First Annual Support 7 dinner
By LUKE PUTVIN | Last Updated October 31, 2019 Over 300 people attended the first annual Support 7 dinner at Westgate Chapel in Edmonds. Support 7 is a non-profit organization that has been serving South Snohomish County since 1981 as well as “helping victims, survivors and their families move from crisis and trauma to hope […]
Local Organizations Encouraged to Apply for Mukilteo’s 2027 Community Support Grants
MUKILTEO — The City of Mukilteo is accepting applications for the 2027 Community Support Grants, with a total of $10,000 available to support projects and activities that benefit Mukilteo residents. The grants are designed to support projects that enhance the quality of life and well-being of the community, including special events, educational opportunities, community activities […]
Lynnwood departments present proposed budgets ahead of 2027-28 biennium
LYNNWOOD— Lynnwood city departments are proposing significant staffing reductions and operational changes as the city works to address a budget shortfall heading into the 2027-2028 biennium, with proposed cuts affecting development services, information technology and human resources. During an Oct. 21 City Council meeting, department leaders outlined their proposed budgets, describing efforts to scale back […]
U.S. FAA certifies Boeing 737-10, largest member of 737 MAX family
EVERETT — The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday certified Boeing’s 737-10, the largest model in the 737 MAX family, clearing the way for deliveries to begin in the coming months. “Completing the certification program clears the path for us to deliver a Boeing airplane that will set a new standard in commercial aviation. The 737-10 […]
South County Fire to hold public hearings on Oct 20. on 2027 Budget and Benefit Charge
The South County Fire Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings Oct. 20 on the regional fire authority’s proposed budget, benefit charge and levies for 2027. The board meeting begins at 7 p.m. at South County Fire Headquarters, 12425 Meridian Ave. S, Everett. Community members can attend in person or remotely using Zoom to learn […]
Foundation for Edmonds School District Executive Director Deborah Brandi selected as Breakout Speaker for National Impact Ed 2027 Conference
LYNNWOOD — Deborah Brandi, Executive Director of the Foundation for Edmonds School District, has been selected as a breakout speaker for Impact Ed ‘27, the national conference of the National Association of Education Foundations, taking place March 17–19, 2027. Brandi will present “Cradle to Career” on Thursday, March 18. Her session will focus on how […]
Snohomish HS Manufacturing Teacher wins $75,000 for Teaching Excellence
SNOHOMISH—Snohomish High School Manufacturing Teacher, Matt Johnson, was surprised with a $75,000 check for Teaching Excellence from Harbor Freight Tools for Schools on Tuesday, September 29, just in time for Manufacturing Month. Johnson was one of 25 public school skilled trades teachers nationwide to receive the award this year, part of $2 million prizes marking […]
Lynnwood makes child fentanyl exposure a crime, approves utility rate freeze for 2027
LYNNWOOD — Jacqueline Manlastas appointment to the Public Facilities District board, a utility rate freeze approved, and a new ordinance making it a local crime to exposing children or dependent adults to controlled substances were all approved by the Lynnwood City Council on Monday, September 28. Exposing children and dependent adults to fentanyl and other […]
Everett Transit annexation deal: $38.5 Million net, new 0.6% transit tax hike set for April 2027
EVERETT — The City of Everett and Community Transit on Wednesday released a proposed interlocal agreement (ILA) that would fold Everett Transit into the county agency on April 1, 2027, raise the city’s local transit sales tax from 0.6% to 1.2% that same day, and send the city a $54.5 million check while $16 million […]
Executive proposes raising property tax to preserve $8.7M for essential services
EVERETT—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers is recommending the county separate its mental health and community support/developmental disabilities levy and its veterans levy, from the county’s existing general levy, which would save the county $8.7 million for essential services but come at an added cost to homeowners. “We must preserve essential services and minimize impacts on […]
