New Everett Mall vaccination site now open and testing site soon to come

A new indoor Covid-19 vaccination clinic opened on Tuesday, January 18th, at the Everett Mall.

Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be available at no cost, regardless of insurance status. A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18.

Community Transit to operate buses on regular schedule on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All Community Transit service and Sound Transit buses to/from Snohomish County will operate on a regular weekday schedule on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 17th.

Community Transit Van GO Program grants surplus vehicles to local nonprofits

Community Transit awarded 12 surplus vans to local nonprofit organizations at its board of directors meeting on Thursday, January 6, 2022. These groups will use the vehicles to provide transportation support for people all throughout Snohomish County.

Community Transit awarded 12 surplus vans to local nonprofit organizations at its board of directors meeting on Thursday, January 6th.

These groups will use the vehicles to provide transportation support for people all throughout Snohomish County.

Snohomish County Council selects 2022 leadership team

The Snohomish County Council selected Councilmember Megan Dunn as chair and Councilmember Jared Mead as vice-chair on Monday, January 10th.

Dunn represents the 2nd council district, and Mead represents the 4th council district. Both are serving their first terms on the county council.

South County Fire seeks candidates to fill board vacancies

South County Fire is seeking candidates to fill two vacant seats on the Board of Fire Commissioners.

Completed applications and questionnaires are due at the Regional Fire Agency's headquarters no later than 5:00 pm on January 26th.

Snohomish County road crews winding down snow fight with emphasis on ice and side roads

With temperatures expected to rise Saturday and Sunday, Snohomish County Road Maintenance crews will transition this weekend from a 24/7 operation to regular shifts.

Crews will continue to sand to improve traction on icy roads through Saturday, focusing on secondary and tertiary routes.

Detectives continue to seek tips to locate Antonio Neill, missing since 2016

Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes detectives continue to seek the public’s help in locating Antonio Neill, who has been missing since December 12, 2016.

He was 22 years old at the time of his disappearance.

Washington part of multi-state E. coli outbreak linked to packaged salads

The Washington State Department of Health confirmed on Thursday, December 30th, that the state is part of an E. coli outbreak likely linked to Simple Truth Organic Power Greens purchased at QFC and Fred Meyer stores.

Snohomish County continues to prepare for new round of snowfall

Overall, Snohomish County crews have surpassed 50,000 road miles plowed since the start of the snow storm last weekend.

Crews will continue 24/7 plowing, salting, and sanding operations into the coming weekend.

Snohomish County sees a steep climb in COVID-19 cases

Snohomish County confirmed a new record of 2,719 Covid-19 cases the week of December 23rd, a 129% surge over the prior week.

This is likely due to omicron spreading rapidly, waning immunity for those who have not yet been boosted, and cold weather pushing people inside.

Puget Sound transit services to offer free New Year’s Eve rides

Transit agencies around the region are ready to help get riders home safely as people celebrate the holiday and ring in 2022.

Riders can travel without paying fare on King County Metro, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Pierce Transit, and Seattle Streetcar as part of their New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Snohomish County road crews prepared for upcoming snow event

With the upcoming snow forecast over the holiday weekend and beyond, Snohomish County Road Maintenance crews are prepared and monitoring the weather.

Plans are in place with crews and plows scheduled to work on clearing designated priority snow and ice removal routes within unincorporated Snohomish County.

Mill Creek's John Lovick appointed 44th Legislative District senator

The Snohomish County Council voted unanimously to appoint Mill Creek resident John Lovick to the open Senate seat in the 44th Legislative District on December 15th.

He has served in the House for nearly 15 years and is filling the vacancy left following Steve Hobbs’ appointment as Secretary of State.

Brandy Donaghy appointed to take John Lovick’s place in State House of Representatives

On Wednesday, December 15th, the Snohomish County Council voted to appoint Donaghy to the seat made vacant by Rep. John Lovick’s move to the state senate.

She joins Lovick and Rep. April Berg as the first all-Black delegation to represent the 44th District and only the second all-Black delegation in the state’s history.

Snohomish County to implement sales tax increase to fund affordable housing

The 0.1% sales tax increase authorized by the Snohomish County Council on Wednesday, December 15th, will more than double affordable housing production over the next five years.

Executive Dave Somers will sign the ordinance and collection of the $0.01 tax per $10 purchase will start in April 2022.

Community Transit announces Christmas and New Year's service schedules

Community Transit will operate a Sunday bus schedule on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, and a Saturday schedule on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Snohomish County Public Works provides tips for safe travel during snowstorms

Snohomish County staff provides some useful tools and helpful tips to prepare for any snow and ice events for those venturing through unincorporated Snohomish County this winter.

Road maintenance crews are responsible for approximately 1,600 total miles of roads and they will be kept clear on a priority basis.

At least 33 Snohomish County Covid-19 cases linked to multi-county wrestling tournaments

The Snohomish Health District is currently part of the investigation involving multiple outbreaks of COVID-19 among vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals connected to high school wrestling tournaments.

At least 33 cases have been confirmed here in Snohomish County.

Community Transit sets top priorities in 2022 Budget

Community Transit’s adopted 2022 budget outlines long-term improvements to serve the people of Snohomish County.

Underlying these plans is the agency’s commitment to providing safe transportation for all.

Help count birds for science during Audubon’s Annual Christmas Bird Count

The National Audubon Society invites birdwatchers and people with backyard bird feeders to participate in the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count.

On Saturday, December 18th, birders and nature enthusiasts will take part in this century long project.

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