Parents talk COVID at Edmonds School Board meeting
EDMONDS, Wash. – On September 14, the first Edmonds school board meeting of the 2021-2022 school year took place over Zoom amidst rising COVID cases in the county. The meeting predominantly focused on the district’s commitment to safe reopening measures. Meetings will continue to take place over Zoom for the duration of the year. The […]
The Passing of Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Eric Lucas
EVERETT, Wash., September 15, 2021 — Below is a statement from Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers on the passing of Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Eric Lucas. It was with great sadness I learned of Superior Court Judge Eric Lucas’ passing over the weekend. Judge Lucas was not just an excellent judge, he was an […]
In Lynnwood, 1 in 3 crimes is theft or burglary
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 15, 2021 — In the week of August 28 to September 4, Lynnwood saw about 95 total reported crimes, 30 of which included burglary, theft, or prowling. Nearly 1 in 3 crimes the Lynnwood Police Department is called to report will include theft or burglary. Overall, crime has decreased this week compared […]
Rebuilding a Life: A journey from homelessness and drug abuse to self-redemption
SNOHOMISH, Wash., September 15, 2021 – Billy McGarry, 35, lost track of how many days he had been awake with no sleep. It was the middle of winter, and he had just been kicked out of the McDonald’s bathroom where he passed out on the floor. He hadn’t eaten in days but had no appetite, […]
Mukfest returns for a weekend of festivities at Lighthouse Park
MUKILTEO, Wash., September, 14, 2021 – A few sprinkles of rain could not dampen the smiling faces at the Mukilteo’s Lighthouse Festival held at Lighthouse Park September 10 through 12. The festival returned a year after the COVID-19 shutdown with live music, rows of vendors, food trucks, a beer garden, lighthouse tours, parades, and more […]
Council approves IT improvements, PSE contract, and Community Justice and Recovery Centers
Yesterday, the Lynnwood City Council held a business meeting. After nearly two hours of hearing public comment, the council voted to move forward with the Community Justice Center (CJC) and the Community Recovery Center (CRC) proposals. Unfortunately, during the public hearing portion of the meeting, callers spewed threats and racial slurs. Mayor Smith and Council […]
Mayor and Council condemn racial slurs at meeting
A message from Mayor Nicola Smith and Council President George Hurst regarding racial slurs used during the September 13th City Council Meeting We outright condemn the use of racial slurs of any kind. Additionally, we condemn threats of violence. During the September 13th Lynnwood City Council Business Meeting, there were individuals asking to participate in […]
Is the Pfizer vaccine FDA approved?
On August 23, the Food and Drug Administration granted approval for a COVID-19 vaccine. But the jab in question is called the “Comirnaty” vaccine. The labels for vials of Pfizer-BioNTech are still marked for “Emergency Use Authorization.” The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of a COVID-19 vaccine has encouraged elected officials to move forward […]
Active arson investigation in Saturday’s Edmonds fire
EDMONDS, Wash., September 13, 2021 — The early Saturday morning fire that severely damaged all businesses at the Plum Tree Plaza in Edmonds is being investigated as arson. Edmonds Police detectives are working with South County Fire as well as agents from the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) as they continue the investigation. […]
ESD School Board Meetings and public comments
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 13, 2021 — To decrease the public spread of COVID-19, the Snohomish Health District recommends public meetings be held remotely. Therefore, the Edmonds School District School Board will continue with virtual meetings until further notice. New digital agenda, minutes, video archive system The Edmonds School District will use a new digital system […]
