Roberts campaigns to restore trust in Assessor’s Office as Wilson’s legal troubles mount
SHORELINE—Shoreline City Councilmember and Mayor Chris Roberts has announced his candidacy for King County Assessor, aiming to bring integrity, transparency, and effective leadership to an office currently overshadowed by controversy. Roberts, a four-term councilmember with 16 years of experience, launched his campaign with strong support from over 60 local and elected leaders, positioning himself as […]
Buying or selling a house? Local real estate agent Celine Williams has your back
LAKE STEVENS—Award-winning local real estate agent Celine Williams, with five years of experience, shines with boundless enthusiasm and a heartfelt passion for guiding people to their dream homes. Williams has always been passionate about homes – a fascination which stems from a young age when she would tour houses with her parents, just for fun, […]
South County firefighters battle two major fires over July 4th weekend
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—On July 4th and 5th, South County firefighters responded to two significant fires within a 24-hour period. The cause of both fires is under investigation, with fireworks as a possible factor. On July 5, a fire damaged two homes north of Lake Stickney in Everett. Firefighters arrived shortly after 1:30 p.m. to find both […]
Family, Community, Mourn Tragic Loss of Dr. Gregory Jantz
WOODWAY—The Woodway and Edmonds communities are morning the tragic loss of Doctor Gregory Jantz, a pioneering mental health expert and beloved family man, who passed away in an unexpected accident at his home on July 4, 2025. “The family is deeply touched by the outpouring of love, prayers, support from friends, colleagues and members of […]
Colville Tribes’ response to the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
NESPELEM—Republicans in Congress passed President Trump’s massive piece of legislation referred to as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (“OBBA”). It was signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025. No Democrats voted for the bill. Due to the bill’s size of 940 pages, it is difficult to concisely summarize the OBBA. In general, […]
Lynnwood PFD to vote on County Financing Plan at July 8 meeting
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Public Facilities District will hold its Board Meeting at 10 a.m. on July 8, 2025, to discuss and/or vote on approving a resolution for Snohomish County financing, staffing changes, and Master Plan updates. The public is invited to join the meeting virtually via Zoom or in person at 3711 196TH Street SW in […]
29-year-old Lynnwood man dies in street race
GOLD BAR—Washington State Patrol identified Wyatt J Ivers, 29, of Lynnwood, as the driver who was pronounced deceased at the scene of a fatal traffic collision on July 4 that occurred near Big Bend on Stevens Pass Highway (US-2) approximately three-and-a-half miles from Gold Bar. Ivers was travelling eastbound on Stevens Pass Highway (US-2) engaged […]
Jayda, forever 13, remains a symbol of a life taken too soon and a call for change
MUKILTEO—Roughly 200 gathered at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park on Thursday, July 3, to celebrate the life of Jayda Johnson, whose life was tragically cut short when a stray bullet, allegedly fired by Samuel Gizaw, struck and killed the seventh grader in the food court of the Alderwood Mall. Now, one year later, the family is still […]
Ferguson announces changes to SNAP benefits due to passage of One Big Beautiful Bill
OLYMPIA—With the passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” today in Congress, Governor Bob Ferguson is advising that the approximately one million Washingtonians who receive the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see a reduction in benefits. In addition, the state will now be on the hook for an additional $87.8 million in administrative costs […]
Annual Port Report Coming to Everett Waterfront on July 16
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County will host its annual Port Report on July 16 in Everett. Presented in partnership with the Tulalip Tribes, Herald Media, North Sound Media, The Boeing Company and Snohomish County PUD, the event will feature an update from the Port of Everett on its economic impact and current projects. As a major […]
