Inslee signs bill to put statue of Billy Frank Jr. in U.S. Capitol
Gov. Jay Inslee signed HB 1372 today, which will place a statue of tribal leader Billy Frank Jr. in the National Statuary Hall. Inslee was joined by members of Frank’s family, tribal and community members, Lt. Gov. Denny Heck and Rep. Debra Lekanoff when he signed the bill in a ceremony at Wa He Lut Indian School […]
Administrative Professionals Week: April 18-24
Administrative professionals are the glue to keeping companies and government offices functioning properly. To show gratitude this Administrative Professionals Week, companies usually treat their administrative workers for lunch, present gifts, or throw an office party. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2019, about 3.6 million are employed in this profession with a […]
Biden proclaims National Volunteer Week: April 18-24
On April 16, President Joe Biden Jr. proclaims April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Volunteer Week. According to a 2018 Volunteering in America report 77 million adults volunteered through an organization last year. Americans volunteered nearly 6.9 billion hours, worth an estimated $167 billion in economic value. “I call upon all Americans to […]
$186 million in major transportation capital projects to absorb Lynnwood’s growth
Lynnwood, Wash. – A briefing concerning major transportation capital construction projects was held at the Lynnwood City Council Work Session meeting, Monday, April 5. A total of $186 million over the next 15 years aim to provide vehicular capacity, bike lanes and much needed sidewalks. Public Works Director William “Bill” Franz began the presentation on […]
Working families tax credit heads to Governor’s desk
Idea wins broad bi-partisan support Qualified families would qualify for rebate A tax credit for working families in Washington passed the Senate in a bipartisan vote April 11, with lawmakers on both sides saying the exemption for low-income earners was a long time coming. HB 1297 passed the Democratic-led Senate chamber on a bipartisan 47-2 […]
Two injured in Meadowdale fire
Lynnwood, Wash., April 17, 2021 – Two people were seriously injured in an early morning house fire in the Meadowdale area north of Edmonds. It took firefighters about an hour to get the fire under control. The Red Cross is assisting the residents displaced by the fire as the house is a total loss. Neighbors […]
Many in Snohomish County lack adequate internet access
Whether for work, school, or play, the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns have undoubtedly illustrated the growing necessity of the internet. However, many came to the realization after life was forcibly switched to ‘online-only mode’ that not everyone has reliable access to the internet. As previously reported, this is largely what motivated the Snohomish County Executive and […]
Lynnwood employment opportunities
Below are current city of Lynnwood employment opportunities. To apply online click on the job title that interests you then click on the “Apply” button located in the top right of the window. If this is the first time applying using the online job application, you will need to create an account and select a […]
Arts Commission seeking original art for Memorial Bridge
Snohomish County Arts Commission Seeks Inspiring Art for Veteran’s Memorial Bridge, Haller Park/Centennial Trail in Arlington WA SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 15, 2021 – The Snohomish County Arts Commission is seeking proposals for art to establish the Haller/Centennial Trail Bridge as a Memorial Bridge for veterans of the post-Cold War era which is collaboratively supported […]
Silver Lake Trail Project: Improving recreational opportunities in Everett
Everett, Wash.– A long-standing plan for a pedestrian path surrounding Silver Lake is making headway amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Although a long-term goal of the city, the anticipated high expense to achieve the Silver Lake Trail Project kept the plan dormant. In 2019, Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin discovered ways to cut costs without compromising the […]
