The History of the Wilcox Park Flags in Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD [CHERI RYAN | LYNNWOOD-ALDERWOOD MANOR HERITAGE ASSOCIATION BOARD]—If you have driven by Wilcox Park on 196th St SW in Lynnwood, also known as the Flag Park, you have undoubtedly noticed the United States flags that are flown there seasonally. Do you know the story of why the flags are displayed at the park and […]
‘We Can and Will Find Opportunities’: Somers Charts Optimistic Path for Snohomish County
MUKILTEO—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced Tuesday that the county stands ready for a sustainable and successful future, even as rapid growth, budget constraints and the scars of natural disasters test its foundations. Speaking at the annual County Update before 200 attendees at Boeing’s Future of Flight, Somers shared his initiatives for 2026 and urged […]
Battle Ground recognizes Antifa as Domestic Terror Organization
BATTLE GROUND—The City of Battle Ground on Monday, June 1, formally recognized President Donald J Trump’s executive order designating Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, becoming one of the first municipalities to do so in a proclamation. Mayor Eric Overholser signed the proclamation at the city council’s business meeting on June 1. The proclamation references […]
Sheriff’s Office to host inaugural Cops & Bobbers youth fishing event
MARYSVILLE — The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Marysville Police Department and the Cops & Kids Foundation (a nonprofit organization), will host the inaugural Cops & Bobbers Youth Fishing Event on 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Gissberg (Twin Lakes) in Marysville. Designed for children ages 4 to […]
Public invited to Fire Station Open House in Mill Creek
Community members of all ages are welcome to attend South County Fire’s free Neighborhood Night Open House on Thursday, June 11, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Mill Creek Fire Station 76, 1020 153rd St. SE, Mill Creek. Visitors can get up close and personal with a fire engine, interact with firefighters, and learn more about […]
Complete Guide to Pride Month 2026: All Washington LGBTQ+ Parades, Festivals and Gatherings
June is Pride Month, but did you know that Washington’s LGB community traces its presence back more than a century in the Pacific Northwest. Seattle hosted its first documented drag performance in 1898, and by the 1930s the city had established venues such as the Casino Pool Hall and the Double Header, both in Pioneer […]
Public invited to comment on Communitywide Climate Resiliency Plan draft
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County is inviting residents, businesses, and community partners to provide feedback on the draft Communitywide Climate Resiliency Plan (CwCRP) during a public comment period running June 1-30. This is the final public input opportunity for the CwCRP. The draft plan serves as a roadmap to help Snohomish County prepare for, respond to, and […]
ORCA Releases Limited-Time Promotional 3-Day Pass: Tap Into Seattle Summer
SEATTLE—On June 1, ORCA is launching a new promotional pass, the 3-Day Puget Pass, allowing riders to save money on transit across the Puget Sound region throughout the summer. This promotional Regional Day Pass is available through August 31, 2026. The 3-Day Puget Pass is a multi-day pass which allows adult fare riders to travel around the region for an $18.00 flat rate, or $6.00 for ORCA LIFT and RRFP […]
Ferguson Signs New EO for Menopause Workplace Accommodations in Washington
SEATTLE — Governor Bob Ferguson signed an executive order Monday, June 1, directing Washington state agencies to strengthen workplace support for employees experiencing menopause and perimenopause, framing the move as a practical step to retain experienced workers and reduce economic losses tied to a natural life stage that affects millions. “We are losing women in […]
New Lynnwood Crisis Facility Opens, Born From 2021 Jail Suicide
LYNNWOOD — The City of Lynnwood and Sea Mar Community Health Centers cut the ribbon Monday, June 1, on a new Crisis Care Center, a short-term behavioral health facility designed as an alternative to emergency rooms and jails for people in mental health or substance use crises. Situated next to the Community Justice Center, the […]
