WSNIA awards Larsen 2024 Congressional Member of the Year Award
MARYSVILLE—The Washington State Narcotics Investigators Association (WSNIA) presented its 2024 Congressional Member of the Year Award on Friday, January 17, to Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) for supporting the efforts of Washington’s 16 multi-jurisdictional drug task forces (MJTFs) in combating the opioid and fentanyl crisis. This marks the first time WSNIA has given an award to […]
Cyberattack of the Year goes to Washington State Courts with special mention Sea-Tac Airport
According to TechCrunch, 2024 marked a record-breaking year for ransomware attacks leaving lasting impacts for millions worldwide. Of these perhaps the most disruptive for Washingtonians were the cyberattack on the Washington State Court systems, effectively halting filing, hearings, and restricted access to the Washington Court website which includes court rules, as well as access to […]
Financial Crisis of the Year goes to city of Edmonds with special mention Marysville School District
The Lynnwood Times’ Financial Crisis of the Year goes to the City of Edmonds for its $13 million deficit made worse from the city overestimating revenues by $200,000 and made worse by overestimating the beginning budget balance by $550,000 and paying more than $250,000 in un-budgeted funds to laid off employees. To deal with this […]
$661 million in rate increases by PSE approved
LACEY—The Washington state Utility and Transportation Commission on January 15 approved rate increases for Puget Sound Energy (PSE) electric and natural gas customers, set to take effect over the next two years. PSE’s electric revenue will increase by $326.6 million or 11.5% in January 2025 and then by $203.3 million or 6.4% in January 2026. […]
Ballmer Group Awards Washington’s YMCAs Funding for Youth Programs
EVERETT—The YMCA of Snohomish County has secured a generous contribution of more than $2 million annually for the next three years from the Seattle-based Ballmer Group. This funding, part of a statewide initiative, will empower YMCAs across Washington to significantly expand programs for low-income youth aged 5-17, enhancing opportunities for personal and academic growth. “We […]
Marysville School District to Host Job Fair January 25
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment? Then the Marysville School District wants to meet you! The Marysville School District is hosting a job fair on Saturday, January 25th, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Marysville School District’s […]
As 2025 session begins, here’s what to expect from Senate Republicans
Note: This article on the 2025 legislative session was written prior to Governor Ferguson’s swearing-in and inaugural speech Jan. 15 Those of us who take to heart President Lincoln’s words that government is “of the people” appreciate being asked to offer a forecast of an upcoming 2025 session. Our constituents and others, such as the […]
Sound Transit’s link light rail extension to Lynnwood named 2025 Mega Project of the Year
The Lynnwood Times is recognizing Sound Transit’s Lynnwood Link light rail extension as the Mega Project of the Year for bringing light rail across county lines for the first time in state history and paving the way toward a more robust transportation network for years to come. In addition to offering commuters a more affordable, […]
Little Bear Creek named as 2025 Environmental Steward of the Year
The Lynnwood Times is naming Snohomish County Public Works’ Little Bear Creek project as the 2025 Environmental Stewardship of the Year for changing the way the County handles wetland mitigation while saving millions of dollars in future taxpayer funds. The 17-acre project is now a protected wetland mitigation site that allows the County to be […]
Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine appointed to Puget Sound Regional Council
MUKILTEO—Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine was appointed by Snohomish County Cities on January 16 to represent all cities and towns within the county—except Everett with its designated seat—on the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC). Marine will serve as a member of the PSRC’s Growth Management Policy Board. “Snohomish County, but cities in general, need to have a voice for advocating local […]
