Nominations for Lynnwood Public Facilities District Board now open

LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council is seeking nominations of persons from interested organizations for Position No. 2 of the Lynnwood Public Facilities District Board of Directors. The Lynnwood Public Facilities District is the governing body that oversees the operation and management of the Lynnwood Event Center and the surrounding thirteen-acre property. The PFD, doing business as […]
Vigilance by concerned resident leads to recovery of stolen firearm

LYNNWOOD—Just days after Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon released a video message reminding residents to stay vigilant, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Deputies apprehend a suspect in a vehicle with a stolen firearm. Around 6:30 this morning, a concerned resident reported a male who was asleep behind the wheel of a black Mercedes at the intersection of 13th […]
Let’s Talk About Internet Safety event for February 28

LYNNWOOD—The community is invited to join local leaders in an open dialogue about internet safety on Wednesday, February 28, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at Lynnwood City Hall located at 19100 44th Ave W, Lynnwood. Join Director Will Cena of Lynnwood’s Information Technology, members of the Lynnwood City Council, detectives from the Lynnwood Police Department, and Lynnwood community members […]
Capital One to acquire Discover Financial Services for $35.3 billion

MCLEAN, Va. and RIVERWOODS, Ill.—Capital One announced on February 19, an agreement to acquire Discover Financial Services, a leader in credit cards and global payments, in an all-stock transaction valued at $35.3 billion. The transaction brings together two companies with long-standing track records of delivering attractive and resilient financial results, award-winning customer experiences, breakthrough innovation, and […]
After public backlash, Democrat lawmakers will hear 3 of 6 citizen initiatives

OLYMPIA—Washington State House and Senate leaders agree to hold joint public hearings on initiatives I- 2113 (police pursuits), I-2111 (state income tax) and I-2081 (parental rights) on February 27 and 28. Exact times will be confirmed later this week and the hearings will be televised live on the TVW website. “The fact Democrats in the legislature have scheduled three hearings […]
Biden announces new executive actions to combat gun violence

WSHINGTON D.C.—The Biden-Harris Administration announced executive actions to promote safe storage of firearms as part of President Joe Biden’s proposal in March 2023 to reduce gun violence. Biden has directed the Department of Education and the Department of Justice to carry out the following executive actions to help further promote safe storage and protect children: […]
Police seeking public assistance in finding missing woman

UPDATE 1:05 PM, February 20, 2024: The Marysville Police has confirmed with the Lynnwood Times that Bonnie Langseth was located in Kirkland, WA by Kirkland PD just before 1 a.m. on February 20. She has been returned her to her care facility. MARYSVILLE—The Marysville Police Department is seeking the public assistance in finding a woman […]
Letter-to-Editor: Climate change and its impacts on local wildlife & ecosystems

Do you know humans are expediting Climate Change? But we can fix it. Climate Change is a change in the earth’s atmosphere due to rising levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. When I think of climate change, polar bears come to my mind. Climate Change is the biggest reason why polar bears are […]
Mukilteo to hold public hearing on amendments to fire and building codes

MUKILTEO—For its Business Meeting at 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 20, the Mukilteo City Council will hold a public hearing on amending its building and fire codes and approving legislative priorities from its annual retreat. The meeting will be held both in-person and can watch the live streaming of Council Meetings at www.mukilteowa.gov, Facebook Live and is […]
Washington State Energy Workgroup to host Washington State Energy Symposium

LACEY—The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office, as part of the Washington State Energy Workgroup, will be hosting The Washington State Energy Symposium on Thursday, February 22, through Saturday, February 24, at the Lacey Campus of South Puget Sound Community College (4220 6th Ave SE Lacey, WA.) The event will run daily from 8:00 a.m. until […]