Rep Larsen honors fallen combat-decorated Whidbey Island Aviators
WASHINGTON D.C.—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) honored Lieutenant Commander Lyndsey Evans, 31, and Lieutenant Serena Wileman, 31, two high skilled, combat-decorated Naval aviators who tragically lost their lives when their EA-18G Growler aircraft crashed near Mount Rainier on October 15 during a routine training flight. Wileman’s remains were transported to her home in Oak Harbor earlier […]
EASC Announces Ray Stephanson as New Interim Executive Director and CEO
EVERETT — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) yesterday announced Former Everett Mayor and EASC founding member Ray Stephanson has been appointed as Interim Executive Director and CEO, effective Dec. 2, 2024. Wendy Poischbeg, the current interim president and CEO, will assist with the transition before taking on a new role leading efforts to reestablish the Greater […]
Liias leads on jobs, energy, and transportation for 2025 Legislative session
OLYMPIA—Senator Marko Liias (D-Edmonds) expanded his leadership roles in the Washington State Senate, following a vote among Senate Democrats on Thursday, November 21. Liias will continue to chair the Senate Transportation Committee, where he has been focused on expanding sustainable transportation options that help fuel a growing economy and serve the needs of Washington families. […]
Ferguson preps to fight against Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025
SEATTLE—On Monday, November 25, Governor-elect Bob Ferguson announced a Transition Team subcommittee that will focus on protecting Washingtonians from the Heritage Foundation’s (a conservative think tank) Project 2025. According to Ferguson, the Project 2025 agenda include gutting access to abortion, mass deportations, limiting access to the ballot box, rolling back LGBTQ+ rights, ending environmental protections, […]
Lovick to chair Governor-elect Ferguson’s new transition committee to Improve Public Safety
SEATTLE—Governor-elect Bob Ferguson announced on Tuesday that State Senator and former Snohomish County Sheriff John Lovick (D-Mill Creek) will chair his transition committee focused on improving public safety and increasing the number of well-trained law enforcement in Washington. “Our public safety challenges, including a statewide fentanyl epidemic, require immediate action,” said Ferguson. “Washington ranks last […]
County Council adopts $3.22 billion biennial budget with split vote
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—After months and careful deliberation, the Snohomish County Council adopted its first biennial Budget during a Public Hearing Monday, November 25—a $3.22 billion operating budget for the upcoming 2025 and 2026 fiscal years. “As the Chair of the Council, I am so proud of my fellow Councilmembers who all deliberated both passionately and respectfully […]
Meet Me in Arlington for our Hometown Holidays Celebration
ARLINGTON—Meet me in Arlington for Arlington’s Hometown Holidays celebration! The magic starts on November 30th in Legion Park, where Arlington’s Christmas Tree will be lit at 5 p.m. Lights will be twinkling and carolers will be singing, while visitors enjoy fire pits and roasting marshmallows with special guests, Mrs. Claus and Olaf. An unexpected snowfall […]
Thanksgiving Safety tips by Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office
Olympia – As families gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s important to keep fire safety in mind to ensure a safe and joyful holiday. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving Day has the highest number of home-cooking fire incidents across the nation, and residential fires are approximately three times more likely to occur […]
Confusing initiative titles should not be a thing
A recent KIRO 7 News headline from Nov. 6, the day after the recent election, reads: “‘Confusing verbiage’ may have influenced WA voters on statewide initiatives, expert says.” Ya think? You didn’t need an expert to tell you that. Read the titles for yourself. Those of us paying attention to 2024 ballot measures for months have been worried all […]
Public invited to 2025 Legislative Kickoff: “One County, One Voice”
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host the Legislative Kickoff on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Elks Lodge #479 in Everett. Presented by Boeing and Republic Services, this annual event connects local business leaders and elected officials to advocate for policies that drive economic success in Snohomish County. Under […]
