Lynnwood-based Mini Einstein’s Learning Center receives $1.85 million grant
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood-based Mini Einstein’s Learning Center was the recipient of a grant by the Washington State Department of Commerce to provide a high-quality early learning space in South Snohomish County. The agency recently awarded $30.4 million in capital funds to 42 early learning facilities that serve nearly 2,500 children across 15 counties to create 2,422 new […]
Big Chicken invites community to Shaq’s Birthday Bash on March 6
MUKILTEO—All day long on Shaquille O’Neal’s birthday, Wednesday, March 6, Big Chicken is giving all guests who stop by the location in Mukilteo a FREE ice cream cone, while supplies last! “Shaquille is so loved by fans all over America and the world, and we love him at Big Chicken as our founder, mentor, and […]
Two Washington Democratic political power players announce retirements
OLYMPIA—Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig (D-Spokane) and Senate President Pro Tempore Karen Keiser (D-Des Moines), two high ranking policy makers who have shaped Washington politics for at least a decade, announce they will be leaving the legislature this year. Appointed to fill an open seat in the Washington State House of Representatives in 1995, then-candidate […]
Snohomish Sky FC Men join the United Premier Soccer League
EVERETT—Snohomish Sky FC men’s team joins the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) Pacific Northwest Conference. The men’s team will begin play in the outdoor league on April 6, 2024, against the Bellevue Athletic. UPSL Premier Division is the top-tier division of the United Premier Soccer League. UPSL is the largest and most competitive pro-development league […]
Community invited to Verdant Community Wellness Day on March 9
LYNNWOOD—The Verdant Health Commission invites the public to its Community Wellness Day for Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4710 196th Street SW in Lynnwood. Take advantage of this FREE event with numerous resources and opportunities available for individuals and families to prioritize their health and well-being. Keynote Speakers and activities […]
Snohomish County Developmental Disability Transition Resource Fair, March 26
EVERETT—Snohomish County Human Services invites community members to the “Transition Resource Fair” on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 4-8:30 p.m. at Cascade High School in Everett. The Fair is held each year as a free, community event that welcomes individuals with developmental disabilities (ages 12 and older), their families, caregivers, teachers, employees, and other interested […]
Community Transit monthly board meeting scheduled for March 7
EVERETT—The Community Transit Board of Directors’ monthly meeting will take place at 3 p.m., Thursday, March 7. The meeting will be hybrid, with in-person attendance and online options available. Agenda items for the board meeting include: For the full agenda, go to communitytransit.org/board-of-directors and click on Upcoming Meetings. Livestream: https://bit.ly/CTPublicMtgsYouTube Join Zoom Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87858511746?pwd=UVZwc3doeW41L0pRSFBZbVBVVWlhQT09Webinar ID: […]
Suspect charged with vehicular homicide of Trooper Gadd, in US illegally
EVERETT—Raul Benitez Santana, 32, the Snohomish County man charged with the death of Washington State Trooper Chris Gadd, 27, entered the United States without permission and was in the country illegally, an ICE spokesman confirmed with FOX13 Seattle on March 5. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed that Mr. Santana, “entered the U.S. without […]
Eligible Washington state taxpayers can now use free IRS Direct File
SEATTLE—The IRS announced on March 4 that eligible Washington state taxpayers can now use IRS Direct File, a new service that provides taxpayers with the choice to electronically file their federal tax return directly with the IRS for free. Direct File is a mobile-friendly, interview-based service that will work as well on a mobile phone […]
First three Let’s Go Washington initiatives pass the legislature and now law
OLYMPIA—Three of six Let’s Go Washington landmark initiatives to the legislature passed both chambers of the Washington State Senate and House on Monday, March 4, and will become law in 90 days after the Legislature adjourns on March 7—no signature by Governor Jay Inslee is needed. The three initiatives that did not receive public hearings […]
