Hundreds of ballots destroyed in Vancouver election terror incident
VANCOUVER—The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) along with local law enforcement agencies in both Portland and Vancouver, are investigating fires set in ballot drop boxes early Monday, October 28, that destroyed hundreds of ballots according to Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is calling the incident an act of “terror.” “We […]
Arlington receives Dept of Ecology’s Wastewater Treatment Award
ARLINGTON—The Department of Ecology’s Northwest Region Office has presented the City of Arlington with the 2023 Wastewater Treatment Plant Outstanding Performance Award for the staff’s continued high performance in the operation of the treatment facility. “The Arlington Water Reclamation Facility has a notable record as one of the top municipal wastewater treatment plants in Washington […]
Boeing announces stock offerings of $22 billion to pay debt and raise capital
ARLINGTON—Less than a week after reporting $6.2 billion in third quarter losses and machinist union members rejecting its latest contract offer, Boeing announced on October 28, stock offerings to raise up to $22 billion to help ease its financial woes. “Boeing intends to use the net proceeds from the Offerings for general corporate purposes, which […]
Community Transit proposes 2025 Budget: More service, security, electric buses
Snohomish County—Community Transit proposes to increase bus service next year following an historic year of transit expansion in 2024. The agency’s proposed 2025 budget also includes funding for three new Zip microtransit pilot projects that will start later this year and increases in security staff and programs. The proposed budget is available for review at […]
Arlington Municipal Airport and VEREGY hold ribbon-cutting for major solar array project
ARLINGTON—The Arlington Municipal Airport, and decarbonization partner Veregy, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, October 17, to commemorate the launch of its solar array project promoting the benefits of renewable energy. This is Washington’s state’s largest general aviation solar array. The airport’s new solar installation is capable of totaling 87.5 kW of DC power, comprised of […]
How wealthy is your elected official? Looking at politicians’ worth amidst 14% wage increases
Washington state-level lawmakers are set to receive up to a 14.7 percent wage increase following the proposed 2025/26 salary schedule adopted by the Washington Citizens’ Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials on October 10. The final vote is scheduled for February 5, 2025. Lieutenant Governor Denny Heck is advocating for the higher pay stating that […]
City of Arlington Receives State Auditor’s Stewardship Award
ARLINGTON—On Monday, October 21 the City of Arlington received the State Auditor’s Stewardship Award from Pat McCarthy, Washington State Auditor, at the City Council Meeting. The award recognizes “outstanding accomplishment in accountability, transparency, and good stewardship of public resources, with the shared mission of government that works better and earns greater public trust.” Arlington is […]
Reader Opinion: Vote Nick Brown for Attorney General
I’m a mother of two young adult sons, retired Navy, active community member and volunteer. The purpose of my letter is to share why I’m voting for Nick Brown for Attorney General this election. I met Nick several years ago at a conference in Spokane where he was the keynote speaker. The conference was running really […]
Here are the pros and cons for each statewide initiative
Ballots for the November 5 General Election have already hit mailboxes throughout Snohomish County and the polls are now open for early voting in Washington. Those who have started the early voting process may have noticed a set of ballot initiatives in their Voters’ Pamphlet. The Lynnwood Times broke down the pro and con arguments […]
POE holds State of the Station address on Naval Station Everett
EVERETT—The Economic Alliance Snohomish County and the Port of Everett hosted Captain Stacy Wuthier, Commanding Officer of the Naval Station Everett (NSE), to deliver the base’s annual State of the Station address on Wednesday, October 23, covering the NSE’s ongoing projects, its role in national defense, and its impact on our local economy. The Naval […]
