Free art exhibit at Lynnwood Convention Center

LYNNWOOD, Wash. – The Lynnwood Convention Center has artwork of 14 talented local Northwest artists, for its primary exhibit from January – June 2022. Stop by during normal business hours (M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or on evenings and weekends when the building is open for events. For this show, the Convention Center was […]
Lynnwood Convention Center gets new operator

LYNNWOOD, Wash., February 8, 2022 – The Lynnwood Public Facilities District (LPFD) is excited to announce a new internationally recognized operator for the Lynnwood Convention Center along with a new “vision for success”. In June 2021, the LPFD engaged Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) to support a mandatory request for proposal process for the operator contract […]
Cascade Warbirds aviation scholarship program given extended deadline

Due to an outpouring of financial support, Cascade Warbirds is able to extend its 2022 scholarship application period until March 31 so that more area youth have the opportunity to apply for this entry into aviation. Cascade Warbirds, an organization that promotes the restoration, preservation, operation and public display of historically significant military aircraft, has […]
Teen attacked at Alderwood Mall

LYNNWOOD, Wash., February 7, 2022 – Lynnwood Detectives are investigating an attack of a 17-year-old Snohomish teen that took place Sunday evening before 7 o’clock near the south Alderwood Mall parking garage. The male victim is in critical condition at Harbourview Medical Center in Seattle. The victim was with two family members when they were […]
Mindfulness: Mindful Speech

On February 1, 1884: The first portion, or fascicle, of the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), considered the most comprehensive and accurate dictionary of the English language, was published. Plans for the dictionary began in 1857 when members of London’s Philological Society felt an error free dictionary covering all vocabulary from the Anglo-Saxon period (1150 A.D.) […]
Upcoming Lynnwood City Council Meeting

LYNNWOOD, Washington, February 5, 2022 – For its 6 p.m. Monday, February 7 regular WORK SESSION the Lynnwood City Council will discuss the items listed below: Park Recreation and Cultural Arts Plan Update Presentation 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update Comprehensive Plan Update Presentation Resolution to confirm emergency proclamation Finance and Public Works Departments to continue to waive […]
Lynnwood CC’s updates on Community Recovery Center

LYNNWOOD, Wash., Feb. 5, 2022 – Lynnwood City Council’s Jan 31 Work Session began with a presentation of the current plans for Community Recovery Center (CRC), which will be built into the new Community Justice Center (CJC). Police Chief James Nelson updated the council on the CRC’s official floor plans, while Rep. Lauren Davis spoke […]
Mayor Nehring delivers State of the City address in Marysville

MARYSVILLE, February 2, 2022 — Yesterday, Mayor Jon Nehring delivered the annual “State of the City” address at the Opera House in Marysville, WA. During his presentation, Nehring covered City Finances, Public Safety, and other highlights, including future development plans. Year in Review and Marysville’s snapshot The State of the City address began with a […]
Microsoft buys Activision Blizzard for $67.8 Billion

On January 18, Microsoft announced their plan to purchase gaming giant Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion. The move would make Microsoft third-highest in revenue for video game companies globally — behind Tencent and Sony — with the addition of massive titles like “Call of Duty” and “World of Warcraft.” Also included under Activision Blizzard is […]
Freedom Convoy protests at Canadian capital

OTTAWA, Can., February 1, 2022 – Canadian truck drivers formed an 11,000 truck, 43-mile-long “Freedom Convoy,” January 23, to protest the Canadian government’s mandates requiring cross-border truckers be fully vaccinated. The convoy began in the country’s Western-most province, British Columbia, and made its way to Ottawa, the country’s capital, where a demonstration began on January […]