Articles published Fri, Jan 15, 2010
city-government
Liias applauds Gregoire’s support for tax credit for new job creation
In Tuesday’s State of the State address to the Legislature, Gov. Chris Gregoire asked lawmakers to pass a tax credit for small businesses creating jobs.
County to offer free arthritis seminar
Snohomish County’s Long Term Care & Aging Division will host a free seminar focusing on the effects of arthritis.
commerce
Energy efficiency training grant to help Snohomish County workforce
Almost 500 individuals in Puget Sound will be trained for careers in energy efficiency, thanks to a $3.9 million Recovery Act grant awarded to the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council.
Consumer Alert
Landslide: a special risk that requires special insurance
Many temporary jobs available for 2010 census
The Local Everett Census Office is now Accepting Applicants to Support U.S. Census Bureau's Goal of a Complete Count. Testing is being conducted in Snohomish, Island, Skagit, Whatcom and San Juan Counties.
community-features
Local school receives science grant
Snohomish County PUD has awarded 17 mini-grants for 2009-2010 school year science-related educational projects in several school districts. The grants help schools incorporate energy and water education into their curriculum.
United Methodist Church unveils gifted pipe organ with concert
The Music & Arts Ministries of Edmonds United Methodist Church (EUMC) will unveil and dedicate a newly-installed Visser-Rowland/Klais pipe organ on Sunday, February 7 with a concert featuring noted local artists.
Make your New Year’s Resolution a success: Commit to Going the Distance for Breast Cancer
Susan G. Komen for the Cure® has a portfolio of fitness events to accommodate both, including the organization’s newest event, the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the CureTM.
stepping-out
Boating classes scheduled
The Coast Guard Auxiliary, Edmonds, WA. Flotilla will be teaching two Public Boating classes for experienced and novice boaters.
Free Toddler Play and Learn Group at Mountlake Terrace Library
The Mountlake Terrace Library is partnering with the Little Red School House to provide a Toddler Play and Learn Group.
Edmonds Library celebrates Margaret Read MacDonald
A special program celebrating the 70th birthday and long career of Margaret Read MacDonald will be held at the Edmonds Library.
Nooksack River Float Trip - Birding Adventure
Get away from the crowds and into a raft and float down the beautiful and remote Nooksack River in the shadow of Mt. Baker.
Great wines, food and brew featured at Camano Island event
C.A.R.E. (Camano Action for a Rural Environment) announces their second annual fundraiser, "A Taste of Camano".