Victory for religious healthcare and insurance groups regarding gender-transition procedures
The Biden Administration has declined to pursue its appeal to the United State Supreme Court in an 8th Circuit Court of Appeals unanimous ruling on December 8, 2022, that blocked a transgender mandate the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) forcing doctors and hospitals to perform gender-transition procedures on their patients. In May […]
Extracurricular activities safe for now amid Mukilteo school budget shortfalls
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 22, 2023—In light of the Mukilteo School District’s $24 million budget shortfall next year, some Kamiak students have expressed concerns how this would affect teacher and staff attrition as well as the availability of funds for extracurricular activities. While Kamiak’s allotted portion of the $24 million reduction is yet to be determined, […]
Titanic claims five more souls 111 years after it sinks
CAPE COD, Mass., June 22, 2023—Nearly 111 years after the infamous sinking of the RMS Titanic claimed the lives of over 1,500 people, five more passengers aboard an OceanGate submersible on course to tour the wreck are believed to be dead after debris was found 1,600 feet from the Titanic’s bow Thursday afternoon. The debris […]
Three hikers rescued from Three Fingers Mountain by Search and Rescue
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 22, 2023—After a 32-hour multi-agency operation led by the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office’s Search and Rescue (SAR) team, three distressed hikers were rescued from Three Fingers Mountain in the Mountain Loop Area of the Cascade Range. The nearest town to the rescue is Granite Falls, Washington. On June 17 around 9:30 […]
Kamiak TSA team wins 2nd place at state competition
MUKILTEO, Wash., June 22, 2023—Kamiak High School’s Technology Student Association (TSA) recognized at the organization’s State Conference that was held from March 22-24, at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel in SeaTac. “Many members have participated in TSA state competitions annually,” shared Mary Kim, president of the Club. “An example of excellent work is the Audio […]
Executive Somers announces $6.5 million investment in youth mental health and wellness
Snohomish County, Wash., June 22, 2023 – Executive Dave Somers on Wednesday announced a $6.5 million investment to expand mental health services for young people. This includes increasing the number of qualified mental health professionals, developing community-driven programs, and addressing challenges faced by disproportionately impacted populations. This funding comes from the County’s federal American Rescue Plan […]
Former Intel Committee Chair censured by House of Representatives
Washington, D.C., June 21, 2023—With a vote of 213 to 209, along party lines, the Republican-led House today formally censured Representative Adam Schiff (CA-30) for allegedly misleading the American people that former President Donald J Trump and his campaign colluded with Russia, abusing his privileged access to classified information, and publicly misrepresenting a false retelling […]
Mattie Jones winner of Second District 2023 Congressional Art Competition
OAK HARBOR, Wash., June 21, 2023—Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced Mattie Jones, a rising junior at Oak Harbor High School, as the Second District winner of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition with her piece, “Lost in Creativity.” “The Congressional Art Competition continues to be an opportunity to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the Second […]
Boeing announces $55 billion in new airplane orders at Paris Air Show
LE BOURGET, France, June 21, 2023—Within the first three days of the Paris Air Show, Boeing has finalized its largest order in South Asia with Air India for $45.9 billion and announced additional orders with Air China, Avolon Air, Akasa Air, Air Algérie, Air Lease Corporation, and Luxair. First held in 1909, the Paris Air […]
Bainbridge Island Senator resigns to serve as Kitsap Commissioner
OLYMPIA, Wash., June 21, 2023 — After 16 years of service in the Washington State Legislature, Senator Christine Rolfes (D-Bainbridge Island) officially announced yesterday she is stepping down from the Washington State Senate after submitting a resignation letter to Governor Jay Inslee. Her resignation from the Senate is effective Tuesday, Aug. 15. Rolfes’ announcement comes […]
