Kurt Hilt selected as Lake Stevens mayor following Gailey resignation
LAKE STEVENS — The Lake Stevens City Council voted 6-0 on June 10 to appoint Kurt Hilt as the city’s new mayor during a special meeting. “Together, we will work towards creating a vibrant, inclusive community prioritizing sustainable growth, public safety, stabilizing city finances, and enhancing services for all residents. I look forward to collaborating […]
Summer Work Underway to Improve Reliability for PUD Customers
EVERETT—Preventative maintenance and electric system improvements will keep Snohomish County PUD crews busy this summer as they work to maintain strong, year-round reliability for customers, especially during storm season. These efforts also help meet growing demand driven by electrification of transportation, increased use of electric heat in new homes, and continued population growth. Projects include: To further strengthen […]
Arlington police officer arrested on child porn charges is now fired
ARLINGTON—The City of Arlington has terminated the employment of Police Officer Dustin Bartlett, effective June 11, 2026, following an internal investigation into violations of department policy. “This Officer was previously arrested by the Island County Sheriff’s Office on May 18, 2026, for investigation of possession of depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct. He […]
Snohomish County is first in WA to end ‘Housing First’ funding preference; fentanyl exposure to children now lands you jail time
EVERETT — The Snohomish County Council on June 10 approved two ordinances aimed at expanding treatment-focused approaches to addiction and housing while protecting children from fentanyl exposure, but postponed a third measure that would have carved out dedicated funding for behavioral health facilities. “These ordinances represent a step in the right direction for our fight […]
Fire fighters respond to hazmat incident in Mukilteo, one injured
MUKILTEO—Mukilteo Fire, Everett Fire, South County Fire, and Mukilteo Police shortly before 3 p.m., June 10, responded to a hazardous material incident at Combined Construction located at 3701 South Rd. One subject with non-life-threatening burns to body was transported to a nearby hospital. The chemical involved in the spill has yet to be disclosed. Crews […]
From the showroom to the skies: Tyler Ekse caps off educational journey with elite NATO pilot slot
LYNNWOOD — When Tyler Ekse delivers the keynote speech to 500 Edmonds College graduates and their families at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett on June 18, it will mark a seminal moment for Ekse—and a far cry from where he was less than four years ago. Three years ago, Ekse was standing on […]
Edmonds Bookshop’s June Kids’ Book Group will meet on June 28th
EDMONDS—Children aged 8-12 are welcome to participate in Edmonds Bookshop’s monthly ‘book club’ just for them! There will be fun activities to help participants engage in the fun of sharing books. This month, instead of one book there is a theme: Animals as main characters. Young readers may choose any book that has an animal […]
WA delegation returns from Japan Trade Mission with focus on investment and innovation
JAPAN — Washington State Secretary of State Steve Hobbs says a recent trade mission to Japan helped strengthen the state’s longstanding economic relationship with the country while opening new opportunities in industries ranging from aerospace and technology to gaming, agriculture and professional sports. The trade relationship between Washington and Japan is worth $11 billion and […]
$70 Billion ‘Secure America Act’ that funds ICE and CBP passes Congress, heads to Trump for signature
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congress gave final approval Tuesday, June 9, to the $70 billion “Secure America Act,” that funds Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol for the next three years, handing President Donald J Trump a major win on his America First immigration enforcement agenda. The Senate passed the measure early June 5 […]
Lynnwood CC holds public hearing on Comp Plan amendments and discusses EDIF
LYNNWOOD— The Lynnwood City Council held a public hearing on its 2026 Comprehensive Plan Amendment List (PAL) and was briefed on its Economic Development Infrastructure Fund (EDIF) at its Business Meeting on Monday, June 8. Economic Development Infrastructure Fund (EDIF) Public Works Director Jared Bond and Development and Business Services Director Ben Wolters led a […]
