Sen. Lovick and Rep. Berg discuss new law enforcement bills with Mill Creek City Council
MILL CREEK, Wash., April 14, 2022 ̶ Mill Creek City Council discussed new law enforcement bills signed by Gov. Inslee this 2022 legislative session, and the status of city’s Complete Streets Pedestrian Improvement Project at their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 12, . City recognizes Planning Manager Tom Roger’s 30 years with Mill Creek The […]
Elon Musk in a $43 Billion hostile takeover of Twitter
Today, Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, in a tweet disclosed a Securities and Exchange Commission filing to amend the original purchase of 9.1% (or 73,115,038 shares) of Twitter stock to now include 100% of stock (over 800 million shares) in the company. This is nothing less than a classic hostile takeover of Twitter by […]
Delta Dental expands dental health ASL program
The Tooth Fairy Experience is expanding its American Sign Language (ASL) program in which the program’s first male Tooth Fairy – who is a certified American Sign Language interpreter and licensed occupational therapist – presents to students. Launching this April, ASL presentations will be available across the state. April 15th marks National American Sign Language Day […]
Op-Ed: Our government officials too often lack sincerity
Many of our elected officials pay lip service decrying “gun violence” and either pledge to do something about it or blame another branch of government. Every session in Olympia the legislature trots out another round of gun control measures aimed at reducing “gun violence.” Have you noticed a marked reduction in violent crime, including crimes […]
County passes resolution honoring the legacy of Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 13, 2022 – During its Administrative Session on Monday, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed (5-0) Resolution 22-015 honoring the life and service of Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha. The resolution, introduced by Councilman Sam Low (District 5) and seconded by Councilwoman Stephanie Wright (District 3) reads: WHEREAS, Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha, Badge #1470, faithfully […]
A parent’s worst nightmare: Alleged child molester hired as babysitter
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 13, 2022 – New reports obtained by the Lynnwood Times show that Evan Root, 21, who was arrested for rape of a child and child molestation February 10, had allegedly groomed his 6-year-old victim for years with toys, candy, and even led the child to believe they were in a romantic relationship. […]
Community Transit is seeking public comment on engaging minority and low-income populations
Snohomish County, Wash. – Community Transit is seeking public comment on its draft 2022-2025 Title VI Program that addresses how the agency engages minority and low-income populations. Community Transit’s draft 2022-2025 Title VI Program is available online at communitytransit.org/title6. To provide comment people may email title6@commtrans.org, or provide live comment during a public hearing at […]
Lynnwood approves police body-worn camera fees and $70,000 in chamber upgrades
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 12, 2022 – Lynnwood City Council approved fees for record disclosure of police body-worn camera footage, amended its municipal code relating to business licenses, and approved up to $70,000 in ARPA funds toward Council Chambers upgrades in Monday’s Business Meeting on April 12. After a brief public comment section, Councilwoman Shannon Sessions […]
Body of 67-year-old man found in Lighthouse Park
MUKILTEO, April 12, 2022 – On March 27, around 11 p.m., a Mukilteo Police Officer discovered the body of Gary A. Johnson, 67, of Langley, WA, in Mukilteo’s Lighthouse Park during a routine clearing and closure of the park. The officer stated in his police report that the cause of death appeared to be suicide, […]
Mill Creek City Manager search is underway
MILL CREEK, Wash., April 11, 2022 – The search for the City of Mill Creek’s next City Manager is underway, and Colin Baenziger & Associates (CB&A), a nationally recognized municipal executive search firm is on board to help with the search. Last week, Lynelle Klein, CB&A’s project manager, began meeting with members of the City […]
