Anuhea to perform live at Angel of the Winds Casino Resort on June 5
ARLINGTON—Get ready for island vibes in the Pacific Northwest—because paradise is closer than you think. Angel of the Winds Casino Resort is thrilled to welcome Anuhea live Friday, June 5, 2026, in the Rivers Run Event Center. Known for her smooth fusion of reggae, pop, and R&B, Anuheake’alaokalokelani—better known as Anuhea—brings the sound of Hawaiʻi straight to Arlington for […]
AANHPI Community Corner: Hate crimes are rising in Washington, building trust must be part of the response
Washington state has long been known for its diversity and opportunity. But recent data shows a trend that calls for continued attention and thoughtful action. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, hate crimes have increased nationwide in recent years, with anti-Asian incidents remaining a concern. In Washington, data from the Washington State Office of […]
Get you Tickets: EASC Annual Meeting, Economic Forecast, and Snohomish County Awards, April 14
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is pleased to announce the EASC Annual Meeting & Snohomish County Awards will take place on April 14, 2026, at the Tulalip Resort Casino. The event highlights EASC’s accomplishments over the past year, showcasing initiatives that support startups, connect businesses to government contracting opportunities, strengthen workforce development, and foster […]
As Washington gets an income tax, the fight to overturn it begins
[OLYMPIA | JERRY CORNFIELD]—Come Monday, Washington is expected to have a state income tax on the books for the first time in nearly a century. Then what? A legal challenge certainly, maybe two. A ballot battle as well, its timing less certain. Opponents of the much-debated 9.9% tax on households with incomes above $1 million a […]
Francisco Torres to leads jazz workshops for local high schools
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE — Acclaimed jazz trombonist and educator Francisco Torres will lead workshops next week at three local area high schools whose bands are preparing to compete for the first time together in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s prestigious Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition & Festival. Torres will hold a clinic Monday, March 30, […]
Community Transit announces ‘Design Together, Discover Together’ youth art contest winners
EVERETT—Community Transit revealed the winners of its ‘Design Together, Discover Together’ youth art contest Thursday, March 26. The winners (ages 5-18) were awarded a gift card and will have their artwork displayed on Community Transit buses throughout the county. The theme of the contest was what “Riding Transit with Friends” means to you. The contest […]
RISNW delivers 150 meals to refugees and immigrants ahead of Easter
EVERETT—Refugee and Immigrant Services Northwest (RISNW) teamed up with Lynnwood Food Bank Friday, March 27, to distribute 150 free meals to refugee and immigrant families, ahead of Easter, at the end of Ramadan, and amid ICE crackdowns where many immigrants are fearful to leave their homes. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., outside the Rainier Hall at […]
Edmonds College to host open house for high-demand Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Engineering Technology program
LYNNWOOD – Edmonds College invites the community, prospective students, and working professionals to explore the future of the regional workforce at the Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Engineering Technology (AMMET) Open House on April 11, from 2-5 p.m. at Monroe Hall. As the aerospace and automation industries continue to expand in Snohomish County, Edmonds College’s Bachelor […]
Will Chen Announces Kickoff Event for 32nd Legislative District Race
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE — Edmonds City Councilmember Will Chen will officially launch his campaign for State House in Washington’s 32nd Legislative District with a public kickoff event on Saturday, April 11, at Lake Ballinger Community Center. The event will bring together community members, local leaders, and supporters for an opportunity to meet Chen, hear his vision […]
Nate’s Corner: Stronger Public Notice Required Before Tax Increases
We often hear about the importance of transparency in government, but in practice it requires intentional effort by policymakers to ensure constituents are aware of proposals that may affect them. Earlier this month, my colleagues and I took a small but meaningful step forward to improve public awareness when the Council considered and then approved […]
