South County Fire Captain retires after 36 years of service
by Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff South County Fire Captain Tom Campbell wrapped up a 36-year career as a firefighter in Snohomish County on April 20. “I didn’t really see myself becoming a fulltime fireman, but I’m blessed to have been able to accomplish that and have it as my career,” said Campbell. “It provided […]
Republicans host re-open Washington rally in Everett
On Friday, May 15, hundreds converged at the Snohomish County Administrative Campus for the “Re-open Washington” rally hosted by the Snohomish County Republican Party. Event organizer Anita Azariah told us the rally is a show of support for small business owners and getting residents back to work. “Look at this turnout… people want to go […]
Candidates file for 2020 election
by Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff Filing for the 2020 Primary Election closed today, May 15, at 4:00 P.M. All current elected officials representing Lynnwood in Legislative District 21, Legislative District 32, Legislative District 44, County Council Pos. 4 and Congressional District 2 will be facing opposition. LD21 State Representative Position 1 is currently […]
PUD expands utility bill relief for customers
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Snohomish County’s Public Utilities District No.1 (PUD) is offering customers relief during the unprecedented economic circumstances posed by the coronavirus pandemic. In response to Gov. Inslee’s March “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order, the PUD has suspended utility disconnections and late fees during the COVID-19 pandemic, to reduce the sequential […]
Snohomish County officials bewildered by unaccounted for homeless amidst COVID-19
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the city of Lynnwood is mystified by the whereabouts of unsheltered people experiencing homelessness throughout Snohomish County. “There’s been a precipitous decrease across the county in the count of homeless people we’re seeing at the encampment sites- a drastic decrease, and frankly we’re a little […]
Anna’s Home Furnishings battles to be deemed essential
by Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff As the state of Washington has ordered the closure of all they consider nonessential to slow the spread of coronavirus, many independent businesses are struggling to gain recognition as essential service providers in their communities. Anne’s Home Furnishings in Lynnwood is just one among many local businesses experiencing the […]
Governor Inslee issues directive to freeze hiring, personal services contracts and equipment purchases for state agencies
by Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff Governor Inslee released Director 20-05 on today, May 13. Going into place on May 18, it will freeze hiring, personal services contracts and equipment purchases for state agencies. As stated directly in the directive: “The hiring freeze does not apply to positions that: Directly impact public safety, Are […]
May’s Art Walk Edmonds and June’s Summer Wine Walk cancelled
By Art Walk Edmonds | Press Release Who would have thought we’d have a Spring without any Art Walks? While we are saddened that we are once again cancelling our beloved community event, we are hopeful now that we are moving into phased reopenings that we may be able to come back in some capacity […]
Pet Safety: COVID-19 advice from Dr. Timothy Cavanagh
By Dave Somers, County Executive | Snohomish County Government Snohomish County — On Friday, May 8, Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers was joined by Dr. Chris Spitters, Health Officer for the Snohomish Health District, and Dr. Timothy Cavanagh a Veterinarian with All Creatures Veterinary Services. Topics of discussion Update on the County’s response to COVID-19 […]
Mother’s Day drive-thru flower event
by Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Mother’s Day celebrations looked different this year due to social distancing requirements posed by the coronavirus, but the pandemic didn’t stop Silver Creek Family Church from honoring the women of Lynnwood. Cars lined up outside of the church the evening before Mother’s Day to receive flowers in a […]
