Many in Snohomish County lack adequate internet access
Whether for work, school, or play, the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns have undoubtedly illustrated the growing necessity of the internet. However, many came to the realization after life was forcibly switched to ‘online-only mode’ that not everyone has reliable access to the internet. As previously reported, this is largely what motivated the Snohomish County Executive and […]
Snohomish County Executive appoints Michael McCrary as Planning Director
By Snohomish County Government | Press Release SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., March 31, 2021 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers today announced the appointment of Michael McCrary as Snohomish County’s new Planning and Development Services Director. Michael will begin in the new role on May 1, 2021, and his appointment will require confirmation from the Snohomish […]
Snohomish County declares “Broadband Access Week”
By Snohomish County Government | Press Release SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash, March 24, 2021 – This morning, The Snohomish County Executive and County Council adopted Joint Resolution #21-007, declaring March 29 through April 2, 2021 as “Broadband Access Week” in Snohomish County. The goal of Broadband Access Week is to increase public awareness of broadband needs […]
Statement condemning anti-Asian hate crimes
By Dave Somers, Snohomish County Executive | Press Release Snohomish County, Wash., March 17, 2021 – There has been an increase in anti-Asian hate crimes in the United States, including in our own community, and the horrible murders in Georgia yesterday should make us all more determined than ever to work for an end to […]
2020 Year in Review: Lifestyles
By Noel Pai-Young | Lynnwood Times Staff Snohomish County residents demonstrated incredible resilience in 2020. From the COVID pandemic to the 2020 election fiasco, 2020 will go down as a turning point in human history. For the first time in generations, every person on our little blue ocean we call earth asked, “Is this the […]
Snohomish County allocates $1 million towards social justice
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff On Tuesday, November 10, the Snohomish County Council adopted a $1.045 billion 2021 budget, with over $1 million set aside to cultivate countywide social justice. The five councilmembers voted 4-1 approving the budget allocations, with Councilwoman Megan Dunn dissenting, wanting funding to further support initiatives driven by the […]
Tuesday is your last day to enjoy indoor dining before the holidays
By Dio Alexander | Lynnwood Times Staff Restaurants and bars will be closed for indoor service starting 11:59pm on Tuesday, November 17. Only outdoor dining and to-go service is permitted following current guidelines. Table size will be limited to five persons for outdoor dining. Retail and grocery stores will be limited to 25% occupancy and […]
Somers submits 2021 proposed county budget
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers has submitted the proposed budget for the upcoming 2021 year. Experiencing an economic downturn induced by the coronavirus pandemic, Somers says that the county is committed to cutting costs and reducing expenditures to meet revenue projections. Proposed measures include General Fund budget reductions, […]
Snohomish County sees 21% increase in opioid deaths compared to same period last year
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Snohomish County officials say coronavirus pandemic induced isolation is driving opioid overdose numbers higher, the county in a position to exceed last year’s overdose death total. According to the Snohomish County Opioid Response Multi-Agency Coordination Group, 86 people have died of an opioid related overdose by the end […]
Snohomish County Parks celebrate Park and Recreation Month
We’re redefining the field of parks and recreation as an essential, vital necessity By Rose Smith, Communications Specialist, Snohomish County Parks, Recreation & Tourism Since 1985, America has celebrated July as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Park and Recreation Month specifically highlights the vital […]
