Community Transit unveils its $560 million 2026-2027 biennium budget
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit has released its proposed biennial budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, marking the agency’s first shift to a two-year planning cycle. The plan, presented by Chief Executive Officer Ric Ilgenfritz, focuses on continued service improvements, infrastructure investments, and a transition to in-house operations amid economic uncertainties. The budget aligns with the […]
Scott Harder brings insight of city operations to his Mill Creek City Council bid
MILL CREEK—Scott Harder, Mill Creek City Council Position 3 candidate, knows the City of Mill Creek has its hands full in preparing, and managing, growth over the next decade or so. He is seeking the City Council seat to be a part of that process, bringing his knowledge of city operations and fresh ideas to […]
Lynnwood Police Department addresses concerns over ALPR camera data use
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Police Department on Friday, October 24, issued a statement to clarify and “address potential misconceptions” of its use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology in response to a recent report by the University of Washington Center for Human Rights. The report titled, “Leaving the Door Wide Open: Flock Surveillance Systems and Immigration […]
EASC to host public webinar on Activate Snohomish Community Grant Program
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) the designated small business liaison for the Snohomish Local Organizing Committee, is pleased to announce an upcoming informational webinar to assist businesses and organizations in preparing successful applications for the newly launched Activate Snohomish Community Grant Program. Funded by the Seattle Foundation with support from the Washington State Department of […]
Willis Tucker Park Lights Up for Community Play
SNOHOMISH—Snohomish County is pleased to announce that the Willis Tucker Park Ballfield Lighting Project is now complete, bringing evening play capability and enhanced accessibility to Field 2 at Willis Tucker Park. The project was installed during August and September 2025, and the lights were dedicated on Friday, October 17, 2025, with the Mill Creek Little […]
Washington State Court of Appeals candidate Tam Bui believes ‘justice should be for everyone’
Current Snohomish County District Court Judge Tam Bui – Washington State’s first and only Vietnamese Judge – is seeking a seat in the Court of Appeals, running against opponent Judge Karen Moore to replace the vacancy left by the Honorable Stephen Dwyer. The Court of Appeals role in the judicial system is to review appeals […]
Marysville PD Corporal awarded 2025 40 Under 40
MARYSVILLE—Corporal Aly Babcock of the Marysville Police Department was recently honored as one of the International Association of Chiefs of Police’s 2025 40 Under 40 award recipients, a prestigious global recognition celebrating emerging leaders in law enforcement. Babcock joins a distinguished group recognized for their innovation, integrity and service to their communities. Her career includes […]
POE and partners awarded state honor for historic Weyerhaeuser restoration at Waterfront Place
EVERETT —Efforts to restore one of Everett’s most iconic landmarks — the historic Weyerhaeuser Office Building — has earned statewide recognition. On Sept. 18, the Port of Everett, its partner, NGMA Group, and project manager, The Schuster Group, received the Valerie Sivinski Award for Outstanding Rehabilitation from the Washington State Department of Archaeology & Historic […]
Former Sheriff launches nonprofit to help troubled and directionless youths
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Former Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney, his wife Jill, and Jose Garcia, who owns Team United MMA in Lake Stevens, have partnered up in launching a brand-new nonprofit called the LEAD the Way Program aimed at helping Snohomish County youths develop leadership skills, seek mentorship, or otherwise just keep out of trouble. The nonprofit […]
There’s always next year; Mariners miss shot at first ever World Series appearance
SEATTLE—Things were looking good for Seattle Mariners fans last night until Toronto Bluejays powerhouse George Springer hit a three-run homerun in the seventh inning, a play that Seattle’s baseball team would be unable to bounce back from and secure its first ever World Series appearance. Up until that point the Mariners were up 3-1 after […]
