Lynnwood’s new CJC has a successful first year with more planned on the horizon
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon and staff, gave an update on the city’s new Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program at the Community Justice Center (CJC) during a Council Work Session on Wednesday, July 16. “It’s been really incredible seeing this project move along,” said Lynnwood City Council President Nick Coelho. “I’ve spoke to multiple Police […]
US Senate cancels $9 billion in previously approved funding from NPR, PBS, foreign aid programs
WASHINGTON — The United States Senate agreed to legislation early Thursday, July 17, that will cancel $9 billion in previously approved funding for public broadcasting and various foreign aid accounts in another victory for the Trump administration. “Tonight, Senate Republicans pulled the plug on more than 1,500 public radio and TV stations across America – silencing […]
SPD arrest suspect connected to attack on journalist during anti-ICE protests
[The Center Square]—The man accused of attacking an independent journalist during protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Seattle last month was arrested Wednesday, July 16. The victim, Cam Higby, told The Center Square he got a text from a detective with the Seattle Police Department confirming 33-year-old Jeremy Lawson, of Monroe, was in […]
Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring elected as new vice president of the Association of Washington Cities
OLYMPIA—Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring has been elected vice president of the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). The election was conducted by city leaders from across Washington state during AWC’s annual conference in Kennewick, Washington, held from June 24-27, 2025. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to take on this new leadership role,” said Mayor Nehring. “We […]
Cascade Symphony Orchestra awarded grants by the Hazel Miller Foundation and Paul G. Allen Family Foundation
EDMONDS—The Cascade Symphony Orchestra (CSO) has received grants from both the Hazel Miller Foundation and the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation to support the orchestra’s efforts to bolster music education in the local schools and to reinforce the orchestra’s other community outreach efforts in 2025. The Hazel Miller Foundation, founded in 2009 to support the […]
Foundation for Edmonds School District awards $250,000 in Post-Secondary Scholarships
LYNNWOOD—The Foundation for Edmonds School District has awarded $250,000 in post-secondary scholarships to 84 graduating seniors from Edmonds Heights K-12, Edmonds Woodway High School, Lynnwood High School, Meadowdale High School, Mountlake Terrace High School, and Scriber Lake High School. In all, 103 donor-funded scholarships were awarded to students pursuing vocational, 2- and 4-year certificates or […]
Mukilteo expands its boundaries by approving Phase I of a 15-year annexation plan
MUKILTEO—The City of Mukilteo’s, 15-years in-the-making, plan to annex a portion of unincorporated Snohomish County finally went into effect on Saturday, July 12, after the council approved an ordinance last Monday. The land, which is now officially within Mukilteo city limits, includes the east side of the Mukilteo Speedway—from the Mukilteo Speedway Café to Beverly […]
Don’t miss these exciting summer activities in Snohomish County this year; a comprehensive guide
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—With hot days ahead there’s no shortage of summer activities throughout Snohomish County this year to get you outside and entertained. The Lynnwood Times has compiled the following list of things to do this summer. Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire Equip your best medieval garb, gather the guild, and head to Sky Meadows in Snohomish […]
Binda and Escamilla clashed with council on proposed Youth Council ordinance
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council unanimously approved city staff to draft an ordinance which, if approved, would establish a Youth Commission with the purpose of giving youth a voice in government, decision-making, developing skills through mentorship and service, building connections, and making an impact on their own future. The motion to approve the ordinance was originally […]
Lynnwood calls on businesses to participate in 2026 FIFA World Cup survey
LYNNWOOD—The city of Lynnwood is conducting a survey to understand how businesses in Lynnwood are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and to gather feedback on potential opportunities related to this global event. “We see this as a big opportunity for our city and local businesses to be prepared and make the most of […]
