Enjoy the Renaissance Faire in Snohomish? Want to get involved? Consider volunteering
SNOHOMISH—Many of the cast and crew members working the annual Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire this year shared a similar story of how they initially joined. While some were born-and-raised to Rennie parents, traveling the Ren Faire Circuit as performers, actors, or vendors, most recalled their first introduction to Ren Faire life as a simple peak […]
Federal judge overturns $72 million Zunum lawsuit against Boeing
SEATTLE—U.S. District Judge James Robart tossed out a $72 million lawsuit against Boeing on Wednesday, August 14, brought forth by defunct electric-aircraft startup Zunum Aero who alleged that Boeing had “stolen its technology” and shared it with other industry partners. Zunum Aero was founded in 2013 by Dr. Ashish Kumar (CEO) and Matt Knapp (CTO) […]
County Council adopts four ordinances to ease housing supply crisis
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council on Wednesday, August 14, at a Public Hearing, adopted four ordinances introduced by Councilmember Nate Nehring focused on increasing the available supply of housing and addressing housing affordability challenges. The suite of ordinances continues the efforts initiated by the “Opening Doors to Home Ownership” housing panel held at the Council’s Planning […]
Honoring fallen SPD Officer Joselito “Lito” Barber
SEATTLE—The Seattle Police Foundation is raising funds to purchase and install a brand-new public memorial in honor and remembrance of fallen Seattle Police Department Officer Joselito “Lito” Alvarez Barber, killed in the line of duty on August 13, 2006. This fundraising initiative is the 2024 iteration of the Seattle Police Fallen Officer Memorial Project, which […]
Take the bus to the Evergreen State Fair
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Evergreen State Fairgoers can save on parking and gas by taking Community Transit buses to the fair. Buses drops riders off at the Red Gate (west gate) entrance of the fairgrounds in Monroe. The 2024 Evergreen State Fair runs Aug. 22–27 and Aug. 29– Sept. 2. The fair will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. […]
DelBene delivers $960,000 for Chinook Marsh Restoration Project
MARYSVILLE—Representative Suzan DelBene (WA-01) presented Snohomish County government with a $960,000 ceremonial check that will support habitat restoration efforts in Chinook Marsh. DelBene secured the investment in the FY24 federal funding law. The project will restore 430 acres of tidal habitat and nearby drinking water lines. It will strengthen flood protection, restore recreational trails, and support the […]
Letter-to-Editor: South County Fire thanks voters
South County Fire thanks voters for approving the benefit charge renewal in the recent election. We are grateful for your support and trust as we strive to provide high quality emergency services to our community. The benefit charge provides a fair and balanced way to distribute emergency service costs because it’s based on building size, […]
Nine presidential nominations by minor parties and independent candidates qualify for Washington’s November ballot
OLYMPIA — Nine presidential nominations by minor parties and independent candidates have qualified to appear on Washington’s November 5 General Election ballot, the Secretary of State’s Office announced on August 13. The Office of the Secretary of State issued letters Tuesday to notify each nominating group of its qualification. Including nominees from the two major […]
Mars to acquire Pringles maker Kellanova for $36 billion
Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned, global leader in pet care and snacks, and Kellanova, a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, announced on August 14 that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova for $35.9 billion, including assumed net leverage. Under the terms of the […]
Council blocks mayor appointment, Lynnwood Police labor contracts approved
LYNNWOOD—At its Regular Business Meeting, on Monday, August 12, Lynnwood City Council approved the Lynnwood Police Collective Bargaining Agreements and unanimously authorized the mayor to reopen the confirmation process for Director of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts, preventing her interim appointee from permanently being appointed to the position, for now. “I move that the city […]
