First flu death of the season reported in Snohomish County
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., November 22, 2023—The county’s first flu-related death of the 2023-24 flu season was reported last week. An Everett woman in her 60s with underlying medical conditions died November 13. While most people recover from flu with care and rest, flu can be a serious illness and cause deadly complications. Last flu season, 12 […]
South County Board of Fire Commissioners adopts $110 million budget
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EVERETT, Wash., November 22, 2023—The South County Fire Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, to adopt a balanced budget that funds emergency services operations for 2024. The nearly $110 million operating budget funds current levels of emergency services and includes a 1% increase in both the fire and EMS property tax […]
Over 400,000 signatures submitted for initiative to repeal cap-and-invest scheme
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KENT, Wash., November 21, 2023—Citizens action group, Let’s Go Washington, announced on November 21, that it has surpassed the signature threshold to submit Initiative 2117, that if enacted into law, will prohibit carbon tax credit trading, also known as “cap-and-invest,” and repeal provisions of the Washington Climate Commitment Act passed by the legislature on April […]
Son of Hamas founder stands with Israel at Snohomish event amidst statewide protests
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SNOHOMISH, Wash., November 20, 2023—Son of Hamas author and former member of the controversial Palestinian group Hamas, Masab Hassan Yousef, spoke at Pursuit NW Church in Snohomish Monday, November 5, condemning the attacks of his former resistance movement and showing his support for Israel. “I’m not an advocate for the Jewish people or anyone – […]
Motorsports to continue in the Evergreen State Fair Park Indoor Arena
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MONROE, Wash., November 20, 2023—Because of health concerns related to indoor air quality, motorsports were scheduled to end at the Evergreen State Fair Park Indoor Arena, but Councilmembers and the Executive Office worked together and with passage of the 2024 Snohomish County Budget on November 8, motorsports and the much-anticipated Arenacross will now go on! […]
Hundreds attend Sno-Isle Tech Skills Center Apprenticeship Career Fair
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EVERETT, Wash., November 20, 2023—Sno-Isle Tech Skills Center hosted its 7th annual Apprenticeship Career and Job Fair on November 16, attracting hundreds of young adults eager to start careers in construction and advanced manufacturing, aerospace, transportation, healthcare, culinary, carpentry, IT, and even maritime. “Earn while you learn,” said Trudy Swain, Partnership Coordinator, Sno-Isle Tech Skills […]
Marysville seeks performers for new city talent show
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Do you have a hidden talent that you want to showcase? Are you ready to take the stage and entertain the audience and perhaps even win as the top performer? If yes, then we have the perfect opportunity for you! The City of Marysville is organizing a talent show for Friday, March 8, 2024, at […]
Public invited to Menorah Lighting Ceremony for December 10
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LYNNWOOD, Wash., November 20, 2023—It is important to highlight and celebrate light and freedom in a world so often plagued with tragedy and hate. Chabad Jewish Center of Snohomish County therefore invites you to celebrate the Festival of Lights with the 12th annual Menorah Lighting and Celebration, celebrating the light and joy of our shared freedoms and […]
Macy’s workers to strike on Black Friday throughout Washington
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SEATTLE, Wash., November 19, 2023—Over 400 of Macy’s workers will strike starting on Black Friday, November 24, to an Unfair Labor Practices (“ULP”) at the busiest stores within Washington state, including Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood. Other stores include Bellis Fair Mall in Bellingham and Southcenter Mall in Tukwila. “Macy’s is not the first or last […]
Lynnwood philanthropist seeks individuals who lost loved ones to addiction for Christmas Tree memorial
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LYNNWOOD, Wash., November 19, 2023—Each year Patrick Crosby, who is Chairman of the Northwest Chapter of six-time UFC Champion Randy Couture’s Xtreme Couture G.I. Foundation, displays a Christmas Tree memorial on his front lawn adorned with photos of veterans who have given their lives to serve their country. This year, for the first time ever, […]