Robert ‘Chili’ Hicks announces campaign for Legislative District 10 Position 1
STANWOOD—Stanwood City Councilman and retired United States Navy Master Chief Robert “Chili” Hicks officially announces his candidacy for Washington State Representative, Legislative District 10, Position 1 — ushering in a bold new era of leadership, accountability, and common-sense reform. Hicks, a respected leader both in military and civic life, brings more than two decades of […]
Snohomish County joins $670 million lawsuit against Trump administration
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Snohomish County Executive Office announced on Friday that it is joining a multistate lawsuit against the federal government alleging that the Trump administration is violating the doctrine of separation of powers, infringing upon constitutional protections, and violating the Administrative Procedures Act by placing conditions on federal grant monies. In total, $670 million in […]
Los Gavilanes host second annual Cafecito y Pan Dulce community event
EVERETT—Casino Road community members sat down and enjoyed coffee and Latin American sweet bread with Everett Police Officers in front of the Los Gavilanes Mexican Store for its annual Cafecito y Pan Dulce con tu Policia Local Everett event. “Everyone comes to this plaza and the police protect us from the criminals, so we are […]
Undefeated Everett fighter Bilal Hasan has mighty UFC ambitions
In many ways, the mixed martial arts story of undefeated flyweight prospect Bilal Hasan can be viewed through lenses of legacy. As a Hawaii-born fighter, Hasan has Max Holloway to look up to. A future Hall of Famer known for his fighting spirit and one of the biggest draws in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), […]
Tulalip Tribes, Commerce sign historic memorandum of understanding
TULALIP—The Tulalip Tribes and Washington State Department of Commerce signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing government-to-government relations between the Tribes and the agency. The agreement removes administrative barriers, improves communications, implements culturally appropriate data privacy and security measures, and more. Tulalip Tribes Chairwoman Teri Gobin and Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn signed the agreement […]
Marysville lifts up local businesses and updates public on Cascade Industrial Center
MARYSVILLE—The City of Marysville gave an update to its Cascade Industrial Center, what the city is doing to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and highlighted some of its local businesses at the Marysville Business Summit on Tuesday, April 29, at the Marysville Opera House. The event kicked off with some remarks with Marysville […]
Snohomish County Council recognizes Cinco de Mayo as a day of celebration over oppression
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved Resolution 25-014, recognizing May 5 in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, at its General Legislative Session, Wednesday, April 30. Speaking, on behalf of the resolution, were Snohomish County PUD Commissioner Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, Miguel Gonzales founder of Avocados Mexican Restaurant, Don Felipe Hernandez founder of Los Gavilanes Mexican Store, Mario Pimienta founder […]
Snohomish County 911 to launch new radio system replacing outdated equipment
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County 911 will be launching its brand-new Radio Replacement Project next week, on Tuesday May 6, which will replace 5,000 outdated, and failing, radio systems across law enforcement and EMS agencies county wide – in addition to 22 upgraded radio sites and enhanced infrastructure. Snohomish County 911 has been using a 20-year-old system […]
Washington State challenges Trump Administration’s dismantling of AmeriCorps
SEATTLE — Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown on Tuesday joined a multistate lawsuit challenging an executive order by President Donald J Trump that terminated AmeriCorps grants and reduced the agency’s workforce by 85 percent. The order effectively ended the program that provides opportunities to more than 200,000 Americans to serve their communities, the Attorney General’s Office […]
Gesa Credit Union announces new student-run Lynnwood High School Branch
BOTHELL—Gesa, a leading credit union in Washington dedicated to driving meaningful change in the communities it serves, on Wednesday announced the grand opening of its newest High School Credit Union (HSCU) Program at Lynnwood High School. This new location marks Gesa’s 18 student-run branch statewide and its first within the Edmonds School District, showcasing its […]
