Annual Homeless Point-in-Time count highest in over 10 years
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 4, 2023—The Annual Homeless Point-in-Time (PIT) count, designed to provide a snapshot of households experiencing homelessness on a single night, was conducted on January 24, 2023. This survey was supported by the efforts of 247 volunteers, County personnel, and partnering agency staff. The 2023 count identified 1,285 people in 1,028 households […]
Snohomish County Council recognizes Cinco de Mayo as a day of celebration over oppression
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EVERETT, Wash., May 3, 2023— The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved Resolution 23-020, recognizing May 5 in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, at its General Legislative Session, Wednesday, May 3. Speaking, on behalf of the resolution, were Lynnwood Vice President Dr. Councilwoman Julieta Altamirano-Crosby who introduced a similar proclamation to the Lynnwood City Council Monday, April 24, and Maria […]
Inslee announces Special Session, County leadership split on illegal drug policy
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 3, 2023—Hours after Snohomish County led the state in proposing an ordinance to recriminalize illegal drugs after the failure of legislature’s passage of the “Blake fix,” Governor Jay Inslee announced that he will call a special session to begin on May 16 that will focus on passing a new drug possession […]
Monroe got bizarre at Oddmall: Emporium of the Weird
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MONROE, Wash., May 2, 2023—Ghosthunters, taxidermists, eclectic artists, and gamers alike congregated at the Evergreen Fairgrounds on April 29 to April 30, for Oddmall: Emporium of the Weird in what may be Snohomish County’s “bizarrest” bazaar. A woman dressed like an M&M candy juggling toilet plungers ushered attendees into the show floor, lined with over […]
Attorney General Bob Ferguson forms exploratory committee for Governor
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SEATTLE, Wash., May 2, 2023—Democrat Bob Ferguson today announced that he is exploring a run for Washington Governor in 2024. He formally launched an exploratory committee as the first step towards a possible run. He plans to travel to every corner of the state in the coming weeks to listen to Washingtonians. Ferguson launched his […]
Fentanyl awareness event on May 23 at Mukilteo City Hall
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Mukilteo, Wash., May 2, 2023 — Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine is pleased to announce that the City of Mukilteo will be hosting a Fentanyl Awareness Event on Tuesday, May 23rd, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Mukilteo City Hall. In Snohomish County and across the United States, opioid overdose deaths are rising year over year. In 2022, […]
South County Fire accepting applications for Volunteer Firefighter Support team
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Volunteer Firefighter Support team members drive and operate AIR15, a highly specialized emergency apparatus capable of refilling air bottles needed at fires. Members also assist with community outreach, prevention education and community events. Volunteer Firefighter Support personnel receive a quarterly stipend of $1,800 and earn preference points that will be applied if they enter a […]
Pacific Crest Savings Bank welcomes Angela Monsef
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Lynnwood, Wash., May 2, 2023—Pacific Crest Savings Bank is pleased to announce that Angela Monsef has joined the Lynnwood community bank as senior loan processor. Monsef brings more than 15 years of consumer and residential lending and mortgage experience to the role, previously serving in various lending positions around the greater Puget Sound region. “Angela’s […]
County to consider scheduling a Public Hearing on ordinance to re-criminalize illegal drugs
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 1, 2023—At its upcoming Administrative Meeting on Tuesday, May 2, the Snohomish County Council is expected to vote on scheduling a Public Hearing for May 17 to propose an ordinance re-criminalizing controlled and counterfeit substances. To view the meeting’s agenda, click here. The ordinance, sponsored by Council President Jared Mead and […]
Treasury urges increase or suspension of debt ceiling to avoid default
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WASHINGTON, D.C., May 1, 2023 — In a letter to Congressional leadership, Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen urges an increase or suspension of the debt limit no later than June 1 or the US Government will default on its obligations. “After reviewing recent federal tax receipts, our best estimate is that we will be […]