Washington Republican Dan Newhouse will not seek reelection to Congress
YAKIMA VALLEY—United States Representative Dan Newhouse, a Republican representing Washington’s 4th Congressional District, announced Wednesday, December 17, that he will not seek reelection in 2026, ending a congressional career marked by his vote to impeach President Donald J Trump following the January 6, 2021, Capitol breach. “I am announcing today that I will not seek […]
Over 200,000 SnoPUD and PSE customers without power
Snohomish PUD reports that strong northwesterly winds did a significant damage to Camano Island and the northwestern part of Snohomish County overnight. Snohomish County PUD is working to get power restored as quickly and safely as possible. The National Weather Service had a high wind warning in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday morning. Gusts were […]
Boeing donates $500,000 to support flooding recovery in Puget Sound
SEATTLE—Boeing is donating $500,000 from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist with recovery efforts in the aftermath of severe flooding in the Puget Sound area. Funding will go to the following organizations supporting recovery and relief efforts: “In this time of urgent need, we stand alongside our Puget Sound communities and our employees impacted by […]
Report December flood damage with Snohomish County DEM
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., Dec. 16, 2025 – An online survey is now available to help residents report damage from the historic flooding that occurred on local river systems during a series of weather events starting Dec. 9. The Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management launched the survey today and it can be accessed at https://bit.ly/SnoCo-Damage-Report […]
Annie opens at Edmonds College’s Black Box Theater, with more shows this weekend
LYNNWOOD—Children’s Group Seattle Performers, in partnership with Edmonds’ Ballyhoo Theater, opened with their production of the beloved musical Annie on Friday, December 12, at Edmonds College’s Black Box Theater in Lynnwood. The production continues this weekend through Sunday, December 21. The multiple Tony Award-winning musical, which opened in 1977 in New York City’s Broadway district, […]
Snohomish County Deputies probe looting incident
SNOHOMISH—At approximately 11 a.m., Saturday, December 13, Snohomish County Sheriff Deputies responded to a report of subjects launching boats and kayaks in a closed off area near Marsh Road and Lowell Larimer Road in south Snohomish County. Deputies were able to contact several of the subjects but were unaware at the time the “kayakers” were […]
New flood wall saves Mount Vernon, Snohomish County roads face major repairs
MOUNT VERNON—On the Saturday following record-breaking Skagit River flooding, Mount Vernon Mayor Peter Donovan stood before the city’s 1.4-mile flood wall (a.k.a. The Wall) and declared it a game-changer, as U.S. Senator Patty Murray, Governor Bob Ferguson and local emergency officials gathered to assess response efforts and brace for more rain. “Downtown Mount Vernon stayed […]
Flooding update: rescues, federal emergency, and a second coming
WASHINGTON STATE—Dozens of people were rescued in Snohomish County, from Wednesday through Thursday, due to the state, and federally, declared “emergency” flooding that swept the region, with more storms and more flooding ahead. Meteorologists working with the National Weather Service (NWS) issued weather alerts for Washington residents on Wednesday, December 10, due to, what they […]
GM of Edibles issues statement on Congress’ crack down on hemp market
Below is a statement from Thomas Winstanley, EVP & GM, Edibles.com™ (part of Edible Brands/Edible Arrangements) on a newly negotiated congressional spending bill would federally recriminalize many hemp-derived THC products, including popular items like Delta-8 THC, which were legalized under the 2018 Farm Bill. The legislation redefines legal hemp to include total THC content (not […]
WA residents encouraged to support Western Washington flood relief
OLYMPIA—Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is encouraging Washington residents, public employees, and state retirees to help residents of Western Washington affected by flooding from this week’s atmospheric river. Secretary Hobbs authorized the activation of the Disaster Relief Center (DRC), a special function of the Office of the Secretary of State’s Combined Fund Drive (CFD), and […]
