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Drew Smith, Peoples Bank

New Construction Projects Require Vision and Trusted Partnerships

By Drew Smith, Peoples Bank Climbing rent prices, declining inventories, and low rates are creating an opportunity for business owners to consider the advantages of… Continue reading

  • Jan 24, 2022
  • by Peoples Bank
Drew Smith, Peoples Bank
Providence Medical Group’s Marysville and Mill Creek clinics have Family OB physicians who are available to care for you throughout your pregnancy and beyond. Visit Providence.org/doctors to learn more.

Thinking about having a baby?

With the right healthcare provider, you’ll feel supported before, during and after your pregnancy.

Providence Medical Group’s Marysville and Mill Creek clinics have Family OB physicians who are available to care for you throughout your pregnancy and beyond. Visit Providence.org/doctors to learn more.
Tyrone McMorris, Executive Director of Casino Road Kids Ministries, and Carrie deKubber, owner of Bob's Burgers and Brew - Everett, work together to serve local kids.

A restaurant, a nonprofit, and a friendship built on supporting the community

Bob’s Everett has served free meals to Casino Road Kids Ministries for over five years!

  • Jan 18, 2022
  • by Bobs Burgers
Tyrone McMorris, Executive Director of Casino Road Kids Ministries, and Carrie deKubber, owner of Bob's Burgers and Brew - Everett, work together to serve local kids.
With the help of Snohomish County’s Eagle Wings Ministries and her supervisor, Darla, Megan (left) has created an online support group for people with disabilities.

Building community, one connection at a time

Eagle Wings Ministries helps adults with developmental disAbilities find connection

  • Jan 17, 2022
  • by Eagle Wings disAbility Ministries
  • Community
With the help of Snohomish County’s Eagle Wings Ministries and her supervisor, Darla, Megan (left) has created an online support group for people with disabilities.
Visit Vespertine Boutique at 914 Water St. in Port Townsend, or get in touch at 360-344-2654 or info@vespertineboutique.com.

Intimate assistive tech for people with disabilities

“At some point in their lives, most people will either have a disability or know someone who has one,” said Coleen Boyle, Ph.D., director of… Continue reading

Visit Vespertine Boutique at 914 Water St. in Port Townsend, or get in touch at 360-344-2654 or info@vespertineboutique.com.
The Skagit Historical Museum exhibit <em>Hugo Helmer: Skagit’s Own Music Man </em>struck a chord with museum-goers in 2021. After a little refurbishment in January, the museum will re-open with an exciting line-up of exhibits for 2022. Skagit Historical Museum photo.

Skagit’s history comes to life in 2022 with generous local support

The past year has been a time of reinvention for many as communities have grappled with the “new normal” brought by the pandemic. While many… Continue reading

  • Dec 27, 2021
  • by Skagit County Historical Museum
The Skagit Historical Museum exhibit <em>Hugo Helmer: Skagit’s Own Music Man </em>struck a chord with museum-goers in 2021. After a little refurbishment in January, the museum will re-open with an exciting line-up of exhibits for 2022. Skagit Historical Museum photo.
The Leadership Snohomish County Signature Program works to forge strong community connections and create a platform for respectful, honest discussion.

Building community connections for Snohomish County by building better leaders

Community has always been important in the Snohomish area and throughout the pandemic, many of us have found ourselves focusing more on our local community… Continue reading

  • Dec 20, 2021
  • by Leadership Snohimish County
  • Community
The Leadership Snohomish County Signature Program works to forge strong community connections and create a platform for respectful, honest discussion.
Sherwood Community Services advocates for children, adults, and families by navigating the issues that create barriers.

Removing Barriers: Sherwood Community Services Creates Hope

People living with a disability are more likely to live in poverty than those who do not – a scary thought to parents who have… Continue reading

  • Dec 20, 2021
  • by Sherwood Community Services
  • Community
Sherwood Community Services advocates for children, adults, and families by navigating the issues that create barriers.
The Ladies tea was among the recent highlights at the Quail Park at Lynwood.

Make 2022 the year you live for you!

How to choose a community that brings you joy in retirement

The Ladies tea was among the recent highlights at the Quail Park at Lynwood.
As Alvin and Joanne prepared to celebrate their 30th anniversary, Alvin surprised his wife with a beautiful new fireplace and bathroom, courtesy of Granite Transformations!

