Lynnwood’s Olympus Spa heading to US Supreme Court after Ninth Circuit denies rehearing of case
LYNNWOOD—The Ninth Circuit Court on March 12 denied petitions by Lynnwood-based Olympus Spa for a rehearing of its case in front of the original three-panel judges against the enforcement action by the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC), and a rehearing en banc by the full Ninth Circuit to not allow pre-op transwomen access to its female-exclusive […]
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day at Shawn O’Donnell’s – the county’s biggest party
EVERETT—Those seeking to get in touch with their Irish heritage tomorrow for St. Patrick’s Day can look no further than Shawn O’Donnell’s in Everett, for an entire day of authentic Irish dancing, live music, imported Irish beer and spirits, and of course an extensive menu of delicious Irish food. This will be Shawn O’Donnell’s 20th […]
John Braun: There’s no overstating what Democrats just did to our state
Sadly, we’ve now seen just how much damage 90 people can do to our state in 60 days. The 90 people are Democrats: 59 state representatives, 30 state senators and Gov. Bob Ferguson. The 60 days went from Jan. 12 through March 12 — meaning this year’s legislative session. While Republicans fought hard and well […]
No ‘Dirty Work,’ City of Lynnwood clarifies $360,000 retroactive utility tax by Water District
LYNNWOOD—The City of Lynnwood has provided more detail—beyond what was originally provided to the Lynnwood Times by the City’s spokesperson—regarding retroactive utility taxes applied by the Alderwood Water & Wastewater District (Water District) against Lynnwood residents, that was first reported by the Lynnwood Times earlier in March. In a March 13 letter penned by Mayor […]
Jenna Nand Invites the Community to her Campaign Kickoff for the 32nd LD State House Seat
EDMONDS—Edmonds City Council Member and small business attorney Jenna Nand invites the local community to her campaign kickoff for the State House in the 32nd Legislative District. Please join her on the rooftop of the Edmonds Library, with stunning views, light refreshments, and a celebration of community on March 21, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. This […]
Gov Ferguson commentary on 2026 legislative session
When I delivered my State of the State address at the start of this session, I talked about history — particularly the history that we create ourselves. I want to thank legislators, legislative staff and my team for a historic legislative session. I was very specific in articulating key priorities in my State of the […]
Energy Secretary invokes Defense Production Act to restart CA Oil Operations
WASHINGTON—U.S. Department of Energy on March 13 directed Sable Offshore Corporation to restore operations of the Santa Ynez Unit and Santa Ynez Pipeline System to address supply disruption risks caused by California policies that have left the region and U.S. military forces dependent on foreign oil. Energy Secretary Chris Wright invoked the Defense Production Act […]
Washington Air Force hero named as one of six killed in KC-135 refueler crash
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Department of War announced on March 14 the death of six Air Force Airmen who were killed in a KC-135 refueler crash on March 12 supporting Operation Epic Fury: Three were assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, and three to the 121st Air Refueling Wing at Rickenbacker […]
Port of Everett’s Restaurant Row gets sweeter with grand opening of Menchie’s at the Marina
EVERETT — It just got sweeter at the Port of Everett’s Waterfront Place with Menchie’s at the Marina now open at Fisherman’s Harbor “Restaurant Row,” bringing its popular self-serve frozen yogurt experience to the waterfront. Menchie’s joins a growing lineup of locally owned businesses helping shape the next phase of Waterfront Place as a vibrant waterfront […]
Bothell’s sky fills with thousands of crows each night, perplexing researchers
BOTHELL—Anyone living in, or passing through, Bothell near sunset has likely witnessed a peculiar sight; tens of thousands of crows holding daily councils, cawing, roosting, and congregating in one area every single night, particularly between the months of October and March. It’s a natural phenomenon that has piqued the interest of wildlife researchers for decades, […]
