More than 2,600 Afghan and Ukrainian refugees now call Snohomish County home
Snohomish County, Wash., February 14, 2023 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced that since October 2021, when the United States saw a significant influx of refugees from conflict zones, the County in partnership with local nonprofits have provided resettlement services and support to over 2,600 Afghan and Ukrainian refugees. “For decades, Snohomish County has […]
Marysville man travels to Poland to help Ukrainian refugees
MARYSVILLE, Wash., April 30, 2022 – Marysville man Suavek Lobrow, 62, watched the war in Ukraine unfold from his TV on the other side of the world. But after three weeks of witnessing the suffering of his fellow human beings, Lobrow felt compelled to take action. On Tuesday, March 8, Lobrow told his employer at […]
Snohomish County Council passes resolution in support of Ukrainian neighbors
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., February 28, 2022 – During its Administrative Session today, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed Resolution 22-009 to show support for the Ukrainian community in the county. The resolution, introduced by Councilman Nate Nehring (District 1) and seconded by Councilman Jared Mead (District 4) reads: WHEREAS, late on Wednesday, February 23rd, Russian […]