‘It just makes her smile’: Give the gift of a simply spectacular renovation

Can you give the gift of a beautiful space? You can when you work with the right local team – just ask two homeowners who… Continue reading

As Alvin and Joanne prepared to celebrate their 30th anniversary, Alvin surprised his wife with a beautiful new fireplace and bathroom, courtesy of Granite Transformations!
The Second Chance Foundation serves a hundred individuals a day. Last winter, they handed out 10,000 sleeping bags and served 3,600 meals.

Everyone Deserves a Second Chance

It was Christmas. Alone, homeless, and facing a life of addiction on the street, Jason Cockburn was greeted by a little girl who had been… Continue reading

  • Dec 20, 2021
  • by Second Chance Foundation
  • Community
The Second Chance Foundation serves a hundred individuals a day. Last winter, they handed out 10,000 sleeping bags and served 3,600 meals.
Hilary lost her home in 2016, but after years of hard work and support from organizations like Housing Hope, she's got her whole family under one roof again.

Hilary lost her home in 2016, but thanks to local support, she never lost hope

Housing Hope supports families in Snohomish County through housing and tailored services

Hilary lost her home in 2016, but after years of hard work and support from organizations like Housing Hope, she's got her whole family under one roof again.
Share International

A Ray of Hope in Chaotic Times

Even in these chaotic and perilous times, there is reason for hope. Humanity finds itself at a major crossroads: Do we choose the path of… Continue reading

Share International
In 2020, YWCA Pathways for Women in Lynnwood provided emergency shelter and essential resources for 120 women and children.

Pathways for Women: YWCA’s Approach to Shelter

Washington state ranks in the top five nationwide for homelessness, with roughly 21,500 residents and families experiencing homelessness in 2021. Women and girls make up… Continue reading

In 2020, YWCA Pathways for Women in Lynnwood provided emergency shelter and essential resources for 120 women and children.
Cocoon House

Snohomish County Youth Find Homes with Heart

Cocoon House launches Connections Host Home Program

Cocoon House
Facility dog, Sibella, in the Dawson Place Interview suite. Dawson Place is a non-profit organization providing safety, justice, and healing to victims of child physical abuse, sexual assault, neglect, drug endangerment, or a witness to a violent crime.

A place to heal, a place to thrive

Dawson Place offers children of abuse advocacy and safety

Facility dog, Sibella, in the Dawson Place Interview suite. Dawson Place is a non-profit organization providing safety, justice, and healing to victims of child physical abuse, sexual assault, neglect, drug endangerment, or a witness to a violent crime.
Compass Health

Compass Health’s Emergency Motel Voucher Program provides steppingstone from homelessness to stability

Since 2007, Compass Health has provided short-term assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness through its Emergency Motel Voucher Program (EMVP). The goal of the… Continue reading

Compass Health
For a free consultation to discuss your claim and find out how Stop Claims Corp can help your business guard against unfair L&I decisions, call 844-STOP-CLAIM (786-7252) or email info@stopclaims.com. Visit stopclaims.com to learn more.

Facing high L&I premiums, this Kent company called in the experts

If companies don’t understand the fine print of L&I decisions, they may be paying unfair premiums

  • Dec 13, 2021
  • by Stop Claims Corp
For a free consultation to discuss your claim and find out how Stop Claims Corp can help your business guard against unfair L&I decisions, call 844-STOP-CLAIM (786-7252) or email info@stopclaims.com. Visit stopclaims.com to learn more.
Kari Hovde teaches a young dancer. Hovde has just launched The Backstage Foundation, a non-profit that funds opportunities for young dancers to build their talent and character while fulfilling their dreams and inspiring others.

Helping Washington dancers take center stage

The Backstage Foundation offers scholarships to talented dancers for studio fees, travel and more!

Kari Hovde teaches a young dancer. Hovde has just launched The Backstage Foundation, a non-profit that funds opportunities for young dancers to build their talent and character while fulfilling their dreams and inspiring others.
In this quickly growing community, the need to address hunger is a priority for organizations like the Lake Stevens Community Food Bank who serve approximately 1,200 families, or 3,000 individuals, per month.

Nourishing the community: Lake Stevens Community Food Bank builds sustainability

In 2020, 60 million people turned to food banks in the United States. More than one million of them live in the state of Washington.… Continue reading

In this quickly growing community, the need to address hunger is a priority for organizations like the Lake Stevens Community Food Bank who serve approximately 1,200 families, or 3,000 individuals, per month.