Speed ice skater from Edmonds wins Age Class Champion
Roseville, Minn.—Edmonds man Bruce Guthrie was named new Age Class National Champion in the Masters 60 to 64 age class at this year’s U.S. Long Track Speed Skating Age Class National Champions, held in Roseville, Minnesota on February 3 through February 4. The annual event, put on by the National sanctioning body for speed skating […]
2024 Student Mock Election is now open for all Washington K-12 students
OLYMPIA—K-12 students across the state can now participate in the 2024 Student Mock Election presented by the Office of the Secretary of State. The Student Mock Election is a non-partisan, educational event that teaches children to be informed voters. Through the March 12 Presidential Primary, K-12 students in Washington state are welcome to participate by […]
Move to increase air traffic controllers through college programs
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working to accelerate its training and hiring of air traffic controllers through an Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program. “Hiring more air traffic controllers is a priority,” said FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker. “We need more entry points for controller candidates and this enhanced college controller training […]
Two arrested, a third is a person of interest involved in Edmonds home invasion stand-off
EDMONDS—After an hour stand-off with Edmonds Police, two of three suspects involved in a possible vehicle theft who fled into the home of an innocent person, were arrested Saturday evening, and are now facing felony charges. Edmonds Police discovered a stolen vehicle during a routine vehicle check near the 8700 blk of Main Street just […]
Information Session for the Small Business Innovation Assistance Program
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—An information session for the Snohomish County Small Business Innovation Assistance (SBIA) program is taking place this Tuesday, February 13 at Everett Community College. SBIA provides technical assistance services coupled with access to grants to help Snohomish County-based small businesses recover from the effects of the pandemic as well as incentivize new, innovative ideas from start-ups […]
Alderwood Boys & Girls Club seeks help in finding two stolen vans
LYNNWOOD—The Alderwood Boys & Girls Club is seeking the public’s help in finding two of its vans that were stolen sometime between Friday night and Saturday morning, February 10. Now, the community organization whose sole purpose is to provide a safe and supportive space for youth, is left with one working van. No photos of […]
Law enforcement agencies teaming up this Super Bowl weekend
To combat the often-deadly problem of impaired driving, the Washington State Patrol is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies throughout Washington this weekend, Super Bowl cracking down on impaired drivers. “We appreciate everyone’s help ensuring we have a safe Super Bowl weekend,” said WSP District 5 Commander Captain Jason Linn. “If you plan on […]
Golden Retriever is the most popular Dog Breed in Washington, according to new research
The Golden Retriever takes the top spot as the most favored and popular dog breed in both Washington state and United States, a new study finds. Some key facts from the study are below: The study conducted by pet nutrition experts at PetLab analyzed over 200 AKC-recognized dog breeds alongside keywords such as ‘buy’ and […]
WSP seeking prosecution of five protestors who blocked I-5
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Patrol (WSP) has referred charges to the King Couty Prosecutor’s Office for five protestors (3 Males and 2 Females) who played roles in a January 6, 2024, pro-Palestine protest and purposefully block I-5 in downtown Seattle. Charges, including 2nd Degree Criminal Trespass, Failure to Disperse, Disorderly Conduct, and Obstruction have been referred […]
Voter registration bill unanimously passes in House, heads to Senate
OLYMPIA—With a unanimous 97-0 vote on Friday, February 9, the Washington State House of Representatives approved House Bill 1962 to improve the accuracy of voter registration lists, that if signed into law, would take effect on June 1, 2025. The bill now heads to the Senate for further deliberation. Currently, if a county auditor receives […]
