Black Men in Action: Join us in the fight against Colorectal Cancer
The “Black Men in Action: Against Colorectal Cancer” campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of colorectal cancer screenings among Black men. Set in an unfinished warehouse, the photoshoot features Black men in formal or semi-formal attire, symbolizing that while they may look good on the outside, their insides could be at risk. The […]
New Construction & Maritime Career Day taking place March 12
MARYSVILLE—A new Construction & Maritime Career Day event series hosted by the Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce and industry partners is set for March 12-13, 2025, at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Marysville. Join us for this free, two-day program that seeks to introduce and inspire high school aged students and young adults […]
Potential new ‘Muslim travel ban’ could take effect in March
SEATTLE—In 2017, when President Donald J Trump signed Executive Order 13769 (better known as the “Muslim ban”) into law, it was a decision by Seattle federal court judge James Robart that initially shot down the travel ban, forcing Trump and his senior adviser Stephen Miller back to the drawing board. Eight years later, concern has […]
Immigration Hub opposes legislation to withhold funds from sanctuary cities
The Immigration Hub — a national organization dedicated to advancing immigration policies — held a press conference voicing opposition against the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act (HR 32) on Tuesday, March 4. The bill, introduced by Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY01), if passed, would make a state or jurisdiction of a state ineligible for any […]
Federal judge in Seattle hears arguments on Trump admin’s cuts to refugee aid
The International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP), Church World Service (CWS), HIAS, Lutheran Community Services NW, and nine other individuals filed a lawsuit, Pacito v Trump, against President Donald J Trump for his suspension of the Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), and with it, abruptly withholding millions of federal dollars for refugee assistance agencies. U.S. District Court Judge […]
Bamboozled! New Parent’s Rights initiative filled after State Senate guts Parent’s Rights initiative passed last year
LYNNWOOD—Let’s Go Washington this morning announced that it will be introducing a new Parental Rights initiative to repeal Senate Bill 5181 passed by the Washington State Senate last month which the group says guts parent’s voices in schools. The new initiative will re-establish protections for students in schools and re-affirm that parents are the primary […]
Snohomish County welcomes Frontier Airlines to Paine Field Airport
EVERETT—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers welcomed Frontier Airlines to Snohomish County’s Paine Field Airport, bringing direct service to Denver, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. This additional service means that travelers can fly directly to 10 cities from Paine Field, with Denver as the newest addition. “This is another great day for Snohomish County as we welcome […]
March is filled with sports tournaments throughout Snohomish County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—This year, 2025, is shaping up to be one of the best for sports tournaments in Snohomish County. Eighteen tournaments are slated throughout Snohomish County over the next four weeks. With spring around the corner, baseball and fastpitch tournaments are in full swing even disc golf is picking up. Snohomish County is becoming known […]
Community Transit monthly board meeting, March 6
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Community Transit Board of Directors’ monthly meeting will take place Thursday, March 6 at 3 p.m. Agenda items include: For the full agenda and instructions on how to comment, go to communitytransit.org/board-of-directors, click on Upcoming Meetings, and then click on Agenda. The meeting will be hybrid, with in-person attendance and online options available. […]
Fire District 4 Board of Commissioners to consider EMS levy proposal at public meeting
SNOHOMISH—Call volumes for Snohomish County Fire District 4 are on the rise. Firefighters and EMTs now respond to approximately 4,300 calls each year, with more than 80% for emergency medical service (EMS). However, funding is not keeping pace with the increasing demand for emergency services and the associated costs. “We want to be up front […]
