$70 Billion ‘Secure America Act’ that funds ICE and CBP passes Congress, heads to Trump for signature
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congress gave final approval Tuesday, June 9, to the $70 billion “Secure America Act,” that funds Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol for the next three years, handing President Donald J Trump a major win on his America First immigration enforcement agenda. The Senate passed the measure early June 5 […]
Lynnwood CC holds public hearing on Comp Plan amendments and discusses EDIF
LYNNWOOD— The Lynnwood City Council held a public hearing on its 2026 Comprehensive Plan Amendment List (PAL) and was briefed on its Economic Development Infrastructure Fund (EDIF) at its Business Meeting on Monday, June 8. Economic Development Infrastructure Fund (EDIF) Public Works Director Jared Bond and Development and Business Services Director Ben Wolters led a […]
Edmonds Choir Breaks Its Own 20-Year Rule — for Ukrainian orphans
EDMONDS— On May 16, members of the Edmonds-based ensemble took the stage to raise funds for the Ukrainian educational nonprofit — performing entirely from memory, as is Mosaic’s signature tradition. It is the only exception in the choir’s 20-year history. Mosaic Choir & Orchestra has one rule: perform for any nonprofit only once. They’ve broken […]
Court strikes down Trump’s new $100,000 H-1B Visa fee, calling it a tax
SEATTLE — Washington Attorney General Nick Brown on Tuesday welcomed a federal court ruling that struck down the Trump administration’s $100,000 “tax” on new H-1B visa petitions, saying it preserves the state’s ability to recruit specialized talent for research, education and health care. Washington state was one of 20 state plaintiffs in the lawsuit against […]
Edmonds College student Aaron Slaughter named recipient of the 2026 Governor’s Student Civic Leadership Award
LYNNWOOD – Aaron Slaughter, a dual-degree student at Edmonds College, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Governor’s Student Civic Leadership Award. Slaughter was recognized during an awards ceremony held on April 17 at the Museum of Flight in Seattle for his exceptional leadership and commitment to community building. The Student Civic Leadership Awards, […]
15 Students Appointed to First-Ever Lynnwood Youth Council in Historic Vote
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council unanimously approved the appointment of 15 Edmonds School District students to the newly established Lynnwood Youth Council at its Monday, June 8, Business Meeting. The members of the inaugural Lynnwood Youth Council are the following: “Tonight is a moment I have looked forward to for a long time, the confirmation of […]
Snohomish County Farmers Markets 2026 Guide: Mukilteo returns with Egyptian desserts, giant dogs and local vendors
MUKILTEO—The Mukilteo Farmers Market returned Wednesday after an extended hiatus, drawing shoppers to Lighthouse Park for its first day of the 2026 season with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a lively mix of local vendors. City Councilwoman Donna Vago along with Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival Board President Megan Reed cut the ribbon at 2:45 p.m. to reopen […]
Edmonds first U.S. city to be designated a “Community of Service”
EDMONDS—The city of Edmonds officially launched its very first Edmonds Serves event on Saturday, June 6, a citywide initiative celebrating the individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and public agencies that strengthen its community every day through service and volunteerism. The celebratory event follows being recognized as the nation’s very first “Community of Service” by the National Museum […]
First Lynnwood City Pride event a major success, despite rain
LYNNWOOD—The first ever official Lynnwood City Pride event was a resounding success despite the sprinkle of rain Saturday, June 6, on the City’s Civic Campus. Lynnwood City Councilwoman Isabel Mata, the only Lynnwood City Council member who identifies as queer, opened the event with a few remarks. “We’ve come together to celebrate and support our […]
Snohomish County Juneteenth 2026 Guide: Dates, locations, and meaning
LYNNWOOD — Snohomish County will observe Juneteenth with two free community celebrations—Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration in Lynnwood on the federal holiday and Juneteenth Community Celebration the following day. Both Lynnwood events are open to the public at no charge. Project Girl Mentoring, in partnership with the city of Lynnwood, will host the Juneteenth Freedom Day […]
