Walmart stores throughout Washington going bagless in April 2023
OLYMPIA, Wash., March 11, 2023 – Walmart is doing its part to eliminate waste in Washington by removing plastic carryout bags from all stores in the state for checkout and pickup. Beginning Tuesday, April 18, 2023, Walmart stores in Washington will no longer provide plastic bags at checkout or pickup, encouraging customers to use reusable […]
County accepting applications for $1.6M in Arts & Culture Recovery Grants
Snohomish County, Wash., March 11, 2023—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced that the County is accepting applications for its Arts and Culture Recovery Grants. Approximately $1.6 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds are available for arts and culture organizations financially impacted by the pandemic. Interested organizations can learn more and apply for […]
21st Legislative District In-Person Town Hall
Join your 21st Legislative District members for an in-person Town Hall! Reps. Strom Peterson and Lillian Ortiz-Self and Sen. Marko Liias will be at the Edmonds Waterfront Center Banquet Room from 10-Noon on March 18, and we want to hear from you about the issues you care about. Bring your questions about the 2023 session, and we […]
Paine Field seeks public comment on Passenger Facility Charge
EVERETT, Wash., March 8, 2023—Snohomish County intends to file an application with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to impose a Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) to collect funds for improvement projects at Paine Field / Snohomish County Airport, located in Snohomish County, Washington. The application for the PFC is done in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation […]
House passes bill prohibiting sale of assault weapons in Washington
OLYMPIA, Wash., March 9, 2023—The Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 1240, with a 55-42 vote, on Wednesday, March 8, that prohibits the sale, manufacture, and import of assault weapons in Washington state while providing exemption for military and law enforcement agents. The bill now moves to the Senate to take action. “This […]
House passes bill allowing students to earn credits for work outside of school
OLYMPIA, Wash., March 9, 2023—High school students could earn elective credits through paid work experience under a bill that has passed the state House of Representatives 93-4 and is now in the Senate. “Financial education is a priority for young adults and families,” said Rep. Clyde Shavers, D-Oak Harbor, who sponsored the bill. “That means […]
Finland President Sauli Niinistö addresses Washington State Legislature
OLYMPIA, Wash., March 9, 2023—For the first time in history, a foreign head of state has addressed a joint session in the Washington State Legislature. President, Sauli Niinistö, of the Republic of Finland, met with Washington lawmakers March 6 to discuss climate change and their partnership in supporting Ukraine. The visit comes as Finland intends […]
2023 FIRST Robotics Competition holds First District Event in Snohomish
SNOHOMISH, Wash., March 9, 2023—The first event of the 2023 FIRST Robotics Competition season was held at Glacier Peak High School on March 4th through March 5th. After 68 qualifying matches, an alliance of three Snohomish County teams emerged as the District Event Winners. The winning alliance consisted of Team 2910 (Jack in the Bot, […]
Mukilteo citywide Curbside Cleanup scheduled for May 20
MUKILTEO, Wash., March 8, 2023—Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine is pleased to announce that the City of Mukilteo will be hosting the annual citywide curbside cleanup event on Saturday, May 20th, 2023, in coordination with Waste Management. This event is open to regular residential customers with cart service or cart-based service (not commercial or multi-family residences) […]
New Chick-fil-A to Open in Lynnwood on March 9
LYNNWOOD, Wash. (March 8, 2023) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving the Lynnwood community starting on Thursday, March 9. Chick-fil-A, Inc. has selected Josiah Ober as the independent franchised Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Hwy 99 & 196th. Located at 19615 Highway 99, Chick-fil-A Hwy 99 & 196th will be open for drive-thru, dine-in and […]
