South County firefighters return from assisting with Los Angeles wildfires
All eight South County Fire firefighters returned safely to Snohomish County on Saturday, January 25, after being deployed for two weeks assisting with the Los Angeles wildfires. The crew were deployed in early January, separated into two teams of four, and both assigned to the Palisades Fire. All eight of the fire fighters volunteered for […]
Washington’s Lottery achieves nation’s highest level of responsible gambling certification
OLYMPIA—Washington’s Lottery announced on February 11 that it has achieved the highest level of responsible gambling certification in the country. As acknowledged by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) and the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL), Washington’s Lottery officially was certified for Responsible Gambling Verification Best Practices at the Sustaining […]
Hundreds lined up for Ivar’s Soup Day in Everett
EVERETT—Hundreds of residents from around the county braved the chilly weather on Saturday, February 15, to purchase by the pouch or the case at wholesale prices, Ivar’s Restaurants’ famous soups and award-winning chowders at Ivar’s Seafood Bar in Everett for its Soup Day. “We were expecting a good turnout, but this is crazy,” Billie MacFarland, […]
Schools must end DEI policies by Feb 28 or lose federal funding, says US Dept of Education
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The United States Department of Education on February 14 sent an ultimatum to all education agencies and institutions throughout the country, end what it called “insidious” DEI policies within 14 days or “face potential loss of federal funding.” In the letter penned by Craig Trainor, Acting Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights for the United […]
Secretary of State Steve Hobbs fights for election security funding
OLYMPIA—Secretary of State Steve Hobbs sent a letter to the Washington state congressional delegation, urging them to take immediate action and secure election security funding in the midst of looming federal budget cuts and funding freezes. “While M25-13, which threatened ISAC funding, was quickly rescinded, a federal review of grants and financial support for ISACs […]
Sound Transit Lynnwood Link new construction alert Feb 15
Sound Transit will close westbound NE 175th St between 5th Ave NE and the northbound I-5 on-ramp intersection for signal work starting February 15. A second lane closure will begin on February 18 along northbound right lane at NE 185th St and NE 175th St to the northbound I-5 on-ramp for barrier work. Sound Transit […]
Port of Edmonds Names David Preston as Commission President
EDMONDS—In January the Port of Edmonds Commission unanimously approved David Preston as President for 2025, Janelle Cass as Vice President, and Selena Killin as Secretary. Preston has served on the Port of Edmonds Commission since 2011 and represents Port District 2. This will be his third year-long term as Commission President. Steve Johnston and Jay […]
Valentine’s Day Special: Two Quail Park couples share their secrets to a long and happy marriage
LYNNWOOD—In the spirit of Valentine’s Day 2025, the Lynnwood Times sat down with two Lynnwood couples at Quail Park Assisted Living Center, each with more than 50 years of marriage under their belt, to discuss the secrets behind a long-lasting relationship and the elements of love. The first couple, Dick and Gail Hankinson, are coming […]
Gov Ferguson says state at risk of a Trump $27 billion federal funding freeze
SEATTLE—On February 13, Governor Bob Ferguson, Attorney General Nick Brown, and other state officials held a press conference in Olympia to “update” Washingtonians on “federal funding impacts and Washington’s response to President Trump’s executive orders.” Although federal courts blocked the Trump administration’s “funding freeze”, it has reportedly still taken effect within some jurisdictions, including the […]
Public invited to 2025 Economic Forecast Coffee Chat
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is pleased to announce its upcoming Coffee Chat, “2025 Economic Forecast,” scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. PST. This virtual event will provide an in-depth analysis of economic trends affecting the North Puget Sound region. The session will feature insights from Christina Prkic, Vice President and Regional […]
