his Republican colleagues. Last month, the Republican majority in the House released their budget resolution which […]
Hundreds attend grand opening of new North County PUD Office Complex in Arlington
ARLINGTON—Replacing the Snohomish County Public Utilities District (PUD) offices in Stanwood and Arlington that were seismically deficient, the new $43.5 million North County Office Complex is now open. The new centralized location will serve north Marysville, Arlington, Darrington, Stanwood and Camano Island. PUD will continue to accept drop-box payments at its former Stanwood office location […]
Governor Ferguson meets with local business owners in Everett to discuss economic barriers
EVERETT—Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson (D) met with Wendy Poischbeg, CEO of Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce, Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin, and Snohomish County business owners on Thursday, March 20, to hear how the State can better address their needs in an era of economic uncertainty. The roundtable discussion was held at the Port of […]
Taking a bite out of crime: New Northwest Law Enforcement Training Academy now open
ARLINGTON—Just five months after its soft opening in October, the Washington State Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) held its ribbon cutting on Thursday, March 20, for its newest regional law enforcement training center—Northwest Academy. Located in Arlington, the new training center will be Washington State’s third regional training facility within the last two years following Pasco, which opened in […]
Republicans disrupt budget conversation with no-new-taxes, no-cuts plan
Being on the minority side in the state Senate means playing defense against a lot of bad pieces of legislation, but there are times when we can still take satisfaction in a job well done. One way or another, and at one stage or another in the lawmaking process, Senate Republicans managed to keep hundreds […]
“Inspire and uplift”: Project Girl conference at Verdant Wellness Center
LYNNWOOD—On Saturday, March 15, Project Girl held a youth conference at the Verdant Wellness Center, just blocks from their Lynnwood City Center headquarters. At no cost to attendees, the advocacy and mentorship group for young women of color provided workshops, speakers, and entertainment, as well as an opportunity for those in attendance to make “lasting […]
County unanimously passes ordinance to improve childcare access
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council unanimously passed an ordinance on Wednesday, March 19, aimed at eliminating barriers and restrictions for new childcare centers to open county-wide. Ordinance 25-015, sponsored by Councilmembers Nate Nehring and Jared Mead, will do this through simplified zoning codes and streamline the permitting process for childcare centers, two barriers leading childcare industry […]
Foundation for Edmonds Schools raises $288,000 towards student success
The Foundation for Edmonds School District raised $288,000 of their $330,000 goal during its annual A Recipe for Success! breakfast fundraiser on February 28, 2025. The event drew more than 300 local civic and business leaders, district staff, and community supporters to the Embassy Suites in Lynnwood. Funds raised by the event will be used to provide a wide […]
Youth Empowerment Conference: Violence & Drugs Can’t Live Here!
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee hosted the Youth Empowerment for Safer Communities Conference on Saturday, March 15, bringing together young adults and community leaders to address gun violence and drug abuse within the community. The keynote speaker for the event was Jose Garcia, Founder and CEO, Hope for Homies. With exercises and discussions around […]
County Council hears from childcare experts a day before considering new ordinance
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council heard from leading childcare experts during Administrative Session Tuesday, March 18, a day before considering an ordinance that aims to reduce local regulatory barriers for childcare providers while allowing more childcare facilities to operate throughout Snohomish County. The ordinance being considered for tomorrow, 25-015, was introduced by County Council members Nate […]
