State candidate to file suit over petition arrest in Edmonds
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EDMONDS—Libertarian State Representative candidate for the 21st Legislative District, Bruce Guthrie, who was arrested for gathering signatures on the playfield of Frances Anderson Center on Friday, June 14, is now seeking legal representation to sue the Edmonds Arts Festival, Edmonds Police Department, and the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, for, what he considers, an infringement on his First […]
Arlington Municipal Airport to install state’s largest general aviation solar array
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ARLINGTON—The Arlington Municipal Airport has recently partnered with Veregy, to install state-of-the-art solar arrays to significantly offset the airport’s annual electric consumption, providing savings against rising utility costs by generating nearly 145,000 kWh of renewable energy annually. Starting Monday, July 8, 2024, the investment in sustainable energy that costs roughly at $668,000, will feature a […]
Congressman Larsen cancels Everett campaign kick-off amid security concerns
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EVERETT—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) cancels his Everett campaign kick-off event tonight, Monday, June 24, at Scuttlebutt Brewing Taproom amid security concerns of pro-Palestine demonstrators. “In the last week, pro-Palestine demonstrators have disrupted community events I held throughout the district,” Rep. Larsen released in a statement on Monday. “I expect the same to occur tonight in Everett. […]
Dozens of women gained hands-on training at Future Women in EMS & Fire workshop
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EVERETT—More than 30 Snohomish County women spent the weekend climbing ladders, handling hoses, forcing doors and learning the basics of emergency medical care during the Future Women in EMS and Fire workshop that was held at the South County Fire Training Center in Everett on June 22 and 23. More than 70 women applied for […]
Is Secretary Hobbs using lawfare to abolish the 30-Day residency requirement?
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OLYMPIA—Dale Whitaker, the GOP-endorsed candidate for Washington Secretary of State, will attend a crucial hearing on June 25 at 10 a.m. in Olympia to defend the 30-day residency requirement for voter eligibility outlined in the state constitution. Whitaker is vocal about his opposition to the recent legal case, Washington State Alliance for Retired Americans v. […]
Dispersed campfires banned on state lands in southeast Washington
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OLYMPIA—Starting 12:01 a.m., Friday, June 21, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) banned dispersed campfires on lands it manages throughout its Southeast Region of Washington state as hot, dry summer weather is likely to increase wildfire danger in the area. Multiple wildfires are already actively burning in the region, DNR reports. Fire dangers are prevalent […]
South County Fire offers free fireworks ban yard signs
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Free “fireworks ban” yard signs are available from South County Fire to help spread the word that fireworks are illegal in southwest Snohomish County. Fireworks use is illegal throughout South County Fire’s service area: Brier, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Mountlake Terrace and unincorporated southwest Snohomish County. Yard signs will be available for residents to pick […]
Inslee appoints Gent Welsh adjutant general
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OLYMPIA—Brigadier general Gent Welsh has been appointed adjutant general of Washington, Governor Jay Inslee announced on Friday, June 21. Welsh will command all Washington Army and Air National Guard forces and serve as the director of the Washington Military Department, which along with the Washington National Guard, includes the state’s Emergency Management Division and the Washington […]
See you in court! CADF wins battle in whistleblower suit
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OLYMPIA—The Citizen Action Defense Fund (CADF) won its legal battle on Friday, June 21, against the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and the Office of Financial Management’s attempt to dismiss cap-and-trade scheme whistleblower Scott Smith’s lawsuit. “This isn’t just about me – it’s about state employees everywhere,” said Scott Smith. “I look forward to […]
Reminder: Paine Field Airport remains a no-drone zone
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EVERETT—Paine Field Airport is reminding Snohomish County residents that it is illegal to fly a drone within five miles of the airfield without first obtaining permission from both the Federal Aviation Administration and the airport. With the rapid advancement of technology, the availability of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, has significantly […]