Youth beach cleanup inspires the next generation of environmental stewards
STANWOOD—On Saturday, July 12, Kayak Point Park in Stanwood became a hub of environmental action as over 70 youth and volunteers gathered for a Youth Beach Cleanup, that removed 151.47 pounds of trash. The hands-on event, a collaborative effort between Snohomish County Council President Nate Nehring’s Office and WSU Beach Watchers, aimed to educate and […]
Island County ballot observer convicted of felony after refusing to wear a mask
ISLAND COUNTY—A jury found Tim Hazelo, a Republican ballot observer in Island County, guilty of unauthorized access to a voting center (felony) and criminal trespass (gross misdemeanor) during a jury trial Thursday, July 10, stemming from an incident where he refused to wear a mask, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, during the ballot counting […]
Did Snohomish County Legislators Represent You—or Special Interests?
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Future 42, a conservative-leaning, free-market, lower taxes, limited government, and traditional values advocacy group, released its first-of-its-kind, comprehensive scorecard highlighting key votes taken by legislators representing areas of Snohomish County during the 2025 legislative session. The 2025 legislative session included debate and action on several key bills which will affect the daily lives of Snohomish […]
Sheriff’s Office seeking tips to crack cold case of the Pinnacle Lake double homicide
GRANITE FALLS—The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit detectives continue to seek the public’s help in solving the 2006 double homicide that occurred on Pinnacle Lake Trail. On July 11, 2006, Mary Cooper, 56, and her daughter Susanna Stodden, 27, went hiking on the Pinnacle Lake Trail near Granite Falls. Later that day, mere […]
USDOT releases $42.4 million in federal funding for the Second Congressional District
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Department of Transportation has released $42.4 million in federal funding for various transportation projects across Washington’s Second Congressional District, as announced by Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), the ranking Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The funds, allocated across fiscal years2022 through 2024, will support initiatives aimed at […]
DelBene highlights impact of Trump’s SNAP cuts on Washington families
ARLINGTON—On Thursday, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) addressed the federal food program cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law by President Donald J Trump. Joined by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients, nutrition advocates, educators, and local food providers, DelBene stated that the legislation will affect many Washington families and children. The […]
In Loving Memory of Marjorie S Thomas, 47
Marjorie S Thomas, born on July 9th, 1977, a beloved mother, wife, daughter (oldest sibling of five), and very dear friend to many of Port Townsend, Lynnwood, Olympia and the Seattle areas, passed away on May 24th, 2025, in Skagit county, Washington. Doing what she loved, with those she loved, she died in a motorcycle […]
No Empty Promises: One Candidate’s Plan to Clean Up Everett — Literally
In Everett’s crowded district four city council race, one candidate is doing more than just knocking on doors — he’s picking up trash while he does it. Over the weekend, Niko Battle’s campaign launched what may be a first-of-its-kind Community Cleanup Canvass Program, sending volunteers door to door with a simple twist: bring an empty […]
Everett Herald journalists call for community support in battle against low wages, story quotas
Everett Herald news staff are asking subscribers to support their contract fight as Carpenter Media Group continues to offer low wages and tie meager raises to story quotas. The NewsGuild is calling on Everett Herald subscribers to email Publisher Carrie Radcliff at carrie.radcliff@heraldnet.com and regional Carpenter manager John Carr at john.carr@bendbulletin.com, saying they are willing […]
Rick Steves announces $1 million challenge match for Lynnwood Neighborhood Center
LYNNWOOD—Local philanthropist Rick Steves has pledged a $1 million challenge match to support the public phase of the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center (LNC) capital campaign, a $26.5 million project set to transform human health and community services in South Snohomish County. The LNC, a 39,000-square-foot LEED Gold-certified facility, will offer gathering spaces and critical services, including […]
