IN2WORK: Snohomish County Jail launches new program
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., July 18, 2022 – Earlier this year, the Snohomish County Jail started a new program, IN2WORK, focused on reducing recidivism and preparing inmates for a successful post-incarceration journey to offer second chances to inmates. IN2WORK is a program sponsored by Aramark that allows inmates to enroll in a kitchen and food safety […]
Man attempting to swim across Possession Sound rescued
MUKILTEO, Wash., July 18, 2022 – A male that appears to be in his mid-thirties to mid-forties attempting to swim from Mukilteo Beach to Whidbey Island in Possession Sound was successfully rescued yesterday evening thanks to the heroic efforts of residents and First Responders. Prior to entering the water to swim across Possession Sound to […]
Mindful Mondays: Take an intentional break
It’s a long drive to the Washington coastline but if you get a chance, find this tree, and check out the wet, fern-walled grotto and stream underneath it. I don’t like the word, “magical” but it really did feel special. Today’s invitation is to not only find the roots and stability in your life but […]
Allegations of false political advertising against Rep. Sutherland
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., July 17, 2022 – Rep. Robert Sutherland (R-Granite Falls) who is running for re-election in the 39th Legislative District is again facing controversy from those within his own party, this time it involves allegations of false political advertising. In a political mailer received by voters over the weekend, Rep. Sutherland claims he […]
Lynnwood proudly celebrates Afro-Latino heritage
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 17, 2022 – Hundreds attended the Afro-Latino Festival that returned for its eleventh year in Lynnwood at Silver Creek Family Church to celebrate Afro-Latino heritage and culture on Saturday, July 16. From clothing and jewelry to freshly pressed agua de coco and hand-pressed crepes, attendees enjoyed a family friendly and alcohol-free event. […]
Apply to serve on Marysville Parks Board
MARYSVILLE — Want to help shape the future of Marysville parks? The city has an opening on the Parks, Culture and Recreation Advisory Board for a term ending Aug. 31, 2024. The board meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every odd-numbered month. It advises the Parks, Culture and Recreation department and the […]
Three Lynnwood Police Officers injured when evidence exploded
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 16, 2022 – A source told the Lynnwood Times that shortly after 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 16, three Lynnwood Police Officers were injured when evidence that was being processed exploded inside the police station. All three officers were sent to hospital and have been released with nonlife threatening injuries. Both the […]
LTE: Letter of support for Petra Bigea
In the August 2 Primary and November 8 General Election, I will be voting for Ms. Petra Bigea, candidate for Washington State House of Representatives LD 21, Position 2. Petra supports policies that limit government spending, lower taxation, protect individual rights, reduce crime, attract high paying jobs, and end radical indoctrination of our precious children. […]
A behind the scenes look at ballot counting
Editor’s Note: This article is a repost that was originally posted August 6, 2019. Garth Fell is now the Snohomish County Auditor. Ballot counting is a fairly complicated and extremely detail-oriented process that you may not actively think about. Because of this, you may not know: How exactly is your ballot counted? Stepping back a […]
Public invited to Afrolatino festival in Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD, Wash, July 15 – The Afrolatino Festival returns for its eleventh year in Lynnwood at Silver Creek Family Church to celebrate Afrolatino culture in Washington State. The event is 12 – 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 16. Aside from the vendors and food stands, a rock band will play an assortment of live Latin music from bachata, meringue, to salsa, […]
