Lynnwood resident named VA Puget Sound Wall of Heroes Honoree
SEATTLE, Wash., November 11, 2023—On November 7, Lynnwood resident Michael J Kavanaugh, 92, was named VA Puget Sound Health Care System’s 2023 Wall of Heroes Honoree—the 19th Veteran to receive the recognition. Dedicated June 29, 2009, VA Puget Sound’s Wall of Heroes display serves as a reminder to patients, visitors and staff of the sacrifice, […]
Hidden heroes: The many faces of Snohomish County’s veterans
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, November 11, 2022—Snohomish County is a region that is immensely proud of its veteran community. With over 50,000 veterans living in our area, according to census data, it is a community that is rich, diverse, and incredibly proud of defending the many freedoms our nation provides. Many of our veterans have continued their […]
Edmonds Veterans Day Observance
The VFW Post 8870 and Auxiliary‘s Veterans Day observance will take place at the Edmonds Veterans Plaza at 11:00 a.m. on Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11. There will be short remarks from Post officers and recognition pins distributed, including the Vietnam Veteran pin and a new lapel pin that recognizes the widows of veterans, which […]
The USMC celebrate 246 years of service
ARLINGTON, Va., November 10, 2021 — Today, Marines across the globe will recognize and acknowledge 246 years of service to their country, the sacrifices made to defend democracy, and the Marine Corps’ enduring legacy as America’s premier fighting force. The Marine Corps’ annual tradition celebrates the establishment of the organization on November 10, 1775, by the Second Continental Congress. […]
Rep. Larsen hosts telephone town hall to address veteran’s needs
EVERETT, Wash., November 9, 2021 – Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) hosted a live telephone town hall on Thursday, November 4, discussing the issues facing more than 520,000 military veterans and their families who call Washington home. Joined by Michael Tadych, Director of VA Puget Sound, and Stephen Strope, Veteran Service Center Manager for the VA […]
Lynnwood Veterans Day Ceremony
The health and safety of our community members during the Covid-19 pandemic is important. The City of Lynnwood will be replacing its annual in-person event with an online experience. To watch the ceremony via ZOOM click HERE. Event Date and Time: 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 11, 2021 Program Assembly Bugle Call – Glenn Ledbetter, […]
Veterans Fundraiser: March of Valor Virtual 5k Ruck / Run / Walk.
Support our Veteran’s by participating in a March of Valor Virtual 5k Ruck / Run / Walk. You select your Squad Members, Date and Course (Mountain or Urban) where you live. Participants are challenged to finish the Ruck and Earn the GI Foundation Ruck Patch. Complete course between Veterans Day November 11th and November 21st. To […]
Lynnwood City Council holds public hearings on proposed budget and property tax levy
By Erin Freeman | Press Release At the November 9 business meeting, the Lynnwood City Council held two public hearings on the proposed 2021-22 biennium budget and 2021 property tax levy. The City of Lynnwood’s Finance Director Sonja Springer presented the council with the second public hearing on Mayor Nicola Smith’s proposed 2021-22 biennium budget. The […]
Veterans Day is personal for members of the Tulalip Tribes
Veterans Day is personal for members of the Tulalip TribesBy Dan Aznoff | Last Updated November 19, 2019 | https://lynnwoodtimes.com/ The American Flag does not just fly outside the offices of the Tulalip Tribes on national holidays. Old Glory has special meaning to the veterans who have proven their allegiance to defend the nation against […]
