May 24, 2025 8:55 pm

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Webinar for federal workers to learn about Washington benefits

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OLYMPIA—The Employment Security Department, along with state and local partners, continues its webinar series for federal workers who work and live in Washington state. The next webinar is Thursday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to noon. More than 120 participants from 13 different federal agencies attended webinars in March and April. Nearly 50 are already […]

Federal grant reinstated for Imagine Children’s Museum

Imagine Children’s Museum

EVERETT—Imagine Children’s Museum was notified that a $250,000 grant, terminated without explanation in April, has been officially reinstated by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), following a federal court order. On Wednesday, May 21, Imagine Children’s Museum received a notice from IMLS Acting Director Keith Sonderling stating that, in accordance with the U.S. […]

George Hurst pledges a return to fiscal stability at mayoral campaign kickoff

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LYNNWOOD—Current Lynnwood City Council member, and Lynnwood Mayoral candidate, George Hurst, held his official campaign kickoff event at the Hilton Garden Inn on Thursday, May 22. Hurst has served on the Lynnwood City Council since 2015, serving as its President three times. He has lived in the City of Lynnwood for 32 years with his […]

WA still leads nation in retail theft but Organized Task Force here to stay, for now

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On Tuesday, May 20, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed the State’s $78 billion budget with a slew of cuts to account for the $16 billion shortfall. In that budget, however, funding is still planned to continue supporting Organized Retail Theft fighting efforts.  The budget utilizes a $1 million proviso that will continue to support the […]

Borrow a life jacket for free at Martha Lake and Lake Ballinger

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LYNNWOOD—Life jacket loaner stations open on Friday, May 23, at Martha Lake County Park and Lake Ballinger Waterfront Park.  These self-serve stations are stocked with life jackets for children and adults to use for free during park visits. “The aim is to increase life jacket use, raise awareness about water safety and prevent drowning,” explained […]

Elite cyclists set to return for Everett Performance Omnium

Everett Performance Omnium

EVERETT—The Everett Performance Omnium, a premier multi-day criterium omnium, is set to return to the streets of Everett, Washington, bringing together the region’s strongest racers—and inviting national-level athletes to join the action. Taking place on July 12th & 13th, 2025, this high-stakes competition will showcase elite speed, technical skill, and strategic racing in a spectator-friendly […]

Snohomish County 911 moves into new state-of-the-art facility

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EVERETT—Snohomish County 911 (SNO911) is proud to announce the successful transition of its operations into a brand-new, purpose-built facility—marking a major milestone in public safety for Snohomish County. This $67.5 million project has been three years in the making and now stands as a symbol of resilience, innovation, and community investment. The newly renovated facility, […]

City of Lynnwood to host small business workshop with marketing focus

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On June 10th from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Lynnwood Library, the City will hold a Small Business Marketing Studio with leading business development coaches from Business Impact NW, Ventures Non-Profit, and the Small Business Development Center. Businesses and Entrepreneurs will learn how to customize their marketing strategy to fit their goals and values. They will also […]

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