New fire engine going into service July 21 at Lynnwood Civic Center Fire Station
LYNNWOOD—The public is invited to join firefighters in welcoming South County Fire’s newest fire engine to service with a traditional push-in ceremony Monday, July 21, 9:30 a.m. at Lynnwood Civic Center Fire Station, 18800 44th Ave W, Lynnwood. Everyone attending the ceremony will help “push” the new engine into the firehouse. This custom dates back […]
League of Women Voters of Snohomish County announces new President
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Lisa Utter became the President of the League of Women Voters of Snohomish County at the start of the League’s calendar year on July 1 after briefly serving as president-elect. Utter was nominated and approved by the board of directors on June 24 to fill the vacant role of president-elect left by Adrienne Fraley, […]
Washington joins 24-state lawsuit to dispense billions in education funding
SEATTLE—Attorney General Nick Brown announced that his office has joined 24-state lawsuit against the United States Department of Education and the Office of Management and Budget for withholding $7 billion in non-competitive formula grants used for funding for various after-school, summer and English learner programs. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction estimates that […]
Seattle businessman convicted of $4.7 million tax evasion scheme
SEATTLE—On Friday, July 11, a federal jury convicted Steven Loo, 68, a Seattle man, for tax evasion and filing false tax returns to hide income from his commercial real estate business. Court documents and trial evidence revealed that Loo controlled eight companies owning commercial properties, managed by independent property management firms, according to the Department […]
Evergreen Goodwill Saddles Up for a Sustainable Rodeo Season
SEATTLE—With rodeo season in full swing, Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is your destination for affordable, eco-friendly Western-inspired outfits. From the Kitsap County Fair & Rodeo (August 21–25) to the Evergreen State Fair (August 31–September 1) and other nearby events, rodeo wear is in high demand. Thanks to stars like Beyoncé and Bella Hadid, Cowboy […]
Leadership Snohomish County announced new executive leadership team
EVERETT— Leadership Snohomish County (LSC), a leading organization in leadership development, is excited to announce a new era of growth with the appointment of Adrianne Wagner as Acting CEO and Kathy Solberg as Chief Strategic Officer. These appointments signal a dynamic return of two esteemed leaders to guide LSC’s mission forward. Wagner and Solberg, both […]
Everybody needs a stretch, and nobody knows stretching like Lynnwood’s Stretch Lab
LYNNWOOD—At newly opened Stretch Lab Lynnwood, anybody can benefit from the benefits of stretching from increased flexibility and range of motion, improved posture, enhanced circulation, stress reduction, injury prevention, and more. Stretch Lab Lynnwood offers a variety of services for anyone and everyone, not just for athletes, elderly, or those seeking physical therapy (though those […]
Youth beach cleanup inspires the next generation of environmental stewards
STANWOOD—On Saturday, July 12, Kayak Point Park in Stanwood became a hub of environmental action as over 70 youth and volunteers gathered for a Youth Beach Cleanup, that removed 151.47 pounds of trash. The hands-on event, a collaborative effort between Snohomish County Council President Nate Nehring’s Office and WSU Beach Watchers, aimed to educate and […]
Island County ballot observer convicted of felony after refusing to wear a mask
ISLAND COUNTY—A jury found Tim Hazelo, a Republican ballot observer in Island County, guilty of unauthorized access to a voting center (felony) and criminal trespass (gross misdemeanor) during a jury trial Thursday, July 10, stemming from an incident where he refused to wear a mask, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, during the ballot counting […]
Did Snohomish County Legislators Represent You—or Special Interests?
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Future 42, a conservative-leaning, free-market, lower taxes, limited government, and traditional values advocacy group, released its first-of-its-kind, comprehensive scorecard highlighting key votes taken by legislators representing areas of Snohomish County during the 2025 legislative session. The 2025 legislative session included debate and action on several key bills which will affect the daily lives of Snohomish […]
