SBA to hold mobile pop-up event in Stanwood, April 17
STANWOOD—The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) will be hosting a mobile pop-up event in Stanwood on Friday, April 17, to assist with disaster loan applications and help businesses learn how the SBA disaster loan can help pay for financial losses. The mop up event will be held at the Stanwood Station Parking Lot – […]
Fiscal Fallout: $375 million bond debt indirectly funding operating budget
[The Center Square]—Washington state is quietly raiding a special fund meant for local roads, bridges, water pipes, and sewers and now borrowing money through higher-rate bonds to replenish it — even though the state just collected record tax revenue and passed its biggest tax hike ever, according to an analysis of state fiscal data by […]
EASC Coffee Chat on County’s new Climate Resiliency Plan draft to commence on April 7
EVERETT — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host an upcoming Coffee Chats session titled, Preparing for What’s Next — Snohomish County’s Communitywide Climate Resiliency Plan, offering regional leaders, employers and community partners an opportunity to learn about Snohomish County’s draft climate resiliency strategy and its role in regional planning efforts. Snohomish County has developed […]
Rep Carolyn Eslick will not seek reelection, plans to continue work supporting families and improving behavioral health
SULTAN—State Rep. Carolyn Eslick, R-Sultan, announced Tuesday, March 31, she will not seek reelection at the end of her current term, concluding nearly a decade in the Legislature and almost 30 years in public service. Eslick, the ranking member of the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee, said her decision reflects a desire to […]
57 CASA volunteers receive inaugural Snohomish County Champion for Children Award
EVERETT — The Snohomish County Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program honored 57 volunteers with the inaugural Champion for Children Award on March 19, recognizing their extraordinary dedication and lasting impact on children and families in the dependency court system. CASA honored the volunteers during its inaugural Champion for Children Awards ceremony for their commitment, […]
Adam Fortney announces 2027 campaign for Snohomish County Sheriff
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Adam Fortney has officially announced his campaign for Snohomish County Sheriff in the 2027 election. According to his press release he promises to bring transparency, accountability and a new generation of leadership back to the Sheriff’s Office. BELOW IS HIS CAMPAIGN’S OFFICAL PRESS RELEASE: Former Sheriff Adam Fortney announced that he is running for […]
Foundation for Edmonds School District Receives $83,075 from Hazel Miller Foundation to Expand Student Opportunity
LYNNWOOD— Foundation for Edmonds School District has received two grants totaling $83,075 from the Hazel Miller Foundation to help remove financial barriers for students in the Edmonds School District and expand access to college and career opportunities. The Hazel Miller Foundation supports organizations in South Snohomish County who are committed to education, youth, and diversity. […]
From Gray to Green: Janet Pope unveils Lynnwood’s new $570M City Center Vision
LYNNWOOD — The Lynnwood Public Facilities District (The District) unveiled an ambitious master plan Monday to revitalize City Center, proposing a $570 million redevelopment of 13 acres into a mixed-use destination featuring a hotel, workforce housing, retail spaces, childcare and lush public greenspaces. The project, presented by Executive Director Janet Pope to the City Council, […]
72-Year-Old Critically Injured in Lynnwood Roommate Domestic Violence Assault
LYNNWOOD — Snohomish County sheriff’s detectives are investigating a violent altercation between two elderly roommates that left one man critically injured and the other in custody on a domestic violence assault charge. South County Fire responders arrived at a home in the 16200 block of Larch Way around 3:20 a.m., Monday, March 2, after receiving […]
Legislators promise support for survivors of gender-based violence
OLYMPIA [Cassie Diamond] – As Washingtonians geared up to celebrate love in anticipation of Valentine’s Day, lawmakers highlighted how the state is addressing gender-based violence and supporting survivors. During a press conference Feb. 13, Sen. Manka Dhingra, D-Redmond, said we are facing a “worldwide reckoning” after the release of the Epstein files. She went on […]
