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 […]
Registration now open for the 14th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic
EVERETT—Rise Up Academy is excited to announce registration for the 14th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic, hosted by 2017 NFL Hall of Famer, Kenny Easley, is now open. This is More Than Just a Tournament. The event incorporates a day of activities designed to raise awareness and support for the amazing Early Learning and After School […]
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 […]
Employment Security receives $2 million federal grant to help laid off Boeing workers
OLYMPIA—The Employment Security Department was awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to help more than 2,000 Boeing workers living in Washington who were affected by the company’s recent layoffs. Workforce Snohomish, Future Workforce Alliance of Snohomish County and the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County, in partnership with Employment Security, […]
Public Comments Welcome on Draft Housing and Community Development Plans
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Consortia are partnerships between Snohomish County and the cities and towns in the county for the receipt of federal funds under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs. The Draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan & 2025 Annual Action Plan provides a framework to guide […]
Gov Bob Ferguson signs historic bill officially recognizing Eid holidays
TACOMA—Governor Bob Ferguson has signed into law a bill officially recognizing Muslim holidays Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as state holidays, making Washington the first state to do so. Ferguson signed the historic legislation surrounded by a standing-room-only crowd at the Islamic Center of Tacoma. Senate Bill 5106, sponsored by Sen. Yasmin Trudeau (D-Tacoma), adds […]
Former judicial candidate sues opponent and Snohomish County Indivisible for defamation
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Former Snohomish County Superior Court Judicial Candidate Mary Anderson is suing Snohomish County Indivisible and former opponent Judge Patrick Moriarty alleging defamation, false light, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and injunctive relief. Anderson also filed the suit to highlight how a blanket affidavit of prejudice can lead to false claims that a judge is […]
