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‘It makes me angry’: Black students in Monroe report persistent racism
“Please help stop this racism,” a first-grade student told the Monroe school board Monday. Other kids reported racist slurs.

Marysville superintendent could start a month early
A June start means Zachary Robbins could weigh in on a $13.5 million budget shortfall and a parental consent policy for clubs.
Sports

Jackson softball seeks both historical 3-peat, new legacy
The T-wolves are looking to make history with a 3rd straight 4A title, but this year’s team largely features a whole new cast.

State track and field preview: A look at highly-ranked local athletes
A list of every local state qualifier with a top-five time or mark in their classification.
Food & Drink

Pie Dive Bar opens in Snohomish. Yep, it’s exactly how it sounds.
Open a dive bar, but make it a late night pie bakery.

A classic and simple recipe for sorrel soup
Visit your favorite farmers market to buy sorrel for this springtime recipe.
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Life in Snohomish County

A landmark steeped in 19th century history reopens on Whidbey
Beginning May 28, you can venture inside one of the state’s oldest buildings: The Jacob and Sarah Ebey House, which dates from the 1850s.

The secrets of cheap meals: frozen veggies and slow cookers
They not only stretch your food budget, but also timesaving godsends for busy parents. Here are three recipes to try.
Herald Business Journal

Former Rolls Royce executive to lead Everett aerospace firm
magniX, which builds electric aircraft motors, has hired Nuno Taborda as its next CEO.

A Turkish café served coffee next to Starbucks. They were told to move.
After years, Kismet Turkish Cafe Bakery’s owners say they were told to relocate in Alderwood mall due to a nearby Starbucks kiosk.
Opinion

Editorial: Return of wildfire season brings new concern
Utilities in the state will need to pay more attention to risks to powerlines from wind and trees.
Northwest

Alaska pilots authorize future strike if contract talks fail
The vote may increase pressure on Alaska Airlines management to come to a contract settlement.

Gov. Inslee tests positive for COVID, has mild symptoms
The governor is fully vaccinated, including two booster shots.
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Smokey Point Boulevard stretch closed for crash investigation
Former Rolls Royce executive to lead Everett aerospace firm
A Turkish café served coffee next to Starbucks. They were told to move.