WTSC launches ‘Surviving Summer’ campaign to cut deadly crashes
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Patrol and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission kicked off the annual “Surviving Summer” traffic safety campaign on June 1, urging drivers to slow down, stay sober and pay attention during the state’s deadliest driving months. State data shows the period from early June through early September is the most dangerous stretch on […]
Seeking 2026 Second Congressional District App Challenge submissions
EVERETT—U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) on Monday announced the launch of the 2026 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). The annual competition accepts entries through Monday, October 26, 2026, is open to high school and middle school students who live in or attend school in Washington state’s 2nd congressional district. The Congressional App Challenge is an opportunity for students to learn coding and computer science skills […]
Electronic Waste and Styrofoam Collection Event June 13
Do you have Styrofoam or electronic waste you need to dispose of? Bring it to the Lynnwood Operations and Maintenance Center from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., June 13. Styrofoam MUST BE CLEAN! All tape and stickers must be removed. No “soft” Styrofoam. Styrofoam loose or in CLEAR plastic bags ONLY. Clear bags are best […]
Verdant Health Commission Opens 2027 Funding Cycle
LYNNWOOD—The Verdant Health Commission is accepting funding applications from June 1 through July 10, 2026, from community nonprofits and agencies serving South Snohomish County residents. Funding is available for programs that align with one of Verdant’s two priority areas: Awards will be announced in late September 2026, with contracts beginning January 1, 2027, and ending […]
The History of the Wilcox Park Flags in Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD [CHERI RYAN | LYNNWOOD-ALDERWOOD MANOR HERITAGE ASSOCIATION BOARD]—If you have driven by Wilcox Park on 196th St SW in Lynnwood, also known as the Flag Park, you have undoubtedly noticed the United States flags that are flown there seasonally. Do you know the story of why the flags are displayed at the park and […]
‘We Can and Will Find Opportunities’: Somers Charts Optimistic Path for Snohomish County
MUKILTEO—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced Tuesday that the county stands ready for a sustainable and successful future, even as rapid growth, budget constraints and the scars of natural disasters test its foundations. Speaking at the annual County Update before 200 attendees at Boeing’s Future of Flight, Somers shared his initiatives for 2026 and urged […]
Battle Ground recognizes Antifa as Domestic Terror Organization
BATTLE GROUND—The City of Battle Ground on Monday, June 1, formally recognized President Donald J Trump’s executive order designating Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, becoming one of the first municipalities to do so in a proclamation. Mayor Eric Overholser signed the proclamation at the city council’s business meeting on June 1. The proclamation references […]
Sheriff’s Office to host inaugural Cops & Bobbers youth fishing event
MARYSVILLE — The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Marysville Police Department and the Cops & Kids Foundation (a nonprofit organization), will host the inaugural Cops & Bobbers Youth Fishing Event on 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Gissberg (Twin Lakes) in Marysville. Designed for children ages 4 to […]
Public invited to Fire Station Open House in Mill Creek
Community members of all ages are welcome to attend South County Fire’s free Neighborhood Night Open House on Thursday, June 11, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Mill Creek Fire Station 76, 1020 153rd St. SE, Mill Creek. Visitors can get up close and personal with a fire engine, interact with firefighters, and learn more about […]
Complete Guide to Pride Month 2026: All Washington LGBTQ+ Parades, Festivals and Gatherings
June is Pride Month, but did you know that Washington’s LGB community traces its presence back more than a century in the Pacific Northwest. Seattle hosted its first documented drag performance in 1898, and by the 1930s the city had established venues such as the Casino Pool Hall and the Double Header, both in Pioneer […]
