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Mukilteo expands its boundaries by approving Phase I of a 15-year annexation plan

ANNEXATION

MUKILTEO—The City of Mukilteo’s, 15-years in-the-making, plan to annex a portion of unincorporated Snohomish County finally went into effect on Saturday, July 12, after the council approved an ordinance last Monday. The land, which is now officially within Mukilteo city limits, includes the east side of the Mukilteo Speedway—from the Mukilteo Speedway Café to Beverly […]

Binda and Escamilla clashed with council on proposed Youth Council ordinance

LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council unanimously approved city staff to draft an ordinance which, if approved, would establish a Youth Commission with the purpose of giving youth a voice in government, decision-making, developing skills through mentorship and service, building connections, and making an impact on their own future. The motion to approve the ordinance was originally […]

Lynnwood calls on businesses to participate in 2026 FIFA World Cup survey

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LYNNWOOD—The city of Lynnwood is conducting a survey to understand how businesses in Lynnwood are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and to gather feedback on potential opportunities related to this global event. “We see this as a big opportunity for our city and local businesses to be prepared and make the most of […]

Lynnwood council recommends cannabis stores no less than 100 feet from parks, public transit centers, recreation centers

The five Lynnwood City Council members acknowledging with a "thumbs up" their approval of the 100-foot buffer zone for retail cannabis stores within various zones within the city limits of Lynnwood during Monday's business meeting. Mayor Christine Frizzell did not participate in the exercise. Lynnwood Times | Mario Lotmore.

LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council continued the conversation of allowing retail cannabis stores to operate within city limits at its Business Meeting Monday, July 14, discussing allowable zones and distance buffers from restricted entities with city staff. David Kleitsch, DBS Director, Rebecca Samy, Principal Planner, and Zack Spencer, Planner, asked council – by way of ‘thumbs […]

4-Year-Old Lynnwood boy accidentally shoots mother

LYNNWOOD—In a reminder of the critical importance of secure firearm storage in households with children, a 4-year-old boy in unincorporated Lynnwood accidentally shot his mother after accessing a loaded gun left unsecured by his sleeping father. The incident, which resulted in non-life-threatening injuries to the mother and minor injuries to the child. South County Deputies […]

Ballots for August 5 Primary to Be Mailed Later This Week

August 5 Primary

EVERETT—On Thursday, July 17, Snohomish County Elections will begin sending out ballots for the August 5 Primary Election to around 470,000 registered voters. Ballots should start arriving in mailboxes by the end of the week, with deliveries extending through the weekend and into early next week. The Primary includes key local contests for county, city, […]

Ben Wolters confirmed as next Director of Development and Business Services

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LYNNWOOD—Ben Wolters was confirmed by the Lynnwood City Council on Monday, July 14, to lead the Development and Business Services (DBS) Department as its next Director. Wolters is to assume the role of Director. and is taking over this role from David Kleitsch who will retired after nearly 25 years of service to the City of […]

Snohomish County invites the public to Climate Resilience Open House on July 30

Climate Resilience

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County Department of Conservation & Natural Resources’ (DCNR) Office of Energy & Sustainability is hosting a Climate Resilience Open House for residents and community partners on Wednesday, July 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Student Center of Mariner High School (200 120th St SW, Everett, WA 98204). This event provides an opportunity to learn about climate impacts […]

Woodland Park Zoo raises $2.36 million at its 49th annual Jungle Party to support its new Forest Trailhead exhibit and conservation efforts

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SEATTLE—Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo raised approximately $2.36 million at its 49th annual Jungle Party held Friday, July 11 – the Zoo’s signature annual fundraising gala. The funds will help enable the zoo to update animal habitats, support its Fund Our Futures campaign, and fund one of the zoo’s most ambitious and sustainable projects to date: […]

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