Thanksgiving safety tips by Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office
OLYMPIA—As families gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s important to keep fire safety in mind to ensure a safe and joyful holiday. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving Day has the highest number of home-cooking fire incidents across the nation, and residential fires are approximately three times more likely to occur on this […]
Ballmer Group announces up to $1.7B for early education programs in Washington state
[The Center Square]—Washington state Gov. Bob Ferguson on Wednesday announced a huge philanthropic commitment to the state’s Early Childhood Education and Assessment Program, with the Ballmer Group committed to donating up to $170 million per year for the next decade. The boost comes months after Washington lawmakers, facing a potential budget shortfall, made substantial cuts […]
WA State secures $105.6M share from $7B Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
NEW YORK—United States bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane, of the Southern District of New York, ruled on Friday, November 14, to approve a settlement with OxyContin-maker Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler Family, to pay thousands of victims up to $7 billion over 15 years for fueling the opioid crisis. Washington state is expected to […]
Marysville Police honor fallen teen with high-impact enforcement on State Ave
MARYSVILLE—On Monday, November 10, the Marysville Police Department conducted a targeted traffic enforcement emphasis along State Avenue between 100th Street NE and 116th Street NE. The operation focused on high-priority violations including speeding and seatbelt usage and was conducted in honor of a young life lost to preventable circumstances. Noah Martinez, the stepson of Marysville […]
Port of Everett seeking flagship dining tenant to anchor the Fisherman’s Harbor district
EVERETT—The Port of Everett is seeking a flagship dining partner to drop anchor and build out the final retail/restaurant parcel available along its waterside Restaurant Row. Located within the Fisherman’s Harbor district of the Port’s billion-dollar Waterfront Place mixed-use development, the site offers a rare opportunity to bring a new dining experience to the Everett waterfront, overlooking the West […]
Four state legislators headline EASC’s Legislative Kickoff, Dec 10
EVERETT—Join Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) for its 2025 Legislative Kickoff, an annual event that brings together business leaders and elected officials to advocate for policies that support the success of Snohomish County’s economy. As the largest business advocacy organization in the region, EASC represents the diverse needs of our local industries in Olympia. Presented […]
Peace of Mind Brewing & Coffee Opens New Coffeehouse in Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD—Peace of Mind Brewing & Coffee marked the grand opening of its expanded coffee shop on November 10, transforming the family-owned brewery’s taproom into a daytime venue for the local community. “We built this place with our community in mind,” Brandon Molina, the brewery’s owner said. “Turning our brewery into a daytime coffeehouse felt like […]
Snohomish County’s Giant Menorah Lighting celebration for December 21
LYNNWOOD—It is important to highlight and celebrate light and freedom in a world so often plagued with tragedy and hate. Snohaimish Chabad of Snohomish County therefore invites you to celebrate the Festival of Lights with the 14th annual Giant Menorah Lighting & Celebration, celebrating the light and joy of our shared freedoms and the immeasurable value of […]
Time is running out to get up to $7,500 in AT&T’s $177 Million data breach settlement
NEW YORK—AT&T, one of the nation’s largest telecommunications providers, finalized a $177 million settlement in March 2025 to address two major data breaches that compromised the personal information of nearly 109 million current and former customers. With the claim filing deadline set for December 18, 2025—just weeks away—the window to claim a settlement for as […]
Everett to host U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team watch party as they take on Uruguay
EVERETT—The City of Everett, United Soccer League (USL), Snohomish County Sports Commission and Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to host a free, all-ages watch party as the U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team (USMNT) faces Uruguay. The event takes place Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, at The Flying Pig (1414 Hewitt Ave, Everett). Doors open at 3:30 p.m., with kickoff […]
