Embattled New York Congressman George Santos expelled from Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C., December 1, 2023—Today, the United States House of Representative voted 311 (yeas) -114 (nays) – 2 (present) to expel Representative George Santos (R-NY03) from Congress for misusing campaign funds for his own personal use. The vote comes after the House Ethics Committee chaired by Michael Guest, R-Miss. released a scathing report finding substantial […]
Lynnwood PD partners up with Edmonds Schools for Holiday Books and Snack Drive
LYNNWOOD, Wash., November 30, 2022—The Lynnwood Police Department, in partnership with the Foundation for Edmonds School District, will be continuing its Holiday Books and Snacks Drive this year on Tuesday, December 12. The collections will be donated to the Nourishing Network and the Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County. Leading up to the event, donors […]
US Air Force awards $2.3 billion contract for 15 KC-46A tankers to be built at Boeing Everett
EVERETT, Wash., November 28, 2023―Boeing will build an additional 15 KC-46A Pegasus tankers under a Lot 10 contract awarded by the U.S. Air Force valued at $2.3 billion. One hundred fifty-three KC-46A multi-mission aerial refuelers are now on contract globally, providing advanced capability advantages for the joint force and allies. “We appreciate our partnership with […]
Community servants are Merrysville holiday parade grand marshals
MARYSVILLE, Wash., November 28, 2023—Longtime community volunteers Ron Wagner and Sandra Schlerf will lead the 2023 Merrysville Electric Lights Parade beginning at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, December 2. The parade runs south on State Avenue from the Marysville Community Center to Comeford Park. The co-grand marshals were chosen for their dedicated service as volunteers in our […]
Upcoming Coffee Chat: End of Year Tax Planning & Business Succession
Everett, Wash., November 28, 2023—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) announces the upcoming virtual event, Coffee Chats: End of Year Tax Planning & Business Succession on December 12. Hosted by EASC, Coffee Chats are a series of virtual events that offer discussions on relevant business topics. Attendees at this event can expect to gain a comprehensive […]
Lynnwood resident wins $250,000 from new holiday scratch game
Olympia, Wash., November 28, 2023—A Lynnwood resident just received the greatest gift from Washington’s Lottery this holiday season: a prize worth a quarter-of-a-million dollars. While on his lunch break, R.W. stopped at his nearby 7-Eleven in Woodinville. While browsing the store’s selection of lottery Scratch tickets, a new game, Holiday Countdown, caught his eye due […]
Public invited to 2023 Annual Homeless Memorial Vigil
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, WA., November 28, 2023—The Snohomish County’s Veterans Homelessness Committee invites the community to join in honoring and remembering those who have tragically lost their lives while experiencing homelessness at the 2023 Annual Homeless Memorial Vigil with an emphasis on Veterans. This event will take place on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at the county’s […]
Council slashes mayor’s property tax hike, calls for audit
LYNNWOOD, Wash., November 28, 2023—The Lynnwood City Council approved a 5% increase (or $225,000) to the property tax levy, down from the mayor’s proposed 22% figure, during its business meeting on November 27. Council members call on a third-party audit to rein in city spending. According to Finance Director Michelle Meyer, this is roughly an […]
State Avenue closure for Merrysville holiday parade on December 2
MARYSVILLE, Wash., November 27, 2023—On the evening of Saturday, December 2, State Avenue will be closed between 4th Street (SR 528) and Grove Street for the Merrysville for the Holidays Electric Lights Parade. The road closure will start at 6 p.m. and State Avenue will reopen by 10 p.m. or earlier if possible. Marked detour […]
Vote to take place on November 27 for 22% property tax increase for Lynnwood residents
LYNNWOOD, Wash., November 26, 2023—The Lynnwood City Council will be voting on a 22% property tax hike at its Business Meeting on Monday, November 27, 2023, along with voting on an ordinance to upzone to allow for larger “multifamily housing” units in the city. The meeting will be held at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers and […]
