Washington Courts online system mostly restored
OLYMPIA—As of Monday, November 18, 2024, Washington state’s Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) has restored access to most court systems included Odyssey Case Management System (Odyssey) and Odyssey Portal. E-filing will continue to be suspended until further notice pursuant to Emergency Order 01-24. Due to the two-week outage, the Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk’s Office […]
A Crisis of Leadership in Washington’s GOP: Missteps, Mismanagement, and Missed Opportunities
Election season is the one time during a two-year cycle when the legislative caucuses (House and Senate) and the State and County Party align with a singular purpose: to get Republicans elected. Period. Full stop. For the rest of the cycle, legislative caucuses focus on representing constituents in the legislature, while the State and County […]
Washington Supreme Court Justices elect Debra Stephens as next Chief Justice
OLYMPIA—Justice Debra L Stephens will serve as the 59th chief justice of the Washington Supreme Court, following a vote of her colleagues on the Washington Supreme Court on Wednesday, November 6. Stephens will be sworn into the position in January, succeeding current Chief Justice Steven C. González. Since 1996, the internal vote for the position […]
Pedersen elected new WA State Senate Majority Leader
TUKWILA—Senator Jamie Pedersen (D-Seattle) will be the new Senate Majority Leader in the Washington State Senate, following a vote among Senate Democrats on Monday, November 11. Pedersen will take over immediately as Sen. Andy Billig (D-Spokane) prepares to retire after 14 years of service in the Legislature, including six years (2018-2024) as leader of the […]
Gesa Credit Union awards $475,000 to 44 Local Hero Organizations
LYNNWOOD—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Local Heroes Grant Program, which provides funds to organizations supporting local heroes within the community. This year, Gesa awarded more than $475,000 in grants to 44 organizations across the Pacific Northwest, marking its largest donation year yet. The top awarded organizations […]
Community Transit Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit makes changes to hours of service on Thanksgiving Day and the day after. Thursday, Nov. 28 (Thanksgiving Day) Friday, Nov. 29 Check bus schedules at communitytransit.org/schedules, or use Plan My Trip. Community Transit provides bus and paratransit service, vanpool, and innovative transit options in Snohomish County. The agency is expanding the Swift […]
Westgate Chapel to hold 30th annual free community Thanksgiving dinner
EDMONDS—The Westgate Chapel Church, located at 22901 Edmonds Way, will be holding its 30th annual free Community Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, November 28, serving traditional Thanksgiving dinner for anybody and everybody living in Snohomish or North King County. The dinner will be served in three separate time slots: 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m., on […]
Port of Everett Commission adopts $73.2 Million 2025 Budget
EVERETT—The Port of Everett Commission has adopted a $73.2 million 2025 operating and capital budget that continues to implement the Port’s Strategic Plan and overall vision of a vibrant and balanced working waterfront. The Port’s 2025 budget and financing plan considers anticipated financial implications resulting from current economic factors, including interest rates and trade markets. It also […]
Port of Everett invites community to annual Holiday on the Bay Festival, announces new lineup
EVERETT—The Port of Everett invites you to kick off the holidays at Waterfront Place this season, offering a full lineup of winter fun for everyone from its annual Holiday on the Bay Festival and Holiday on the Bay 5k to NEW activations including live reindeer visits during Holiday Hooves: 12 Days of Reindeer and Sip […]
Liias, Lovick, Sims, Somers among Governor-elect Ferguson transition team
State lawmakers from both parties, lobbyists, local elected officials, lawyers, tribes and unions all have a seat at Bob Ferguson’s table as he moves into the role of governor. Ferguson on Tuesday announced a 53-person team that will help with the transition from Gov. Jay Inslee to the new administration. They’ll assist Ferguson as he […]
