Sound Transit to run extended Link 1 and 2 Line service for July 4
People celebrating Independence Day this year will be able to enjoy the convenience of extended hours of service on Link light rail. The Link 1 Line will run on a Sunday schedule, with service extended until 2 a.m., and the 2 Line will run until midnight. To accommodate people attending the Bellevue Family 4th at […]
Greater Seattle Korea Association holds Green Earth Cup Kickoff
TUKWILLA—The Greater Seattle Korea Association held its official Green Earth Cup Kickoff event Saturday, June 28, at its headquarters in Tukwilla – to celebrate its upcoming Green Earth Cup League and Tournament this August. Soccer fans eagerly awaiting the 2026 FIFA World Cup will have a chance to satiate their appetite on August 2 with […]
These Washington State laws take effect July 1
Fee hikes for hunting and fishing licenses, workplace protections for immigrants and increased requirements for gun dealers are among the Washington state laws going into effect July 1. Drivers can also expect increased prices at the pump as a 6-cent hike in Washington’s gas tax goes into effect Tuesday, the start of the state’s 2026 fiscal year. […]
Mead and Nehring host Building Bridges Summit at WSU Everett to foster collaboration
EVERETT—Snohomish County Council members Jared Mead and Nate Nehring teamed up with former investigative journalist, now Results Washington Director, Jesse Jones, for their second annual Building Bridges Summit at Washington State University’s Everett campus Thursday, June 26. This year’s theme, “Conversations That Connect Us,” highlighted the impact of civil discourse when grounded in empathy, curiosity, […]
County receives $10 Million grant for Floodplain Solutions Program
SNOHOMISH COUNTY – Snohomish County’s Department of Conservation & Natural Resources’ Community Floodplain Solutions (CFS) program has received $10 million from the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Floodplains by Design (FbD) program. This grant will fund the continuation of integrated floodplain management work that was funded by three previous FbD grants, particularly along the Snohomish […]
County seeks public input on Draft Community Wildfire Protection Plan
EVERETT– The Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management is now seeking public comment on a draft plan to help people and businesses better adapt to wildfire risks. The first-ever Snohomish County Community Wildfire Protection Plan contains dozens of recommended strategies for improving forest health and enhancing wildfire preparedness. It represents nearly two years’ work by […]
Sounds of Summer concerts series returns to Marysville at Comeford Park
MARYSVILLE—Get ready for a summer of music, family fun, and community spirit! The beloved Sounds of Summer Concerts Series is back – and this year, it’s better than ever at a brand-new location that brings all yourfavorite summer activities together in one vibrant space. Join the excitement on Wednesdays this July and August for an […]
Edmonds College designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense through 2030
LYNNWOOD – Edmonds College has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through the 2030 academic year. Institutions that receive a CAE-CD designation have met the rigorous requirements set forth by the program’s sponsor, the National Security Agency (NSA). The NSA awards CAE-CD designations to institutions that commit to […]
Sno-Isle Libraries seeks new members for the Board of Trustees
SNOHOMISH AND ISLAND COUNTIES – Sno-Isle Libraries seeks to fill two upcoming vacancies on the seven-member Board of Trustees, which governs the Library District for Snohomish and Island counties. Snohomish County residents interested in making an impact in community libraries are encouraged to apply by July 13. With five trustees appointed by the Snohomish County […]
Snohomish County Mourns and Celebrates a Community Trailblazer
EVERETT—Marilyn Jean Quincy, a revered figure in Snohomish County known for her tireless advocacy for Black American heritage and community equality, passed away on June 4, 2025, at the age of 81. Her funeral, held on June 26, 2025, at New Life Everett Church, drew a diverse crowd of mourners, including community leaders, activists, and […]
