DOH and Acadia respond to proposed Lynnwood Methadone Clinic concerns
OLYMPIA, Wash., January 12, 2023— The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) stated in its official response addressing community concerns that there is no “administrative process” for residents to appeal its approval of a proposed Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in Lynnwood. Also, Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell will not consider disciplinary action against Development & Business Services […]
A Kamiak Knight’s Tale: 2022 Year in Review — Policy Changes
MUKILTEO, Wash., January 12, 2023—In many ways, 2022 has been a big year for Kamiak High School. In our third of a four-part mini-series highlighting the biggest milestone moments of Kamiak over the past twelve months, enjoy a trip down memory lane with highlighting Policy Changes. Throughout this calendar year, the Mukilteo School Board approved budgets, fundraisers, and […]
Mark Meline sets out to invest in his community, one patty at a time
MUKILTEO—Blu Burgers & Brew is a place where people can come, hangout and feel like they are a part of their neighborhood here in Mukilteo. “That’s one thing about mom and pop restaurants, you gotta be part of the community,” said Mark Meline, owner of Blu Burgers & Brew. Meline often uses his business to […]
Snohomish County seeks proposals for Youth and Family Resource Centers
Snohomish County, Wash., January 12, 2023 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced last week that the County is seeking proposals to increase Youth and Family Resource Centers. The Request for Proposals (RFP) solicits projects from organizations to operate one or more centers in South Snohomish County, which currently does not have any certified Resource […]
MLK community celebrations kicks off this weekend in Everett
EVERETT, Wash., January 12, 2023—Snohomish County will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with and celebrations hosted by various organizations. Below is a compilation of those events. MLK Event on Friday, January 13 The Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee’s annual Greater Everett Area Community Celebration march commemorating Dr. Martin Luther […]
Annual Point-in-Time homeless count to take place on January 24
EVERETT, Wash., January 11, 2023—In collaboration with community and human service providers, the Snohomish County Department of Human Services is conducting the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Homeless Count on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. The annual count is an important tool in the community’s efforts to assess the number of homeless individuals and families in Snohomish County, […]
Mill Creek is seeking volunteers for Art & Beautification Board Vacancies
MILL CREEK, Wash., January 11, 2023—The City of Mill Creek is seeking volunteers to fill three vacancies on the Art & Beautification Board. One position was vacated, and two terms expired on Oct. 31, 2022. Board members serve for three years, and new terms will expire (1) on Oct. 31, 2023, and (2) on Oct. […]
Irmina Lumbad announced as Finance Director for Mill Creek
MILL CREEK, Wash., January 11, 2023 – City Manager Martin Yamamoto announces hiring Irmina Lumbad as the City’s new Finance Director. Director Lumbad will replace Laurel Brock, who was promoted to Deputy City Manager in August 2022. Director Lumbad was born and raised in the Philippines, then emigrated to the United States in 1999. She holds […]
Armed naked man holds up hostage in Gold Bar grocer
GOLD BAR, Wash., January 11, 2023—An armed naked man took a hostage and held up a Gold Bar supermarket last night, Tuesday, January 11. After three hours of negotiations with SWAT present the suspect surrendered and is currently in custody at Snohomish County Jail. No harm was done to his hostage. Police responded to an […]
BOMBSHELL: Lynnwood issues Certificate of Occupancy for opioid treatment center
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 11, 2022—Councilman George Hurst has confirmed that on December 19, 2022, Acadia Healthcare was issued a Certificate of Occupancy by the Lynnwood Development and Business Services Department, and now has a license to operate an opioid treatment center within city limits. Despite a Public Hearing on December 29, 2022, a “Transparency” work […]
