A Crisis of Leadership in Washington’s GOP: Missteps, Mismanagement, and Missed Opportunities
Election season is the one time during a two-year cycle when the legislative caucuses (House and Senate) and the State and County Party align with a singular purpose: to get Republicans elected. Period. Full stop. For the rest of the cycle, legislative caucuses focus on representing constituents in the legislature, while the State and County […]
Washington Supreme Court Justices elect Debra Stephens as next Chief Justice
OLYMPIA—Justice Debra L Stephens will serve as the 59th chief justice of the Washington Supreme Court, following a vote of her colleagues on the Washington Supreme Court on Wednesday, November 6. Stephens will be sworn into the position in January, succeeding current Chief Justice Steven C. González. Since 1996, the internal vote for the position […]
I-5 protest sheds light on Ethiopian crisis
Political demonstrators near Seattle slowed I-5 traffic November 7 protesting the leadership of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. A convoy of over 50 vehicles waved Ethiopian flags as they slow-rolled along the right two lanes of the I-5 heading to Olympia. “They did seem quite friendly,” KIRO reporter James Lynch said at the scene. “They […]
Pedersen elected new WA State Senate Majority Leader
TUKWILA—Senator Jamie Pedersen (D-Seattle) will be the new Senate Majority Leader in the Washington State Senate, following a vote among Senate Democrats on Monday, November 11. Pedersen will take over immediately as Sen. Andy Billig (D-Spokane) prepares to retire after 14 years of service in the Legislature, including six years (2018-2024) as leader of the […]
Gesa Credit Union awards $475,000 to 44 Local Hero Organizations
LYNNWOOD—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Local Heroes Grant Program, which provides funds to organizations supporting local heroes within the community. This year, Gesa awarded more than $475,000 in grants to 44 organizations across the Pacific Northwest, marking its largest donation year yet. The top awarded organizations […]
Easy, low-cost, on-demand travel option from Community Transit to begin in North County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Residents in Arlington, Darrington, and Lake Stevens will soon get to try out Zip Shuttle, Community Transit’s latest pilot project. Zip-branded vehicles will start road-testing early in December with a target launch date set for later in the month. The flexible, on-demand rideshare service allows anyone to book a ride within a specified zone […]
Community Transit Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit makes changes to hours of service on Thanksgiving Day and the day after. Thursday, Nov. 28 (Thanksgiving Day) Friday, Nov. 29 Check bus schedules at communitytransit.org/schedules, or use Plan My Trip. Community Transit provides bus and paratransit service, vanpool, and innovative transit options in Snohomish County. The agency is expanding the Swift […]
Westgate Chapel to hold 30th annual free community Thanksgiving dinner
EDMONDS—The Westgate Chapel Church, located at 22901 Edmonds Way, will be holding its 30th annual free Community Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, November 28, serving traditional Thanksgiving dinner for anybody and everybody living in Snohomish or North King County. The dinner will be served in three separate time slots: 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m., on […]
Port of Everett Commission adopts $73.2 Million 2025 Budget
EVERETT—The Port of Everett Commission has adopted a $73.2 million 2025 operating and capital budget that continues to implement the Port’s Strategic Plan and overall vision of a vibrant and balanced working waterfront. The Port’s 2025 budget and financing plan considers anticipated financial implications resulting from current economic factors, including interest rates and trade markets. It also […]
Mukilteo may soon become bigger and better, annexation vote December
MUKILTEO—The Mukilteo City Council will hold a Public Hearing to annex a portion of land between the Mukilteo Speedway and the Paine Field Airport north of Bevely Park Road as well as six parcels south of Beverly Park Rd. Most recent interlocal annexation agreements in Snohomish County have been that of the Town of Woodway […]
