For Community Transit drivers, employee benefits are the secret sauce for a great career
We’ve all felt the effects of the current labor shortage. But every cloud has a silver lining. There’s never been an easier time to find a job! But in a sea of opportunities, how can jobseekers find the best opportunity? “It’s important to look at the full package when comparing options.” says Melissa Anderson, who […]
Ortiz-Self praises court’s dismissal in Sutherland vax lawsuit against House
OLYMPIA, Wash., July 8, 2022 – According to court documents obtained by the Lynnwood Times, Thurston County Superior Court Judge Mary Sue Wilson dismissed a Republican lawsuit lead by Rep. Robert Sutherland and five colleagues, July 1, that claimed vaccination requirements for lawmakers conducting business in the House of Representatives were discriminatory and a violation […]
Community Transit six-year Transit Development Plan is underway
Snohomish County, Wash. – Over the next six years, Community Transit is poised to deliver expanded and new transit services to better serve communities, while also planning for a longer-term transition to zero emission vehicles and infrastructure as part of its commitment to environmental sustainability. The agency’s draft 2022-2027 Transit Development Plan (TDP) outlines the […]
Final Lord Hill Regional Park Preferred Plan released
SNOHOMISH, Wash., July 8, 2022 – The Snohomish County Division of Parks and Recreation released the final Lord Hill Regional Park Preferred Plan yesterday. The 114-page report outlines the history of the intensive planning process and the plan for the future, which includes a comprehensive trail system and signage plan. This updated cohesive system will […]
Community Transit seeks public feedback on free youth fare proposal
Snohomish County, Wash. – Community Transit is inviting people to give feedback on a proposed policy change that would allow youth 18 years and younger to ride public transit free of charge. If adopted by the Community Transit board, all youth will be eligible for free rides on all Community Transit services including buses and […]
Tigran Arakelyan appointed Executive Director of Music Works Northwest
Lynnwood resident Tigran Arakelyan appointed Executive Director of Music Works Northwest, one of the largest non-profit music education organizations in the Pacific Northwest. Music Works Northwest is a nonprofit community music school, dedicated to changing lives through accessible music education and experiences. Founded in 1966 in Seattle’s Central District, Music Works relocated to Bellevue in […]
Archbishop Murphy High School film picked up by national distributor
EVERETT – During the pandemic many high school drama departments were forced to put their productions on hold, but Archbishop Murphy High School turned to feature films as a way to reach audiences remotely. One of those films, Bridgehurst Asylum for the Sane, was picked up by New Jersey-based BayView Entertainment. Typically, the Everett-based private […]
Manhunt underway for Lynnwood shooting suspect Lane Scott Phipps
LYNNWOOD — Lynnwood Police Department has probable cause for the arrest of Lane Scott Phipps DOB/02-22-1996. He is described as 5’11”, 185lbs, with blue eyes. He is wanted for Assault 1st Degree, Felony Harassment, and additional crimes committed on July 5, 2022, at the Lynnwood Pick-N-Pull. He also has active warrants for his arrest including […]
United Way of Snohomish County announces Craig Chambers as new CEO
EVERETT, Wash., July 6, 2022 — Today, United Way of Snohomish County (UWSC) announces Craig Chambers as its President and Chief Executive Officer. Chambers joins UWSC after acting as CEO and Executive Director of United Way Skagit Valley for two years. He replaces Dr. Terry Cox, who has been acting as interim and President and […]
Heather Hirotaka named Washington State Archivist
OLYMPIA — Secretary of State Steve Hobbs has appointed Heather Hirotaka, a longtime public servant, as the next Washington State Archivist, effective July 5, 2022. Hirotaka will oversee Washington State Archives, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State (OSOS) that collects and preserves the state’s historical records and makes them available to […]
