Join the 2026 Building Bridges Summit featuring Congresswoman Suzan DelBene
EVERETT—The Building Bridges Project will host the 2026 Building Bridges Summit on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Washington State University-Everett, bringing together elected officials, community leaders, students, and residents for an evening focused on civic dialogue, political polarization, and strengthening community connections. The summit will feature U.S. Congresswoman Suzan DelBene as the featured speaker, along […]
Snohomish County Council recognizes Cinco de Mayo as a day of celebration over oppression
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved Resolution 26-020, recognizing May 5 in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, at its General Legislative Session, Tuesday, May 5. Speaking, on behalf of the resolution, were Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers, Snohomish County PUD Commissioner Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, Gerardo Javier Guiza Vargas, Deputy Consul at the Consulate of Mexico in Seattle, and Zac […]
City of Everett and VOAWW cuts ribbon on brand new pallet shelter village
EVERETT—The City of Everett, in partnership with the Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW), cut the ribbon on a brand-new Pallet Shelter Village in Everett Monday, April 27, which will have the capacity to house 20 women (with up to three children each) currently experiencing homelessness. In addition to the 20, 100-square foot, individual units, […]
Lynnwood celebrates 420 by welcoming first ever retail cannabis store, Starbuds
LYNNWOOD—The City of Lynnwood cut the ribbon on its very first retail cannabis store – Starbuds — Monday, April 20 (also an unofficial holiday celebrating cannabis culture) following the City’s decision to lift its longstanding ban on cannabis retail. Starbuds Cannabis Co. is a licensed cannabis retailer focused on providing high-quality products, knowledgeable service, and […]
4th Annual Civic Education Day Brings Students to Snohomish County Campus
EVERETT – Yesterday, more than 150 high school students from across Snohomish County traveled to the Snohomish County Government Campus for the fourth annual Civic Education Day. Hosted by Snohomish County Councilmembers Nate Nehring and Jared Mead, students get the opportunity to meet elected officials and county staff and learn about county government and civil […]
Mayor Franklin highlights Everett’s growth, public safety, and community initiatives
EVERETT— Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her ninth annual State of the City address Wednesday, touting Everett’s economic momentum, community investments, and public safety initiatives while underscoring the city’s commitment to inclusivity and support for immigrant residents amid heightened federal immigration enforcement. Speaking at the newly renovated Everett Historic Theatre, Franklin praised the city’s workforce, […]
Mukilteo mayor praises crime drop and waterfront progress in 2026 State of the City address
MUKILTEO— Crime fell sharply, major infrastructure projects advanced and city leaders adopted a long-range financial plan in 2025, Mayor Joe Marine said in his 2026 State of the City address, on Thursday, May 5, at Mukilteo’s Rosehill Community Center — outlining a year he described as one of “significant strides” across departments and previewing waterfront, […]
Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine selected as Community Transit Board chair
EVERETT—Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine was selected by his peers to serve as chair of the Community Transit Board of Directors for 2026, a one-year term. Chair Marine served on the board from 2008-2013, and re-joined in 2020. He has lived in Mukilteo for more than 20 years. Mountlake Terrace City Council Member Kyoko Matsumoto Wright […]
Snohomish County Council unanimously approves providers for New Start Centers
SNOHOMISH COUNTY— The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved a series of motions on January 28, related to service agreements with the Salvation Army and YWCA for its two New Start Centers—a pair of repurposed hotels which the county intend to use for emergency bridge housing for people experiencing homelessness in Snohomish County. The idea of the New Start […]
Will Chen Launches Campaign for State Representative in Washington’s 32nd Legislative District
Edmonds City Councilmember Will Chen on Friday, January 16, formally announced his campaign for State Representative in Washington’s 32nd Legislative District, entering the race with a focus on affordability, opportunity, public safety, and practical, fiscally responsible leadership at a time when families and small businesses across the district are feeling increasingly squeezed. Spanning communities in […]
