Patrick Decker: An open letter to the voters of Lynnwood and Snohomish County
There are some of you who might have been taken by surprise that I chose not to run for re-election to Lynnwood City Council this year. When I was appointed to the Council to fill a vacancy four years ago, I was asked if I would run for the seat I was appointed to during the […]
Don Schwab announces reelection campaign for Everett City Council
EVERETT—Retired Everett firefighter, and labor advocate Don Schwab officially announced his campaign for reelection to a second term on the Everett City Council representing District 3. With a deep commitment to public service and a proven track record of leadership, Schwab is ready to continue working for a stronger, more vibrant Everett. “It has been […]
Steve Schmalz announces candidacy for Mayor of Mukilteo
MUKILTEO—Steve Schmalz, a three-term Mukilteo City Councilmember with 12 years of dedicated service, has officially announced his candidacy for Mayor in the upcoming 2025 election. Schmalz, who has built a reputation for addressing the city’s most pressing issues with integrity and determination, is committed to tackling the challenges that Mukilteo faces today and setting a […]
Mukilteo Police respond to stabbing at Kamiak High School
MUKILTEO—At approximately 12:15 p.m. Friday, May 9, officers with the Mukilteo Police Department were dispatched to Kamiak High School following reports of a stabbing. Mukilteo Police report that the stabbing occurred about 45 minutes before officers or school officials were notified. The School Resource Officer quickly identified the juvenile suspect and took him into custody […]
Sno-Isle’s new Executive Director Eric Howard plans to use libraries to connect communities
SNOHOMISH—Sno-Isle Libraries’ newest Executive Director, Eric Howard, has big plans for the library system from implementing new programs, offering new services, to offering a third place where community members, regardless of background, can unite. Before he does, however, he is getting to know the community he serves and loves to better suit its needs. Howard […]
Automated Traffic Camera program now live in Mukilteo, 30-day warning
MUKILTEO—The City of Mukilteo begins its Automated Traffic Camera program to encourage safe driving on roads throughout the City. Officials worked with NovoaGlobal to install cameras where the most dangerous speeding occurs. “Speeding is a preventable cause of deadly collisions and life-altering injuries,” said Mukilteo Police Chief Illyn. “We look forward to bringing the latest […]
FAA proposes multi-billion-dollar plan to overhaul air traffic infrastructure
On Thursday, May 8, Democratic Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) spoke at a press conference with U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy in Washington D.C, who announced plans by the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) to revamp and replace air traffic infrastructure nationwide. As the ranking member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Larsen (WA-02) helped […]
Former Snohomish County Senator appointed to Trump administration
OLYMPIA—United States Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins on May 2, announced the appointment of former 39th Legislative District Senator Kirk Pearson, by President Donald J Trump, to serve as the USDA Rural Development State Director for the state of Washington. Director Pearson will implement President Trump’s America First agenda at USDA Rural Development, ensuring the […]
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost elected as new Pope of the Holy Roman Catholic Church
VATICAN—Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected by the 133-member Conclave as the 267th Bishop of Rome — new Pope of the Holy Roman Catholic Church. He will assume the name, Pope Leo XIV. From the central loggia of Saint Peter’s Basilica, his first words to the thousands of faithful people who gathered awaiting the announcement […]
AI Is Coming to a Goodwill near you thanks to Microsoft
SEATTLE—Last week Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab announced that Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington was selected as a recipient for a grant that will revolutionize Goodwill’s operations and unlock new possibilities for sustainability and community impact. For more than a century, Evergreen Goodwill has provided free job training and education programs for people across northwest […]
