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Oboni: A micro-museum raising climate change awareness across America

Oboni

In an era where climate change poses one of the greatest challenges to our planet, initiatives like Oboni are crucial in fostering awareness and action. Originating in Washington, Oboni is a unique micro-museum that is traveling across the country, focusing on regions most in need of climate education. From September 6-17, visitors to the Lynnwood […]

EADC encourages participation in new Aerospace Supplier Survey

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EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) has launched a targeted survey to assess the current state of the aerospace supply chain amid ongoing labor discussions affecting the supply chain. This initiative aims to collect key insights from businesses across the aerospace ecosystem to better understand operational challenges and inform strategic support programs. The confidential survey focuses […]

The Grand Kyiv Ballet returns with Don Quixote

ARLINGTON—Ukrainian-based ballet company Grand Kyiv Ballet is returning to Snohomish County on Friday, October 11, with their groundbreaking performance of Ludwig Minkus’ Don Quixote, based on Miguel Cervantes’ classic 1605 novel of the same name.  The ballet will be held at Arlington’s Byrnes Performing Arts Center at 7:00 p.m., marking the ballet company’s second Snohomish […]

Statewide “One More Stop” emphasis patrol to honor fallen WSP trooper

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is holding a statewide “One More Stop” emphasis patrol in honor of fallen Trooper Christopher Gadd #927 on Friday, Sept. 27. Trooper Gadd was killed after being struck by an impaired driver on Interstate 5 just north of Marysvilleon March 2, 2024. Prior to the tragic incident, Trooper […]

New FBI data shows Washington state surpassing national crime average

FBI crime

LACEY—Recently released 2023 FBI crime data shows, for the last five consecutive years when comparing Washington state to the national average, murders are 408% higher, vehicle thefts higher by 144%, and burglaries, robberies, and aggravated assaults are all higher since 2019. The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) released its annual crime rata report on Tuesday, July […]

Washington State Patrol honors its oldest living retiree, standing strong at 102

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PUYALLUP—The Washington State Patrol held a brief Meet & Greet opportunity with retired WSP Captain Howard F West on Tuesday, August 27, honoring the agency’s oldest living retiree. The event was held at the Washington State Fairgrounds, just two months after Captain West’s 102nd birthday who retired from the law enforcement agency on January 31, […]

House Transportation subcommittee hears from FAA Administrator on Boeing

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WASHINGTON D.C.—The House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee heard testimony from Michael Whitaker, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), on Tuesday, September 24, focused on its oversight of Boeing’s corrective action plan following Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 incident. Whitaker briefed the committee back in June on Boeing’s manufacturing and production process and appeared before it […]

Boeing presents union with best and final offer with hope to end strike

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CRYSTAL CITY, VA—Boeing announced today, September 23, a final contract offer to the leaders of IAM 751 & W24 for consideration to ending its strike with production workers. If approved by union members, the average annual machinist pay at the end of this 4-year contract would increase from $75,608 a year to $111,155, says a […]

Putting for a Purpose: Enjoy an evening of mini golf benefiting Orion Industries

Orion Industries

EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s (EASC) Ambassador Program is proud to present Putting for a Purpose beginning at 4 p.m. on September 26 at the Everett Mall to benefit Orion Industries. This non-profit showcase and fundraising event provides a casual and fun networking opportunity for members of the greater Everett community and Snohomish County.  The event […]

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