SnoCo Executive Dave Somers: Bolt Creek Fire update
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., September 13, 2022—The Bolt Creek Fire started on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 5:15 am near Beckler Road. The cause of the fire is undetermined. Northwest Incident Management Team 8, Incident Commander Kevin Stock, assumed management of the fire from Western Washington Incident Management Team 3 this morning. FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION […]
BREAKING: Solid Waste Facility closures in the works as railway face “Total Shutdown”
EVERETT, Wash., September 13, 2022 – The Snohomish County Solid Waste Division is preparing for possible temporary facility closures due to ongoing regional railway transportation issues. Excess garbage is piling up and prompting health, safety and environmental concerns for customers and staff, similar to the challenges during May 2022. Today, the White House is discussing […]
Lynnwood’s Fair on 44th returns after two-year hiatus
LYNNWOOD, Wash. September 13, 2022—Six blocks of 44th Avenue on Saturday, September 10, were closed off for the return of Fair on 44th – the City’s Health and Safety Community Block Party, returning after a two-year hiatus. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. attendees could participate in free tours, demonstrations, and activities from the event’s, […]
Marysville remembers September 11 at new downtown Civic Center
MARYSVILLE, Wash/. September 13, 2022—Marysville residents, city staff, and first responders gathered Sunday to remember the September 11 terrorist attacks and the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives that tragic day. Among those perished were 343 firefighters, 72 law enforcement officers, and Marysville Fire’s own Lieutenant Jeff Thornton, who died after a valiantly fought […]
FREE Fraud, identity theft and cyberextortion webinar Sept 17
Those of us that have not experienced identity theft are quickly becoming a minority. If you are one of the lucky few that hasn’t had your world turned upside down seemingly overnight, ask around. There is a good chance you know several people that are now or have been identity theft victims. With the way […]
Public invited to Comprehensive Surface Water Plan Open House
MUKILTEO, Wash., September 12, 2022—The public is invited to attend an Open House to discuss the Comprehensive Surface Water Plan on September 13th, 2022, 6:30-8PM at Rosehill Community Center. The City of Mukilteo Stormwater Utility is a division of the City of Mukilteo’s Public Works Department. As a utility, its services are funded by a […]
Former Lynnwood Citizen of the Year endorses Altamirano-Crosby for District 3 vacancy
It is with honor that I send to you my endorsement of Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, Lynnwood City Councilwoman, for appointment to the vacant Snohomish County Council for District 3. Councilmember Altamirano-Crosby is in her first term on the Council. However, since her successful election in November 2019, Dr. Altamirano Crosby has served courageously and effectively and […]
Dana Miles, 2023 Washington State Teacher of the Year
OLYMPIA, Wash., September 12, 2022—Washington School for the Deaf Work Experience and English Language Arts Teacher Dana Miles has been named 2023 Washington State Teacher of the Year, and Mount Vernon High School Multilingual Student/Family Liaison Veronica Gonzalez has been named 2022 Washington State Classified School Employee of the Year. Both Miles and Gonzalez will […]
FREE Preparedness class online September 14
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time in a free online class being presented by South County Fire on Sept.14, 6-7 p.m. Topics covered in this class include: How to start a preparedness kit for your family. Basic steps to creating […]
Mindful Mondays: A clean deep breath indoors
Lately, if you’re out of fire range and fully in smoke range, taking a deep breath in the Pacific Northwest has been a risky proposition. Deep breathing outside has been discouraged for those at risk. So, it’s particularly important to have clean air indoors. In response to the ashy air, I fashioned this fancy air […]
