Future 42 asks if taxes keep going up, then why are budget shortfalls getting worse?
Governor Bob Ferguson recently warned state agencies to prepare for difficult budget decisions in the years ahead. In guidance sent to agency leaders, the administration pointed to familiar pressures: inflation has driven up costs, Washington’s population has grown significantly over the past decade, and maintaining public services is becoming more expensive. Those factors are real. Anyone who […]
Lynnwood Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026 with Artist-Made Soccer Balls, Community Auction Benefiting Lynnwood Food Bank
LYNNWOOD — The City of Lynnwood Arts Commission is proud to present Soccer Balls Art: Welcome FIFA World Cup, a community art exhibition featuring 17 unique, artist-decorated soccer balls on display at the Lynnwood Rec Center (18900 44th Ave W) now through Sunday, July 19, 2026. The project is funded in part by a grant […]
Everett Community College Celebrates 2026 Graduates
EVERETT—Everett Community College celebrated the achievements of the class of 2026 during the annual commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 14, at the Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett. About 1,600 students graduated from Everett Community College with a degree or certificate in 2025-26. Over 500 graduates participated in commencement, which is a record high […]
Sheriff’s Office Locates 6-Year-Old Child Kidnapped from Lynnwood, Suspect Remains Outstanding
LYNNWOOD—A 6-year-old boy who was kidnapped overnight from Lynnwood has been located safe and unharmed in King County. The 32-year-old suspect remains outstanding and is believed to be driving the victim’s 2010 silver Ford Fusion with Washington license plate CVF8854. Around 10 p.m. Monday, deputies responded to reports of an assault and a female victim […]
County Council Approves $170,000 Jail Efficiency Study to Address Rising Costs
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council passed a motion Tuesday morning authorizing the development of a Request for Proposal (RFP) to conduct a comprehensive Jail Efficiency Study. The study will be initiated and carried out in close partnership between the Snohomish County Council, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, and the County Executive’s Office, reflecting a shared commitment […]
Community partners to host Meadowdale Beach Cleanup on July 9
EDMONDS — Following a highly successful beach cleanup last summer that drew more than 70 participants and removed over 151 pounds of trash, Snohomish County Councilmember Nate Nehring is teaming up with WSU Beach Watchers, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County, and the Greater Seattle Korean Association to host a community beach cleanup […]
Sno-Isle Libraries levy renewal measure heads to voters in August
SNOHOMISH AND ISLAND COUNTIES — Voters in Snohomish and Island counties will decide on August 4 whether to restore (a renewal of) the property tax levy that provides the majority of funding for Sno-Isle Libraries, a regional library district serving more than 800,000 residents through 23 locations. Ballots for the election are scheduled to be […]
Tens of thousands attend UFC Freedom 250 at White House
WASHINGTON — The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) staged its historic UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday evening, marking America’s 250th anniversary. The event coincided with both President Donald J Trump’s 80th birthday and Flag Day. The mixed martial arts fight, streamed exclusively on Paramount+, transformed the presidential […]
Washington Wolfpack Rally Past Oceanside Bombers 43-30
OCEANSIDE, Calif. [ADAM PELLETIER] — The Washington Wolfpack overcame a four-point halftime deficit and limited the Oceanside Bombers to seven second-half points to win 43-30 on Saturday, June 13. Wolfpacks trailed 23-19 at halftime but outscored the Bombers 24-7 after intermission. The victory improved the Wolfpack to 4-4 and kept them in the playoff race, […]
Trump Lifts US Naval Blockade on Iran as Deal Set for Signing on June 19
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J Trump announced Sunday that the United States and Iran have reached a memorandum of understanding to end active fighting in their months-long conflict, authorizing the immediate toll-free reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports. The official signing ceremony will […]
