Local News
Four things we can all do to keep our forward momentum
Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.
Opinion
Comment: Covid threat has eased but too many remain at risk
A new variant, more contagious and dangerous, could gain a foothold among the unvaccinated.
Local News
5 Everett residents win vaccine lottery prizes in first week
The next drawing is Tuesday. Meanwhile, vaccine clinics are planned at various sites in Snohomish County.
Local News
$250,000 winner in state vaccine lottery collects his check
He won the first of a series of drawings for cash and prizes and says he was already…
Northwest
Mayor: Seattle first to fully vaccinate 70% of residents
The city will launch new efforts to support reopening stores, restaurants, and arts and culture programs.
Northwest
Washington’s ‘joints for jabs’ vaccine program falling flat
Some health care providers are queasy about setting up a clinic on the site of a marijuana business.
Local News
Inslee names new head of ESD; vax lottery winners contacted
The governor chose acting commissioner Cami Feek to lead the Employment Security Department.
Local News
COVID-19 vaccines are plentiful across Whidbey Island
Even with the availability of vaccines, only 41% of Island County residents are fully vaccinated.
Opinion
Comment: Must we jump straight from pandemic to pandemonium
We gained some insights by slowing down. Before we go back to ‘normal,’ let’s think this through.
Local News
One-time payments of $1,250 proposed for some county workers
Another proposal by County Executive Somers would boost hourly pay by $4 for grocery store workers.
Life
Local businesses offer free drinks with proof of vaccination
Here’s where to get a beverage on the house in Snohomish County if you’ve been fully vaccinated against…
Opinion
Editorial: Lottery may be ticket to get more vaccinated
A vaccine’s protection should be enough, but to get more vaccinated, incentives can and do work.
Local News
Vaccine lottery’s first $250,000 winner to be picked Tuesday
And marijuana retailers can now offer a free joint to customers who get shots at on-site clinics.
Local News
County airport workers got early shot at vaccinations
In January, though they were ineligible, staff booked shots at Paine Field after the airport director’s go-ahead.
Local News
As vax rates ease, here come the prizes — including $1 million
Incentives range from big cash drawings to sports tickets and tuition. Drawings start next week.
Opinion
Comment: Virus study, manipulation need closer oversight
Virus research can lead to scientific breakthroughs, but there have long been concerns about lab leaks.
Local News
Washington no longer on pace to beat June 30 vaccine goal
Reaching 70% of adults with at least one shot would trigger the state to drop most COVID-19 restrictions.
Opinion
Comment: There’s no patriotism in refusing covid vaccine
Protecting ourselves and others in our lives needn’t be political and can show our love of country.
Local News
Vaccination rates in the county vary greatly by location
In some ZIP codes, the rate is as low as 38%. In more-urban areas, it’s as high as…
Opinion
Viewpoints: 5 tips for getting to better than ‘back to normal’
As we emerge from the pandemic and its limits, you have choices to make on what that looks…