Island County Republican ballot observer will not face jail
COUPEVILLE—Island County Superior Court Judge Joseph Wilson on Monday, August 25, sentenced Tim Hazelo, a Republican ballot observer in Island County, to 40 hours of community service and is ordered to pay $200 court costs and a $500 fine, along with submitting a DNA sample. He will not serve any time in jail. Hazelo must […]
Marysville Police Department urges back-to-school traffic safety after more than 1,000 violations last year
MARYSVILLE—With the start of the school year just days away, the Marysville Police Department is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert in school zones and near school buses. Officers from the traffic and school resource units are preparing for increased patrols as students return to class. During the previous school year, from Sept. […]
Ziply Fiber sold to Canada’s largest telecommunications provider
KIRKLAND—Canadian-based Bell Canada successfully acquired Kirkland-based Northwest Fiber Holdco, LLC (doing business as Ziply Fiber) on July 30, after an administrative law judge for the Utilities and Transportation Commission, approved the transfer of ownership two days earlier. The administrative law judge approved the settlement agreement after they found the transaction poses no harm to the […]
Marysville releases Fall program schedule for Marysville Opera House
LYNNWOOD—As the sun sets on another unforgettable summer, the City of Marysville is excited to announce that the entertainment doesn’t stop, it simply moves indoors! Community members can enjoy a vibrant lineup of concerts, and programs hosted indoors at the Marysville Opera House. Whether you’ve spent the summer grooving at outdoor concerts, events or relaxing […]
WA AG Nick Brown threatened with suspension of license to practice law
[The Center Square] – Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown was threatened with an interim suspension of his license to practice law for failing to respond to allegations that Brown in his capacity as Attorney General, colluded with private law firm Perkins Coie on an amicus brief filed on behalf of the firm’s lawsuit in federal court against […]
City of Edmonds names Todd Tatum as City Administrator
EDMONDS – Mayor Mike Rosen has named Todd Tatum as Acting City Administrator. Tatum most recently served as the city’s Director of Community, Culture and Economic Development. “Todd brings a wealth of experience, integrity, and a deep sense of public service to this new role,” said Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen. “I’m confident in his ability […]
Ferguson and Larsen hear how SNAP cuts could worsen food insecurity in Washington state
LYNNWOOD—Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson and Congressman Rick Larsen (WA-D02) handed out free lunches to kids at Lynnwood Elementary Thursday, August 21, before hearing, firsthand — from Edmonds School District staff, parents and community leaders — how President Donald J Trump’s spending bill could impact food insecurity in Snohomish County. When the Congress passed the […]
Edmonds College’s CAP receives $575,000 grant from WSDOT
LYNNWOOD – The Edmonds College Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program (CAP) received a $575,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) that will help support the program through the end of 2026. The CAP is an eight-week, 300-hour tuition-free intensive program held at the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center (AMSC) at Paine Field. The intensive training […]
Crossfire Premier claims multiple ECNL National Championships
REDMOND—Crossfire Premier (XF), a local soccer club, put the Pacific Northwest on the national stage this summer by winning multiple championships in the prestigious Elite Clubs National League (ECNL). The ECNL, made up of the nation’s top select programs, features 151 boys’ teams from across the country and is regarded as one of the top […]
Secretary of State certifies 2025 August Primary results
OLYMPIA — The Office of the Secretary of State certified the results of the 2025 August Primary, Wednesday, Aug. 20. According to vote totals certified by Deputy Secretary of State Randy Bolerjack, more than 1.2 million voters participated in the primary, and approximately 28.6% turnout of the eligible 4.4 million voters. Only two counties […]
