Gesa Credit Union now accepting applicants for Local Heroes Grant Program
LYNNWOOD—Gesa, a leading credit union in Washington dedicated to driving meaningful change in the communities it serves, on Monday announced its 2025 Local Heroes Grant Program will be accepting grant applications through July 31, 2025. Any local organization that supports one or more of Gesa’s recognized Local Heroes groups including firefighters, healthcare workers, law enforcement, […]
Commentary: Mukilteo Council to residents, ‘Let them eat cake!’
As a councilmember, it is my privilege to spend time understanding city finances and explaining them to our residents who are busy living their lives, assuming we are managing their interests well. We are not. At Monday’s City Council meeting on June 16, the mayor presided over a simple majority of the council that gifted […]
‘AI For Everyone’ returns to Edmonds College, June 28
LYNNWOOD – Edmonds College will host its third annual AI For Everyone Day on Saturday, June 28, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The free AI Community Connections Speaker Series event will be held on campus at Hazel Miller Hall and is open to the public. “Our goal at Edmonds College is to ensure AI […]
Niko Battle leads in local support in Everett CC race
EVERETT — As the race for Everett City Council District 4 intensifies, candidate Niko Battle is distinguishing himself as the leading grassroots contender. Battle’s campaign has raised a total of $8,398.62, combining grassroots donations, institutional support, and minimal self-funding. This includes the vast majority of contributions from individual donors with just $345.70 in self-funding. Battle […]
Quail Park of Lynnwood hosts Toy Drive for Seattle Children’s Hospital
LYNNWOOD–Quail Park of Lynnwood is inviting the community to help “Fill the Bus” with toys and comfort items for patients at Seattle Children’s Hospital. On Saturday, June 28, a Quail Park shuttle bus will be parked outside the Lynnwood Fred Meyer located at 2902 164th Street SW as staff and residents collect donations for the […]
Plan for road closures in Marysville this weekend for Strawberry Festival
MARYSVILLE—Several road closures are planned in Marysville this weekend (Friday through Sunday) as the city prepares for its annual Strawberry Festival, with the biggest traffic impact being on Saturday, June 21. The celebration opens Monday, June 16 with Free roller skating for families, continues with an evening royalty scholarship Fashion Show on Tuesday, June 17, then rolls […]
Everett Pride and CASA present a Solstice-themed Pride this weekend
EVERETT—Everett Pride and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are hosting its annual Pride celebration this weekend, from Friday, June 20, through Sunday, June 21, featuring block parties, markets, and a diva drag brunch. Friday marks the beginning of the celebration with a free 21+ Solstice Night Market, from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Wetmore […]
Deputies, Fire Rescue and SAR Respond to Drowning at Eagle Falls
INDEX – Sheriff’s Office deputies, Sky Valley Fire and Search and Rescue (SAR) responded to a drowning near Eagle Falls around 6:45 p.m. Thursday, June 12. A 19-year-old male was swimming in the water with friends when he started to cramp, went under water, and had not surfaced. His friends attempted to assist but were […]
Targeted shootings of Minnesota lawmakers, manhunt underway for killer
BROOKLYN PARK, MN—In what is described as “targeted political violence” by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, lawmakers former House Speaker Democratic State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, were fatally shot at their Brooklyn Park home early Saturday, June 14, 2025. State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, were also shot and […]
Corporations and Charities Division Moving to new Tumwater location
OLYMPIA—The Corporations and Charities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State is moving to a new location to better serve its customers. The new office will be located at 243 Israel Road SE in Tumwater, Washington. It will be open for in-person services on Wednesday, June 18. The last day for business at the […]
