Larsen Invites Students to Participate in 2026 Congressional Art Competition
EVERETT—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) is inviting high school students who live or attend school in Washington’s Second Congressional District to showcase their artistic talents in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. “I am encouraging the many gifted young artists in Northwest Washington to submit their artwork to the 2026 Congressional Art Competition and have the chance to win a trip to […]
It a go! Rep. Berg’s proposal sweetens the Millionaires’ Tax deal for the governor to sign
OLYMPIA—In a historic moment for Washington state, Governor Bob Ferguson and Representative April Berg (D-Mill Creek) have struck a deal to guarantee free breakfasts and lunches to all students enrolled in Washington public schools, regardless of household income, with the passage of the proposed Millionaires’ Tax, SB-6346. “I will sign this version of the Millionaires’ […]
Larsen tours Edmonds North Portwalk weeks after securing a $1.2M grant to rebuild aging seawall
EDMONDS — Representative Rick Larsen (D-WA02) toured the Port of Edmonds’ aging North Portwalk and seawall Saturday, just weeks after securing $1.2 million in federal money to rebuild the crumbling waterfront landmark he and Senator Maria Cantell have championed for years. Larsen walked some of the 950-foot stretch of boardwalk and observed the 1968-era seawall […]
Trump announces new tariffs after SCOTUS ruling, alleges foreign meddling
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J Trump on Friday lambasted the United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruling curtailing his use of emergency powers for tariffs, labeling it “ridiculous” and “terrible,” while alleging foreign influence on nation’s highest court. He announced that the tariffs will remain in effect and that he will be signing an executive […]
Boeing sets midsummer launch for new 737 MAX North Line in Everett
LYNNWOOD—Boeing plans to open an Everett “North Line” assembly for its 737 MAX in “midsummer” of 2026, marking a key step in the aerospace juggernaut’s push to ramp up output after years of production setbacks. Katie Ringgold, Boeing’s vice president and 737 program general manager, revealed the timeline during a speech at the Pacific Northwest […]
2025 Congressional App Challenge winners announced
The 2025 Congressional App Challenge winners from Washington’s 1st and 2nd districts: middle schoolers Dylan and Henry Pham’s game combating vaccine misinformation, and high schoolers Isabella Li, Hiya Pandey, and Anya Mehta’s app for early anemia detection. Both apps will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) named the Pham brothers at […]
Chelsea Wright appointed to Lynnwood City Council, new Poplar Extension Bridge contract awarded
LYNNWOOD—Chelsea Wright was unanimously appointed to the Lynnwood City Council Position 6 seat on Monday and will take the Oath of Office on February 2. The Position 6 seat was vacated in December 2025 following the election of Goerge Hurst as mayor. “I’m excited to show the City of Lynnwood what I am about so […]
Lynnwood Neighborhood Center Grand Opening: New One-Stop Social Services Hub
LYNNWOOD—The new 40,000 square-foot Lynnwood Neighborhood Center, that will serve over 20,000 community members annually, from the most vulnerable needing support to at-risk children and youth, is now open to the public. Hundreds of community members attended the official grand opening on Saturday, January 24, two weeks after the facility’s ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 9. […]
SCBHC celebrates the life, and legacy, of MLK with march and rally
EVERETT—Following a Sunday celebration, in honor of the Reverand Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee continued its festivities through Martin Luther King Day proper on January 19 with a march, rally, and community gathering at Volunteer’s of America Western Washington’s (VOAWW) Carl Gibson Center in downtown Everett. The Carl Gibson […]
AMSC’s Robotics and Manufacturing program begins second cohort this month
EVERETT—After a successful first cohort, Edmonds College’s Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center (AMSC) is currently enrolling students for its next Robotics and Manufacturing program which begins on January 26. The program offers students a focused, career-oriented educational pathway where they learn how to maintain equipment, supervise production, or troubleshoot problems with automated systems, robots, and innovative […]
