BI-MONTHLY MEETINGS Arlington Masonic Lodge No.129 meets at 7:30 pm the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. There is…
HELPING HAND Kloz 4 Kidz Marysville United Methodist Church sponsors Marysville’s “Kloz 4 Kidz.” This is a free clothing center…
Glenn Orvis “Bob” Forbes was born in Silvana, Wa. on June 22, 1912 to Robert and Jean (Armstrong) Forbes. He…
MEETINGS Greater Marysville Artists’ Guild will hold their February 4th meeting at 6:30 PM in the Red Barn, Jennings Park,…
Marysville • Ken Baxter Senior/Community Center seeks Instructors The Ken Baxter Senior/Community Center is seeking people who are interested in…
HELPING HAND Kloz 4 Kidz Marysville United Methodist Church sponsors Marysville’s “Kloz 4 Kidz.” This is a free clothing center…
Johnadine A. Wolfe, 67, died Jan. 28, 2009 at her home in Arlington where she was a longtime and much…
ARLINGTON — Arlington School District Superintendent Dr. Kristine McDuffy delivered what she deemed her “first annual” State of the District Address to parents, staff and students alike, at Haller Middle School Jan. 22.
The deadline to deliver flood debris to collection sites in north Snohomish County has been extended to Feb. 16, according to Arlington’s emergency management coordinator Chris Badger.
I’ll be at home here in my chair
As I complete my seventh month on the job as the new superintendent of Arlington Public Schools, I reflect on what an amazing place this is — a rich history and strong foundation; incredible staff doing the hard work each and every day to ensure that every child can achieve their full potential; a deep excitement and hope for the future even with the ominous challenges we face. It’s an honor to be here and a privilege to serve.
Budget cuts larger than normal next year — Washington’s reliance on the sales tax means that economic slow downs cut revenue dramatically. For the first time in 30 years the state has cut school budgets mid year. The impact on this year is small, however the proposed impacts for next year are large. Typically we cut about $1 million per year to keep up with competitive salaries, cost of living and state funding reductions. The impact for next year is likely to be three times as great, or more.
Like most people, chances are you’re trying to spend less money these days. This probably means you’ve cut back on things you enjoy, such as eating out. But as one local restaurant owner told me “If you don’t come in to eat, we’ll both starve.” In my case this is true, since I am known to burn water. Everyone has days when it’s more convenient to go out for a meal, and sometimes it’s just nice to have someone else do the dishes. Your dining out also ensures that restaurants can stay in business and provide jobs.
