Larsen and Ilgenfritz ride on Community Transit’s first ever all-electric bus
EVERETT, Wash., July 14, 2023—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Community Transit CEO, Ric Ilgenfritz, shared a ride on Community Transit’s first-ever all-electric bus Thursday, July 6, in the transportation authority’s transition toward a zero-emission fleet. “I think we have a real opportunity because we also understand electricity up here, but we also understand that electricity […]
Biden authorizes the deployment of an additional 3,000 troops to Europe
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 14, 2023—Through an executive order, President Joe Biden on Thursday, July 13, authorize the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to mobilize 3,000 reserve troops for Operation Atlantic Resolve to increase support the United States European Command. “I hereby determine that it is necessary to augment the active Armed […]
Port of Everett turns 105, and looks forward to the next 100 years
EVERETT, Wash., July 13, 2023—The Port of Everett was formed on July 13, 1918, by a landslide vote of the citizens of Everett. Since then, the waterfront has evolved from a once-booming mill town and industrial haven to a thriving and recreational waterfront. To celebrate the Port’s 105th birthday, it is kicking off its annual […]
Whitehorse Campground with equestrian campsites now open
DARRINGTON, Wash., July 13, 2023 – The Whitehorse Campground near Darrington is officially open after completing Phases 1 and 2 of construction. This is Snohomish County’s first campground with equestrian campsites. Phase 2 added 12 non-utility campsites, an ADA-shower-equipped restroom building, and native plantings around the campground. Reservations are now open. The campground is located […]
Lynnwood Alano Club recovery center forced to relocate when needed most
LYNNWOOD, Was., July 13, 2023—For 26 years the Lynnwood Alano Club has offered a safe space for those recovering from drug and alcohol addiction but now they’re being forced to move in a time the city needs their services the most. Glen Cunningham, President of the Lynnwood Alano Club, informed the Lynnwood Times he was […]
The District accuses fellow board member of planning spa protest
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 12, 2023—In a shocking decision, the Lynnwood Public Facilities District (otherwise known as The District) unanimously approved a vote of no confidence, Tuesday morning, of its newest, and only Asian American member, Vivian Dong, for her support of Olympus Spa — a District business currently entangled in a legal battle regarding a […]
Brian Smith, VOA CEO, prioritizes housing, mental health, and child care
EVERETT, Wash., July 12, 2023—Brian Smith, President and CEO of Volunteers of America (VOA), was appointed to his position last May and has been met with multiple successes since. From distributing over $100 million in relief funds to introducing the 988 suicide prevention line, Smith is off to a good start. The 988-line, Smith said, […]
Arlington Fourth of July brings out the red, white and blue in festival-goers
ARLINGTON, Wash., July 10, 2023—Thousands of people turned out for the Arlington Hometown Celebration at Legion and Haller parks to exercise their right for freedom to celebrate the annual Fourth of July festival. From pancakes and parades to the Great Stilly Duck Dash and a dazzling fireworks show, there were plenty of events and attractions […]
Lynnwood Councilman tells PDC he doesn’t know how to write checks to pay fines
OLYMPIA, Wash., July 9, 2023—During a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding on Thursday, July 6, with the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (PDC), Lynnwood Councilman Josh Binda was found in violation of failing to file his Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) timely and fined $300 that will be suspended with the condition that he pays $1,250 (and […]
Judge Jennifer Langbehn endorses Moriarty for Snohomish County Superior Court judge
I write to encourage Snohomish County voters to Retain Judge Moriarty. I am one of Judge Moriarty’s current benchmates, and practiced law with him for 13 years so I have seen his commitment to this County firsthand. Judge Moriarty was an excellent role model, requiring associates and staff to treat everyone with respect, and hold […]
