2026 Snohomish County Primary Election Results
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—With 33.33% of registered voters casting ballots in Snohomish County (181,961 ballots counted out of 185,556 received) as of Friday, August 7, voters decided a slate of local funding measures and narrowed fields for state legislative seats heading into the November general election. The Sno-Isle Intercounty Rural Library District Property Tax Levy Lid Lift […]
Young buck who led massive fentanyl, meth ring sentenced to more than 10 years
SEATTLE — Hector Duran Aldaco, a 25-year-old Federal Way resident identified as the leader of a transnational drug trafficking organization, was sentenced Monday, August 3, to 130 months in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy that trafficked large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine into western Washington. U.S. District Judge Kymberly K. Evanson […]
Snohomish County Public Works seeks input to help fill the gap for Interurban Trail users in the Lynnwood area
SNOHOMISH COUNTY – Snohomish County Public Works is seeking public input on filling a critical gap in the Interurban Trail near Lynnwood through a new online open house this summer. The Interurban Trail/Maple Rd Overcrossing Online Open House features an online survey and runs through the end of September. Currently, Interurban Trail users must navigate […]
Edmonds Block Party returns this weekend with nostalgia-fueled lineup and vinyl DJ sets
EDMONDS – This weekend, the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to host the second annual edition of Edmonds Block Party August 7–8 at Civic Center Playfield, transforming downtown Edmonds into a two-day, multi-generational celebration of live music, vinyl culture, and community connection. After a strong debut last year, earning coverage from KUOW, Seattle Refined […]
Ferguson requests federal emergency declaration as Spokane wildfires force thousands to evacuate
SPOKANE — Governor Bob Ferguson requested a federal emergency declaration Sunday to mobilize additional federal resources as rapidly spreading wildfires force thousands of evacuations and destroy hundreds of structures across the state. “Governor Ferguson has made the request for federal assistance,” Congressman Michael Baumgartner (R-WA05) posted to on X at 2:07 p.m., Sunday, August 2. […]
Statewide Wildfire Emergency Declared, Governor Issues Burn Ban
OLYMPIA — A statewide state of emergency was declared Saturday by Governor Bob Ferguson due to prolonged drought, unusually high temperatures and strong winds that are fueling record-setting wildfires across Washington, while imposing a ban on most outdoor and agricultural burning through September 30, 2026. The proclamation took effect ahead of an unprecedented “particularly dangerous […]
5th Annual Mariner Fest Draws Hundreds as Sno-Isle Libraries Advances New Community Campus
MARINER — Mariner High School in South Everett pulsed with energy at the fifth annual Mariner Fest, a lively community celebration that drew hundreds of families to honor connection, culture and opportunity. From face painting and job training to educational entertainment, the event shined a light on the vibrant heart of this often-overlooked South Everett […]
Snohomish County seeks applicants for Climate Action Advisory Committee
SNOHOMISH COUNTY – Snohomish County’s Office of Energy and Sustainability (OES) is seeking community members who are passionate about sustainability, climate resilience, and protecting the county’s natural resources to serve on the Climate Action Advisory Committee. The committee plays an important role in advising the County on policies, programs, and strategies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions while helping communities prepare for […]
VOA Launches Dementia Day Program in Lynnwood, Expanding to Everett
LYNNWOOD – As the number of Americans living with dementia continues to grow, so does the need for programs that support both people living with memory loss and their caregivers. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, one in nine Americans over the age of 65 is living with dementia, with that number projected to increase to […]
Edmonds College and Western Washington University establish Guaranteed Transfer Admission agreement
LYNNWOOD — Edmonds College and Western Washington University have partnered to create a Guaranteed Transfer Admission Program, giving local students a clear, predictable pathway to earning their bachelor’s degree. The agreement guarantees admission to WWU for Edmonds students who apply after finishing a qualifying transfer associate degree with at least a 2.5 GPA. Beyond guaranteed […]
