County Seeking Applicants for Affordable Housing & Emergency Bridge and Shelter Housing Projects
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County is encouraging nonprofit organizations, for-profit developers, and government agencies to submit applications to develop affordable rental housing, homeownership development projects, emergency bridge or shelter housing projects, and homebuyer downpayment assistance and sweat equity projects. An estimated $1,054,917 in federal funds under the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) may be available for the […]
New Dig Law takes effect July 27, increases penalties for pipeline violations
LACEY—Starting July 27, 2025, Washington’s revised dig law (RCW 19.122) will introduce stricter regulations and higher penalties to enhance safe excavation practices and protect underground utilities. The changes, unanimously passed by the state Legislature and signed by Governor Bob Ferguson, aim to prevent pipeline damage and ensure safer digging for utilities, contractors, and homeowners. “These […]
DNI Gabbard releases new evidence alleging Obama admin conspiracy in ‘coup’ against Trump
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Tulsi Gabbard, serving as the eighth Director of National Intelligence under President Donald J. Trump, on Friday, July 18, released evidence alleging that a secret 2016 White House meeting under former President Barack Obama directed intelligence agencies to fabricate claims of Russian election interference. Gabbard called the actions by 25 Obama administration officials, including […]
Kicking Gas unveils ‘Gnome Sweet Gnome’ video on the hidden dangers of gas stoves
The Kicking Gas Campaign has launched “Gnome Sweet Gnome,” a video aimed at illustrating the connections between household gas appliances, public health concerns, and climate impacts, while providing free educational tools and encouraging community engagement to promote safer alternatives. The campaign describes the video as “short” and “playful,” noting that it addresses how “burning gas […]
Garbage collection in Snohomish County suspended as strikes continue
LYNNWOOD—As Teamsters union workers continue to strike against Republic Services waste disposal, trash collection services have been suspended in portions of King and Snohomish Counties leading to buildups in waste in some cities. Over 2,000 Republic Teamsters have joined the strike since July 1 demanding higher wages, improved healthcare, and other benefits. “[We’re fighting for] […]
Mukilteo mayoral candidate holds campaign kickoff at Lighthouse Park
MUKILTEO—Current Mukilteo Councilman and Mayoral candidate, Steve Schmalz held his campaign kickoff event Tuesday, July 15, at the Mukilteo Lighthouse Park. Approximately 45 people attended the kickoff event to enjoy a BBQ and show their support. Schmalz told the Lynnwood Times, he plans to “hit the ground running,” and start door-knocking for his campaign. Schmalz […]
Port of Everett Marks 28th Consecutive Year of Clean Financial Audits
EVERETT—The Port of Everett announced that the Washington State Auditor’s Office has presented another clean audit report of Port operations, marking 28 consecutive years of financial audits with no findings. “What an accomplishment, to come up clean with every penny and nickel accounted for and no findings for the 28th year in a row,” Port Commission […]
Everett’s Intermodal Yard awarded $2 million to improve waste management
EVERETT– The Snohomish County Public Works Department was awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for its Everett Intermodal Yard Curve Improvement project – a $34 million project designed to improve rail capacity and safety while bringing much-needed improvements to the county’s solid waste management system. The dollars come from […]
UW engineering students develop smart technology solution to improve ballot collection for Snohomish County
EVERETT – A team of University of Washington students from the Industrial and Systems Engineering Department has developed a comprehensive technology solution to help Snohomish County improve its ballot collection process, demonstrating how academic partnerships can drive real-world innovation in election administration. The six-student capstone team created an integrated system called “Collect. Calculate. Dispatch.” that […]
US Senate cancels $9 billion in previously approved funding from NPR, PBS, foreign aid programs
WASHINGTON — The United States Senate agreed to legislation early Thursday, July 17, that will cancel $9 billion in previously approved funding for public broadcasting and various foreign aid accounts in another victory for the Trump administration. “Tonight, Senate Republicans pulled the plug on more than 1,500 public radio and TV stations across America – silencing […]
