Governor’s Mansion tours offer rare glimpse of unique library collection
For National Library Month, April’s tours of the Governor’s Mansion will be devoted to revealing elements of the library’s collection, curated over the years by the 17 governors who’ve called the Mansion home. Members of the public can view the For National Library Month, April’s tours of the Governor’s Mansion are devoted to revealing elements […]
Jackson High School’s Future Leaders Academy recognized by the Washington Senate
OLYMPIA—Nearly 50 high school seniors from Henry M Jackson High School in South Everett traveled to the Washington State Capitol on Thursday, March 27, as part of the inaugural cohort of the Future Leaders Academy, a flagship program of the nonprofit Building Bridges Project, launched in partnership with the Everett School District and Jackson High […]
Mayor Franklin reaffirms her vision for a thriving, safe, and business-friendly Everett
EVERETT—Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin emphasized public safety, economic investment, housing, and education at her eighth State of the City address held on Thursday evening, March 27, at Everett Apex. “My vision for our city is bold, ambitious, and clear: we are building the best city in America to run a business, raise a family, pursue […]
At RAW Aesthetics and Wellness Med Spa, mental health starts within
LYNNWOOD—At Lynnwood-based RAW Aesthetics and Wellness Med Spa, Dr. Bridgette Jeffries believes that mental health begins with looking and feeling your best. That’s why she expanded her mental health practice earlier this year to offer aesthetics and wellness to clients seeking a confidence boost in conjunction with their personal journeys. Dr. Jeffries has been practicing […]
New Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine looks to the future
On Thursday, March 27, the Sound Transit Board of Directors voted 15-0 to confirm board member and longtime King County Executive Dow Constantine as the new CEO of Sound Transit. “Dow, you just got hired!” shouted transit advocate Joe Kunzler, fist-bumping Constantine as he strode through Union Station’s Ruth Fisher Board Room to accept his […]
Seattle Opera to perform free at Marysville Opera House this April
MARYSVILLE—The Seattle Opera will be performing Earth to Kenzie at the Marysville Opera House this April 6, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., bringing the community together for what’s expected to be an unforgettable afternoon of music and culture. The special event is free to the public, making it accessible for all residents and visitors, […]
White couple, who enslaved adopted Black children, sentenced to hundreds of years in prison
KANAWHA COUNTY, W. Va—A White couple originally from Washington State, Donald Ray Lantz, 63, and his partner Jeanne Kay Whitefeather, 62, were found guilty of abusing their five adopted Black children and using them for forced labor on their farm in Sissonville, West Virginia on Wednesday, March 26. Whitefeather was sentenced to a maximum 215 […]
WA State Senate adopts new rule restricting press in chamber to ‘maintain decorum’
OLYMPIA—In a voice-only vote, the Washington State Senate on Wednesday, March 27, overwhelmingly adopted a rule within its last four weeks of the Legislative Session to restrict members of the press from “the wings” and adjacent areas of the of the Senate unless accompanied by a sitting senator or senator’s staff member. The members of […]
Second District Students invited to participate in 2025 Congressional Art Competition
EVERETT—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) is inviting high school-aged students who live in Washington’s Second Congressional District to showcase their artistic talents in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. All art entries must be original in concept, design and execution. Art submissions and forms are due to Larsen’s office no later than Monday, April 14, at 5:00 p.m. PT. […]
Secretary of State Steve Hobbs’ statement to Presidential executive order on elections
OLYMPIA—Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs issued the following statement on the recent Presidential Executive Order pertaining to elections, announced March 25, 2025. Steve Hobbs statement on executive order titled, “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections” “Washington’s elections are secure, transparent, and built on the work of experienced state and local officials who […]
