Lynnwood Link extension named most outstanding construction project of 2024

The Associated General Contractors of America at its annual convention in Columbus, Ohio, over the weekend, named the Lynnwood Link Extension L300 the most outstanding construction project of 2024 in its prestigious Baldwin Group Build America Awards, considered the “Oscars of the Construction Industry.” The project’s general contractor, Skanska, received the coveted award and also won […]
AG Brown takes on Trump: WA’s five main federal lawsuits

Attorney General Nick Brown has had his hands full since January. Since his term as Washington state’s top prosecutor coincides with the second Donald J Trump administration, Brown has been tasked with a balancing act —handling local legal affairs while simultaneously battling the federal government on several fronts. A source of advice for Brown may be […]
Mountlake Terrace High robotics team heads to world championships

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE—The Mountlake Terrace High School FIRST Robotics Competition team 1778 (Chill Out), composed of students from across the Edmonds School District, has qualified for the third year in a row to compete in the FIRST Championships this year from April 16-19 in Houston, TX. Through relentless dedication, innovation, and teamwork, Chill Out will take […]
Trump resistance groups take to the streets with events planned across Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—A plethora of anti-Trump resistance groups are rising across the country with many upcoming events planned across Snohomish County. On Saturday, April 5, millions of people attended the, more than, 1,600 Hands Off demonstrations across all 50 states, congregating at government buildings and parks with three demands: “an end to the billionaire takeover and […]
Everett City Council approves Drone First Responder Program

EVERETT—Everett becomes the first city in Snohomish County and the second following Redmond in Washington state, to launch a Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program reducing response times on by up to 63 percent—to just under 90 seconds! The council voted 5-1, with Councilwoman Liz Vogeli dissenting, to officially approve the pilot program in partnership with […]
How one child’s compassion led to a groundbreaking scientific breakthrough

SNOHOMISH—Boston Divito, Little Cedars Elementary School student, saw a troubling sight on the playground back in December; a few of his classmates were abusing a Garter Snake who had emerged from hibernation to bask. The students were stomping on the snake, severely injuring the reptile when Boston intervened – standing up to the bullies, informing […]
Interstate All Battery Center® of Everett to host 7th Annual Earth Day Recycling Event

EVERETT—Interstate All Battery Center® of Everett will host its 7th Annual Earth Day Recycling Event on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. After welcoming more than 2,400 cars last year, the free event helped members of the community recycle over 162,000 pounds of hard-to-dispose of items from scrap metal and batteries to […]
10% cap on rent passes WA Senate, House to vote

A cap on annual residential rent increases in Washington state is closer than ever to becoming law. But major changes made in the Senate on Thursday have set up a clash with their Democratic colleagues in the House as the legislative session heads into its final two weeks. Before passing House Bill 1217 on Thursday, Democrats in […]
Snohomish County STI Clinic Marks First Full Year with Major Milestones

Snohomish County, WA — In its first full year of operation, the Snohomish County Health Department’s STI (sexually transmitted infection) Clinic has delivered essential, life-changing care to over a thousand residents, playing a crucial role in early disease detection, treatment, and prevention while advancing health equity and reducing barriers to care. “The outstanding first-year success of […]
YMCA of Snohomish County 2025 Community Campaign raises $1.52 million

EVERETT—The YMCA of Snohomish County is proud to announce the success of its 2025 Community Campaign, which raised over $1.52 million through dedicated volunteer-led efforts. As the Y’s largest annual fundraising initiative, Community Campaign mobilizes volunteers, staff, and community partners to champion the mission of ensuring equitable access to YMCA programs, memberships, and services for […]