The 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence Celebration in Snohomish County

UPDATE [1:20 PM AUG 18, 2021]: Added a statement from Snohomish County Councilman Jared Mead. Last Sunday marked the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence from British rule. Celebrations took place all around the world, and President Biden made an official celebratory statement about the holiday. This year’s celebration was held virtually, a decision made in […]
Douglas Raiford hired as Lynnwood RSJ Coordinator

LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 17, 2021 – Mayor Nicola Smith hired Douglas Raiford to serve as the City’s first Race and Social Justice Coordinator. According to the press release, Mayor Smith advocated the need for a dedicated staff member to further Lynnwood’s commitment to being a safe, welcoming, and equitable community for all. “For many years […]
Traditional Mexican folk dance performance a win for Sister City program

LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 17, 2021 – Following a week of hard work and rehearsal, dance troupes Bailadores de Bronce and Herencias Mexicanas stunned audience members at Cedar Valley Gym on Sunday with traditional Mexican folk dances from Guerrero and Oaxaca. Mexican dance legend Concepción Bello Nava (Conchita), the artistic director for the renowned Chilpancingo dance […]
Compass Health and Lynnwood PD partner to address mental health

LYNNWOOD, Wash. – Compass Health and the Lynnwood Police Department announced a partnership, August 5, to embed a mental health professional with the Lynnwood Police Department Community Health and Safety Section to better manage the health and safety needs of individuals and the community. “This is a great opportunity to engage in folks better than […]
Multiple gunshots fired at James Village Shopping Center

LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 14, 2021 – At 5:27 p.m. August 14, Lynnwood Police responded to multiple reports of gun shots fired near the Safeway located in the James Village shopping center located at 19500 Hwy 99. Police arrived to find multiple spent bullet casings in the alleyway between Hopskotch Kids and Sally Beauty just north of […]
Mill Creek Festival August 14 & 15

Mill Creek Festival weekend August 14th and 15th! To find out more details about our Festival visit www.MillCreekFestival.com!
Second public meeting for Snohomish County council redistricting set for August 18

EVERETT, Wash., August 12, 2021 – The Snohomish County Districting Committee is hosting its second public meeting to provide in-person or live public comment on the process of redrawing council districts on Wednesday, August 18. Every ten years boundaries for county council districts are updated to reflect how populations have changed based on the most recent […]
The spirit of Guerrero dances its way into Lynnwood

LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 11, 2021 – Concepción Bello Nava (Conchita), the artistic director for the renowned Chilpancingo dance troupe Campañiade Danza Folklórica Xochicalli, is in Lynnwood teaching local dance groups Bailadores de Bronce and Herencias Mexicanas traditional Mexican folk dances. Silver Creek Family Church is offering its gymnasium to to the dance troupes for rehearsals. […]
Water safety tips

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 11, 2021 — We urge you to be safe and help keep others safe in or around water. Whether you are at a swimming pool or the beach, water safety is essential. A few key reminders: Keep a close eye on children and make sure they are wearing life jackets if […]
Masks now required indoors regardless of vaccination status

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 10, 2021 – Dr. Chris Spitters, health officer for the Snohomish Health District, issued a new masking directive today. Effective August 12, everyone 5 years of age and up in Snohomish County must wear a face covering within indoor public spaces. This directive for masks indoors applies to spaces that are open to […]