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Tiffany will perform at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Historic Everett Theatre. (File photo)

Tiffany, Flight Patterns, a Sherlock Holmes mystery and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County

 

The Wagoneer S is an electric midsize luxury SUV, and it’s a Jeep.

Jeep adds Limited model to Wagoneer S electric SUV

The extra trim offers buyers an opportunity to own a Wagoneer S at a more affordable price.

 

Brandon Tepley does a signature Butch pose while holding a vintage Butch head outside of his job at Mukilteo Elementary where he is dean of students on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The secret life of Butch T. Cougar, WSU mascot

Mukilteo school dean Brandon Tepley and other mascots talk about life inside — and after — the WSU suit.

 

Stanley is an Italian-type variety of plum. (Dave Wilson)

The Golfing Gardener: Precocious Plums

As promised, I will continue to delve into the wonderful world of fruits this week and pontificate on plums. These tasty treats bring many of… Continue reading

  • Jan 27, 2026
  • By Trevor Cameron C.P.H.
Stanley is an Italian-type variety of plum. (Dave Wilson)

‘A story worth telling’: Snohomish County did it before Woodstock

Local author J.D. Howard reminds readers of The Sky River Rock Festival, a forgotten music milestone.

Freshened design for the 2026 Kia Sportage compact SUV includes new front and rear bumpers.

2026 Kia Sportage loads up on new tech features

Changes revolve around the infotainment and driver assistance systems.

Freshened design for the 2026 Kia Sportage compact SUV includes new front and rear bumpers.
Curtis Salgado will perform at the Historic Everett Theatre on Friday. (Dena Flows)

Curtis Salgado, Flight Patterns, 9 to 5 and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County

Curtis Salgado will perform at the Historic Everett Theatre on Friday. (Dena Flows)
A peach tree branch with buds. (Sunnyside Nursery)

The Golfing Gardener: What a Peach!

One of the true pleasures in the world of gardening has always been and will continue to be cultivating edible food. Toiling in that soil… Continue reading

  • Jan 20, 2026
  • By Trevor Cameron C.P.H.
A peach tree branch with buds. (Sunnyside Nursery)
Kevin Stevens, a resident of Three Rivers Mobile Home Park, talks about the damage his home endured due to flooding on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

A month after the floods, residents try to return to normal

Recovery resources are available, including funds to replace damaged or lost items.

Kevin Stevens, a resident of Three Rivers Mobile Home Park, talks about the damage his home endured due to flooding on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The 2026 Subaru Outback is a seventh-generation version of the popular SUV.

Subaru Outback completely remodeled for 2026

The two-row midsize SUV leaves its former wagon design in the dust.

The 2026 Subaru Outback is a seventh-generation version of the popular SUV.
Washington State Department of Transportation avalanche technicians assess a slide on Hwy. 20 near Liberty Bell Mountain. (WSDOT photo)

Northwest Avalanche Center offers free Saturday course in Everett

Learn how to find avalanche forecasts and access avalanche risks at the Adopt A Stream Foundation’s Northwest Stream Center.

Washington State Department of Transportation avalanche technicians assess a slide on Hwy. 20 near Liberty Bell Mountain. (WSDOT photo)
Acclaimed blues guitarist and singer-songwriter Ana Popovic will perform Saturday at the Historic Everett Theatre. (Giulia Ciappa)

Ana Popovic, 9 to 5, fiber art and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County

Acclaimed blues guitarist and singer-songwriter Ana Popovic will perform Saturday at the Historic Everett Theatre. (Giulia Ciappa)
Sarcococca blooming early. (Sunnyside Nursery)

The Golfing Gardener: The dilemma of dormancy

Winter may have just begun, but it has been a strange one for us thus far. We were blessed with a few frosts last week,… Continue reading

  • Jan 13, 2026
  • By Trevor Cameron C.P.H.
Sarcococca blooming early. (Sunnyside Nursery)

Rotary Club of Everett honors Students of the Month for the fall semester

Each month during the school year, the Rotary Club of Everett recognizes and celebrates outstanding high school students in the city of Everett for their… Continue reading

  • Jan 12, 2026
The 2026 Kia Carnival multi-purpose vehicle has minivan practicality and SUV-like design.

2026 Kia Carnival carries on with practicality, design

The unique MPV offers minivan utility and SUV styling.

The 2026 Kia Carnival multi-purpose vehicle has minivan practicality and SUV-like design.
People try to navigate their cars along a flooded road near US 2 on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Temporary flood assistance center to open in Sultan

Residents affected by December’s historic flooding can access multiple agencies and resources.

People try to navigate their cars along a flooded road near US 2 on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Jana Clark picks out a selection of dress that could be used for prom on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

A basement closet in Snohomish is helping people dress for life’s biggest moments — for free

Call her a modern fairy godmother: Jana Clark runs a free formalwear closet from her home, offering gowns, tuxes and sparkle.

Jana Clark picks out a selection of dress that could be used for prom on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
PHOTOS BY Olivia Vanni / The Herald
Dwellers Drinkery co-owners and family outside of their business on Sept. 25 in Lake Stevens.

Welcome to Dwellers Drinkery in Lake Stevens

Make yourself at home with family-friendly vibe and craft brews.

  • Jan 9, 2026
  • By Aaron Swaney Special to The Herald
  • Lake Stevens
PHOTOS BY Olivia Vanni / The Herald
Dwellers Drinkery co-owners and family outside of their business on Sept. 25 in Lake Stevens.
Bob Danson, the general manager of the Olympic View Water and Sewer District, speaks to the Edmonds City Council in favor of an updated critical areas ordinance on Tuesday, Jan. 6 in Edmonds, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Edmonds adopts Critical Areas Ordinance with new aquifer area restrictions

After months of back and forth, the city council approved updates that proponents say better protect the town’s drinking water.

Bob Danson, the general manager of the Olympic View Water and Sewer District, speaks to the Edmonds City Council in favor of an updated critical areas ordinance on Tuesday, Jan. 6 in Edmonds, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Sheena Easton, 9 to 5, fiber art, and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County