Sound Transit tips for USA vs Australia World Cup match
With the FIFA World Cup 2026 in full swing, Friday’s U.S. vs. Australia match promises to bring plenty of fans to downtown Seattle. That, combined with multiple Juneteenth holiday events and other World Cup activities, makes trip planning essential. Riders headed to the match should use our preferred stations for going to and from the renamed Seattle Stadium (800 Occidental Ave. S.) depending on originating direction and mobility needs. To reduce wait […]
Exclusive Interview: Rick Larsen on Transportation, Workforce Development, Marine Conservation, Fentanyl Crisis, and Affordability in Washington’s Second District
EVERETT— Congressman Rick Larsen (WA-02) officially kicked off his campaign on Tuesday, June 16, at Bluewater Distilling on the Everett Waterfront, to retain his seat representing Washington’s Second Congressional District which encompasses portions of Snohomish, Island, San Juan, Skagit, and Whatcom counties. But prior to the event, Lynnwood Times Senior Reporter Kienan Briscoe sat down […]
Lynnwood Chamber Annual Meeting 2026: New Events Map Launches for FIFA World Cup and Record Membership Growth
LYNNWOOD — The Lynnwood Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting May 20 at Fogo de Chão in Alderwood, featuring a review of the organization’s 2025 accomplishments and remarks from Washington Sen. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds). Chamber CEO Frank Percival opened the evening with several announcements, including the upcoming launch of the Lynnwood Events and Experiences […]
How Will FIFA Impact Local Business & Tourism? Join the Conversation June 9!
The FIFA World Cup is coming to the Seattle region—and the economic impact will extend far beyond the stadium. Join Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) for From Fans to Foot Traffic: FIFA’s Impact on Tourism and Local Business, part of our Coffee Chats series presented by Welcome Magazine and the Port of Everett, on Tuesday, June 9 from 8:30–9:30 a.m. via […]
Lynnwood City Council passes paid parking and renews transportation tax
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council passed a temporary paid parking ordinance, renewed its Transportation Benefit District sales tax, amended its municipal code to allow an interim Finance Director position, and continued its discussion on updating its commemorative flag policy at their Business Meeting on Tuesday, May 26. Paid Parking Ordinance This Business Item was regarding allowing […]
Everything you need to know about FIFA World Cup in Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD—With just a few weeks away until the FIFA World Cup hits the Seattle area, here’s everything to expect in the region and what the City of Lynnwood has been doing to prepare. Lynnwood Business Engagement In preparation for the incoming sporting event, the City of Lynnwood distributed a survey over the past year to […]
Port of Everett brings monthlong “Pathway to the Pitch” celebration to Waterfront Place, Kicking Off June 1
EVERETT – The Port of Everett is bringing soccer spirit to Waterfront Place this June with “Pathway to the Pitch,” a monthlong series of community events, family activities, themed promotions and public art installations leading up to the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches hosted in the Seattle region. The celebration culminates in four free Waterfront […]
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW: Regional leaders roll out ambitious No-Car Transit Plan for Seattle World Cup
SEATTLE —Regional leaders on Wednesday outlined an extensive transit plan for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches at Lumen Field, aiming to get 80% of fans to the stadium without personal vehicles through free shuttles, expanded bus and light-rail service, and coordinated operations across agencies. With Seattle’s first match — Belgium versus Egypt — 33 […]
DHS Secretary Signals “Hard Look” at Pulling Customs from Sanctuary City Airports Ahead of FIFA World Cup
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin during an interview with Fox News anchor Bret Baier on Monday evening shared that he is considering the withdrawal of CBP customs services from sanctuary city airports if states continue limiting cooperation with ICE— a move that would cripple not only the economy but also FIFA revenues for Washington state. “If […]
SeattleFWC26 holds FIFA World Cup Draw Event watch party at Stoup Brewery
SEATTLE—With just 187 days left until the world’s largest sporting event hits Seattle, local organizing committee SeattleFWC26 hosted a watch party for the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Stoup Brewery in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood Friday, December 5. The watch party featured special guests SeattleFWC26 CEO Peter Tomozawa, former Seattle University […]
