Open Call for Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation Board of Directors
SNOHOMISH AND ISLAND COUNTIES —The Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation Board of Directors is seeking new members from Snohomish and Island counties who are passionate about making a difference for public libraries. Interested residents should submit an online application by August 28, 2026. The Foundation secures philanthropic support for diverse programs and initiatives throughout the Library District, […]
YMCA Camp Casey hosts first-ever high school girls flag football team camp
COUPEVILLE — YMCA Camp Casey recently welcomed nearly 80 high school athletes for the state’s first overnight girls flag football team camp, creating a unique opportunity for young athletes to grow their skills, build confidence, and connect with peers from across the region. Representing Henry M. Jackson, Monroe, Everett, Cedarcrest, and Olympia high schools, athletes spent four days participating in position-specific […]
More Snohomish County bus rapid transit and microtransit service on the horizon
Snohomish County – More bus service and new Zip Shuttle zones are coming to Snohomish County in the next six years. On August 6, the Community Transit Board of Directors approved the 2026-2031 Transit Development Plan (TDP) which lays out plans for the expanded service and other initiatives. The plan also includes resuming work with […]
South County Fire Board adopts resolution in support of Bond Measure
South County Fire’s Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution Wednesday, August 5, in support of the Fire and EMS Construction Bond appearing on the November ballot. “Improving fire stations is essential to maintaining the level of emergency service our community relies on,” said Jim Kenny, chair of the South County Fire Board of Commissioners. “When […]
Mukilteo Invites Community to Upcoming Leadership Chat
Mukilteo, Wash. — Residents are invited to join Mukilteo city leaders for an evening conversation and community engagement during the next City Leadership Chat on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 6 to 7 p.m. The event will be held in the Vancouver Room at Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave., Mukilteo. The informal gathering gives community […]
COMMENTARY: Congressman Larsen Is Right to Demand Answers on Road Safety
America is in the middle of a roadway safety crisis. Every day, more than 100 people are killed on our roads, and thousands more suffer life-altering injuries. Last year alone, more than 37,000 people died in traffic crashes. Behind every statistic is a family whose life was forever changed because someone never made it home. This is not the […]
Lynnwood council receives briefing on 2026 Water System Plan, $53 million in improvements identified
LYNNWOOD— Ehsan Shirkhani, Public Works Manager, and Debra Tseng, Project Manager, briefed the Lynnwood City Council on the city’s 2026 Water System Plan, a long-range roadmap for maintaining and expanding the city’s water distribution system, at its Work Session Monday, August 3. The City of Lynnwood owns and operates a water system that provides water […]
Powerball jackpot hits $856 million, Everett and Monroe tickets among four $50K Powerball wins
OLYMPIA — The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $856 million after no top-tier winners in Wednesday’s drawing, officially ranking it as the eighth-largest prize in the game’s history, Washington’s Lottery announced. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 7:59 p.m. PT, with the estimated jackpot at $856 million. The […]
WDFW hosting virtual public meetings about potential hunting rule proposals
OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) invites the public to attend a series of informational virtual meetings about potential Washington hunting rule proposals. These rule change considerations are part of WDFW’s latest three-year season setting effort – a robust rule making process where the Department considers changes to hunting seasons or […]
South County firefighters battle fire at three-story apartment complex in Everett
EVERETT—South County firefighters battled a fire at a three-story apartment complex in Everett yesterday. No injuries were reported though at least five apartment units sustained damage. Around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening, August 7, firefighters responded to reports of a fire at Parx at Everett Apartments located at 12102 4th Avenue West. When they arrived, firefighters […]
