Washington State challenges Trump Administration’s dismantling of AmeriCorps
SEATTLE — Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown on Tuesday joined a multistate lawsuit challenging an executive order by President Donald J Trump that terminated AmeriCorps grants and reduced the agency’s workforce by 85 percent. The order effectively ended the program that provides opportunities to more than 200,000 Americans to serve their communities, the Attorney General’s Office […]
Gesa Credit Union announces new student-run Lynnwood High School Branch
BOTHELL—Gesa, a leading credit union in Washington dedicated to driving meaningful change in the communities it serves, on Wednesday announced the grand opening of its newest High School Credit Union (HSCU) Program at Lynnwood High School. This new location marks Gesa’s 18 student-run branch statewide and its first within the Edmonds School District, showcasing its […]
Mother of Congressman Rick Larsen, passes away at the age of 88
ARLINGTON—The mother of Congressman Rick Larsen (WA-02), Yolanda Larsen passed away on Tuesday, April 29, to join her late husband of 50-years, Richard “Dick” Larsen, with the Lord. She was 88 years old and is survived by eight children and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. During her life, Yolanda was active in education by volunteering classrooms […]
Celebrating Historic High School Girls Flag Football Decision
EVERETT—The YMCA of Snohomish County is celebrating a game-changing moment for girls across Washington state. The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) has officially sanctioned girls flag football as a high school varsity sport—the first addition to the state’s roster in over two decades. For the YMCA, the decision affirms what they’ve been building for years. […]
Community Transit monthly board meeting, May 1
Snohomish County, Wash. – The Community Transit Board of Directors’ monthly meeting will take place at 3 p.m., Thursday, May 1. Agenda items include: For the full agenda and instructions on how to comment, go to communitytransit.org/board-of-directors, click on Upcoming Meetings and then click Agenda. The meeting will be hybrid, with in-person attendance and online […]
WIAA stands with trans athlete participation in recent policy amendments
RENTON—The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) Representative Assembly announced Monday, April 21, that two transgender related advisory amendments—one restricting participation in girls’ sports to be limited to “biological females” and the other that would have offered separate athletic programs for boys, girls, and an open division for all students—did not meet the 60% threshold to […]
Everett City Council approves Drone First Responder Program
EVERETT—Everett becomes the first city in Snohomish County and the second following Redmond in Washington state, to launch a Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program reducing response times on by up to 63 percent—to just under 90 seconds! The council voted 5-1, with Councilwoman Liz Vogeli dissenting, to officially approve the pilot program in partnership with […]
10% cap on rent passes WA Senate, House to vote
A cap on annual residential rent increases in Washington state is closer than ever to becoming law. But major changes made in the Senate on Thursday have set up a clash with their Democratic colleagues in the House as the legislative session heads into its final two weeks. Before passing House Bill 1217 on Thursday, Democrats in […]
Snohomish County STI Clinic Marks First Full Year with Major Milestones
Snohomish County, WA — In its first full year of operation, the Snohomish County Health Department’s STI (sexually transmitted infection) Clinic has delivered essential, life-changing care to over a thousand residents, playing a crucial role in early disease detection, treatment, and prevention while advancing health equity and reducing barriers to care. “The outstanding first-year success of […]
YMCA of Snohomish County 2025 Community Campaign raises $1.52 million
EVERETT—The YMCA of Snohomish County is proud to announce the success of its 2025 Community Campaign, which raised over $1.52 million through dedicated volunteer-led efforts. As the Y’s largest annual fundraising initiative, Community Campaign mobilizes volunteers, staff, and community partners to champion the mission of ensuring equitable access to YMCA programs, memberships, and services for […]
