2025 Evergreen State Fair commences on August 21
MONROE—The annual Evergreen State Fair, which has been part of summer memories in Snohomish County for 116 years, will kick off with Opening Day on August 21. The Evergreen State Fair is scheduled to commence on August 21, 2025, in Monroe, with an 11-day run featuring agricultural exhibits, entertainment, and community activities under the theme […]
Governor Ferguson, Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises launch certification for LGBTQ-owned businesses
OLYMPIA – LGBTQ small business owners and entrepreneurs can now certify their businesses with Washington state’s new LGBTQ Business Enterprise program. The statewide certification is free of charge, and will help LGBTQ-owned businesses access valuable government contracts to grow and sustain their businesses. “It’s a particularly important moment to show our support as a state […]
Washington House adds to list of government transparency assaults, auto-deletion
Our state Legislature’s march toward secrecy is speeding up, despite lawsuits, massive public outcry and even a ruling that was largely against them from the state Supreme Court. In the latest move against government transparency, the public records officer of the Washington House of Representatives sent an internal email in July to House members outlining […]
Graphite Arts Center Announces Fall 2025 Classes
Join a class this fall at Graphite Arts Center in Edmonds. Explore your creativity and connect with the community in our dynamic space. All skill levels are welcome. For more information and to register visit graphiteartscenter.org SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER Contact workshops@graphiteartscenter.org with questions. About Graphite Arts Center Graphite Arts Center is a dynamic, creative […]
Everett City Council Candidate Niko Battle: Show Your Campaign Records!
EVERETT—After requesting to inspect the campaign records in accordance with WAC 390-16-043 on Thursday, July 31, Everett City Council Candidate Niko Battle has yet to make his campaign finances available for inspection to the Lynnwood Times. According to state law, “The inspection must be allowed within 48 hours of the date and time the request […]
The Victor Tavern Edmonds Celebrates One Year with Discounted Birthday Menu, Free Bowling, and Block Party Fun
EDMONDS—The Victor Tavern Edmonds is turning one, and we’re celebrating with the community that has made our first year unforgettable. As a proud part of the vibrant Edmonds culinary scene, we’re excited to mark this milestone by giving back to the guests who’ve supported us from day one. From Tuesday, August 5 through Thursday, August […]
Sprint queen Sha’carri Richardson arrested for DV at Sea-Tac Airport after clash with track star beau
PORT OF SEATTLE—Sha’Carri Richardson, the reigning world champion in the women’s 100 meters and an Olympic gold medalist, was arrested on Wednesday, July 27, at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport following an alleged domestic violence incident involving her boyfriend, fellow sprinter Christian Coleman. According to police reports, the altercation began as a verbal argument after the couple […]
New South County Fire Deployment Model Rolled Out to Improve Emergency Services
As part of a plan to improve emergency services for nearly 300,000 residents across the regional fire authority (RFA), South County Fire has implemented a new fire and emergency medical service deployment model based on response data. That model adds three additional firefighters each day across 15 fire stations. In total, 69 firefighters will be […]
Snohomish County seeking applicants for behavioral health funds
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County is encouraging nonprofit or for-profit organizations, local government, and federally recognized Tribes to review the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and submit applications to improve, preserve, or create behavioral health capacity. Projects must be located in Snohomish County and prioritize Snohomish County residents. The amount of funding available is an estimated $3 […]
Washington’s new Work Zone Speed Cameras issue 7,599 infractions first 90 days
OLYMPIA—Washington State’s Work Zone Speed Camera Program, that launched in April 2025, has issued 7,599 infractions for speeding in highway work zones, with another 3,968 currently being processed, during its first 90 days the Washington State Patrol announced on Wednesday, July 30. “While the number of infractions has been high during the first 90 days […]
