Guidance for curbside retail, E-Commerce, pet walking and landscaping

By Office of the Governor | Washington state Provides guidance for curbside retail, E-Commerce, pet walking and landscaping Gov. Jay Inslee released additional guidance today for businesses and services under Safe Start Phase 1, including the ability for retail outlets to provide curbside service, pet walking and landscaping. “Two weeks ago, we opened up construction. Last […]
Gubernatorial candidate Joshua Freed sees partial victory against Governor Inslee’s Stay Home order

By Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff In a May 8 press release, it was announced that gubernatorial candidate Joshua Freed achieved a victory in federal court in the afternoon. Governor Jay Inslee conceded before a federal judge that he cannot enforce his ban on in-person religious gatherings of any size, the press release stated. “We […]
Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians donates $600k to local food banks

By Shawn Yanity | Chairman of the Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians Arlington, WA, May 7, 2020 – The Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians donated $600,000 to two local food banks; $300,000 to the Arlington Food Bank and another $300,000 to the Stanwood Camano Food bank. The donation is the latest effort by the Tribe to further […]
Ziply Fiber completes $1.4 billion acquisition of Frontier’s northwest operations

Company’s first priority is growing network capacity, performance and implementing network-wide upgrades; will invest $500 million in improvements By Dan Miller, Curator PR for Ziply Fiber | Press Release Kirkland, Washington (May 1, 2020) – Ziply Fiber™ today finalized its acquisition of the northwest operations of Frontier Communications in a $1.35 billion transaction funded from […]
Inslee signs COVID-19 order for phased re-opening of Washington

Safe Start is a data-driven plan that includes regional variances based on population and low COVID-19 counts. By Governor Jay Inslee | Press Release Some businesses could re-open as early as this week under the new COVID-19 order signed by Gov. Jay Inslee today. The state’s “Safe Start” plan is a phased approach to re-opening […]
Statement on COVID-19 from Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort

By Angel of the Winds Casino Arlington, WA – These continue to be unprecedented times and we are committed to make the necessary strides to ensure the health and wellness of our guests, Team Members, the Stillaguamish Tribe, and our community. Thus, Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort has made the difficult decision to extend […]
Curbside free lunch giveaway on May 2nd

by Ben Young | Communities of Color Coalition Snohomish County, WA – Recognizing that many small restaurants are suffering during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and some in the community are experiencing food insecurity, the Snohomish Census Alliance (a collection of organizations banded together to educate and encourage participation in 2020 Census) is partnering with local […]
Money Matters: The Federal Reserve’s unprecedented moves

By Paul Ellis | Ellis Wealth Management In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, almost every state in America is under some sort of stay-at-home order. This unprecedented time has also led many businesses, large and small, to downsize or close up shop entirely. In response to the drastic impact that COVID-19 has had on global […]
Class of 2020 navigates the uncertainty of experiencing milestone moments

By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Students and facility members across the Edmonds School District are collectively navigating the uncertainty of the effects of COVID-19 impacts on their final moments together. The coronavirus pandemic has canceled and postponed the final moments of high school for the class of 2020, with prom and graduation ceremonies […]
LPD works with county SAFE team to help vulnerable populations

By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Snohomish County is expanding outreach efforts to flatten the curve of COVID-19, by providing access to testing and additional resources to people experiencing homelessness throughout the county. Homeless populations face a unique risk in contracting COVID-19 with a limited ability to shelter in place, leaving them vulnerable as […]