More than 2,000 new cases of pertussis, also known as “whooping cough,” have been reported since the state Secretary of Health declared an epidemic on April 3. The epidemic is up to 2,883 reported cases and remains active, especially in Snohomish County, as state health officials urge vaccination and other disease prevention measures.
ARLINGTON — Linda M. Byrnes assumed the duties of president of the Rotary Club of Arlington for the 2012-13 club year on July 1.
Also installed in leadership positions were Bucky Tart as president-elect, Cindy Huleatt as vice president, Pamela Beaton as treasurer, Brad Giles as secretary and John Peeters as past president, as well as committee chairs Jody Nelson in administration, Kathy McCone in the foundation, Duane Rhodes in membership, A.J. Chase in public relations and Bruce Stedman in service.
A backpack containing a fuel-siphoning tube was found and turned into the police department.
A bright, sunny day with temperatures in the mid-60s proved to be a great climate for the 24 teams that registered for Arlington’s annual Pedal, Paddle, Puff Triathlon at Haller Park on July 4.
According to the Center For Disease Control the academic success of America’s youth is strongly linked with their health. Academic success is an excellent indicator for the overall well-being of our youth and an overall predictor of student future academic achievement and adult health.
The Port Gardner Vintage Auto Club recently presented more than $6,000 in funds to representatives of various area community groups, as proceeds from last year’s Arlington Drag Strip Reunion and Car Show, and is already gearing up for this year’s reunion and car show.
People Helping Horses recently received a $19,500 grant from PetSmart Charities to help with an especially challenging set of horse seizures.
In order to fully understand the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Affordable Health Care Act, one has to understand what the Supreme Court actually is authorized to do under the Constitution. It is only authorized to rule on the “constitutionality” of anything brought before it.
ARLINGTON — The Arlington Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a person of interest in a suspicious death that occurred on Saturday, June 30.
Dorothy was born July 25, 1917 in Silvana, WA to John B. and Ruth M. Knutson; she passed away July…
Arlington Police are investigating a death in the 16800 block of Smokey Point Blvd.
