Secretary Hobbs receives Washington Library Association Merit award
OLYMPIA — Secretary of State Steve Hobbs has received the Washington Library Association’s Honorary Membership Award for his advocacy of libraries across the state. The Washington Library Association’s Merit Awards offer the opportunity to recognize and highlight the outstanding work ongoing in Washington libraries. The Honorary Membership Award, presented to Secretary Hobbs at a 9:30 […]
Snohomish County Auditor praises advance of election worker protection bill
EVERETT—In an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 45-4, the Washington State Senate passed Substitute House Bill 1241, on February 22, making it a Class C Felony to harass an election worker. The amended bill now moves back to the House, where it originally passed 86-11, for final approval. Governor Jay Inslee is expected to sign it […]
Matches and lighters pose a danger in the hands of minors
OLYMPIA—Matches and lighters pose a significant risk in the hands of young people who do not understand that fire can quickly grow out of control causing injuries and deaths. Children may be fascinated with fire. They may not understand the dangers associated with open flames. The State Fire Marshal’s Office offers the following safety tips […]
The People vs Washington State, hearing schedules released for initiatives
OLYMPIA—Washington State House and Senate leaders agree to hold joint public hearings on initiatives I- 2113 (police pursuits), I-2111 (state income tax) and I-2081 (parental rights) for Tuesday, February 27 and Wednesday. February 28. Democratic leadership has confirmed that I-2117, a repeal of the Climate Commitment Act, I-2109, a repeal of the capital gains tax and I-2124, an opt-out of Washington’s long-term care retirement program will […]
LPD make arrests in retail theft, another in burglary gang, and an overnight shooting
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Police Department (LPD) in cooperation with the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office arrested, on February 20, a 23-year-old male on several counts of residential burglary and theft. The subject and his co-conspirators are suspected of being involved in numerous residential burglaries relentlessly targeting Asian and Indian homeowners throughout Puget Sound from Thurston to Snohomish counties. […]
Economic Alliance shares forecast for Snohomish County, presents awards
TULALIP—The Economic Alliance of Snohomish County shared its economic forecast and presented five awards to key community members at its annual meeting on Wednesday, February 21, at Tulalip Resort and Casino. The event kicked off with a networking lunch in the resort’s gorgeous Orca Ballroom before Wendy Poischbeg, Interim President and CEO, took the stage […]
Massive solar flares strike Earth but communications blackout was not related, experts say
Two massive solar flares hit the earth last night around the same time that a widespread communications disruption for tens of thousands of cell phone users across the globe without service. The disruption primarily targeted AT&T and Verizon users and affected many daily activities including ride share apps (like Uber and Lyft), delivery food services […]
New Lynnwood Neighborhood Center to begin construction this April
LYNNWOOD—Volunteers of America’s new Lynnwood Neighborhood Center is set to begin construction this upcoming April 15 which will serve over 20,000 community members annually, from the most vulnerable needing support to at-risk children and youth. “The Lynnwood Neighborhood Center is a true partnership between the faith community, the local businesses, the local community members and […]
FBI Seattle 2024 Citizens Academy now accepting applications
SEATTLE—The FBI Citizens Academy in Seattle is now accepting applications for a stimulating six- to eight-week program that gives business, religious, civic, and community leaders an inside look at the FBI. During the academy, students gain insight into the structure and operation of FBI field offices and resident agencies and learn the services the FBI […]
New temporary SAF Center set to open later this year at Paine Field Airport
EVERETT—The ball is rolling on Paine Field’s new Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Research and Development Center as the repository prepares to break ground later this year, with a later, permanent facility currently entering its planning phase. SAF’s are a biofuel with similar properties and safety requirements as conventional jet fuel used in aircraft but with […]
