Tina Ruybal prepares ballots to be moved to the extraction point in the Snohomish County Election Center on Nov. 3, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Thursday update

Everett mayor race: Franklin likely winner as lead grows

Results Thursday night showed Cassie Franklin extended her lead over Scott Murphy to about 9% of the vote.

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Thursday update

Two Everett council incumbents retain seats, two others close

Everett council approves extension of ‘no sit, no lie’ law

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Thursday results

Hurst maintains slight lead in Lynnwood mayoral race

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Thursday update

Garrard to retain Edmonds school board seat

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Update

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Sports
Meadowdale senior Violet DuBois (3) turns towards the bench while celebrating with her teammates after winning the second set in the Mavericks' 3-1 win against Shorecrest in a District 1 3A Tournament Play-in match at Meadowdale High School on Nov. 6, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
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Meadowdale volleyball defeats Shorecrest in district play-in

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The back patio area and deck on Oct. 23, 2025 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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The Verdant Health Commission holds a meeting on Oct. 22, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Bothell man charged with the murder of his wife after Shoreline shooting

On Tuesday, the 43-year-old pleaded not guilty in King County Superior Court.

 

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Meadowdale senior Violet DuBois (3) turns towards the bench while celebrating with her teammates after winning the second set in the Mavericks' 3-1 win against Shorecrest in a District 1 3A Tournament Play-in match at Meadowdale High School on Nov. 6, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Sports

Meadowdale volleyball defeats Shorecrest in district play-in

The Mavericks take down the Scots 3-1 on Thursday after splitting season series.

 

Edmonds-Woodway’s Liliana Frank heads the ball above Shorecrest’s Cora Quinn during the game on Sept. 23, 2025 in Shoreline, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Sports

Edmonds-Woodway girls soccer downs Shorecrest, clinches State berth

The Warriors took down the Scots 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the state tournament for the first time since 2018.

 

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The back patio area and deck on Oct. 23, 2025 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
What's Up With That?

$6 million buys ‘Wow’ and a gleaming glass mansion in Mukilteo

Or for $650,000, score a 1960s tri-level home on Easy Street in Everett. Dishwasher included.

 

Connie Lodge Warren G, right, will join Too Short, Xzibit and Yung Joc on Saturday at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett.
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Warren G, Forest Songs, #IMOMSOHARD and more

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The Verdant Health Commission holds a meeting on Oct. 22, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Community Health organizations and food banks are funded by Swedish hospital rent.

 

Sound Sports Performance & Training owner Frederick Brooks inside his current location on Oct. 30, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood gym moves to the ground floor of Triton Court

Expansion doubles the space of Sound Sports and Training as owner Frederick Brooks looks to train more trainers.

 

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Tina Ruybal prepares ballots to be moved to the extraction point in the Snohomish County Election Center on Nov. 3, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Elections
Thursday update

Everett mayor race: Franklin likely winner as lead grows

Results Thursday night showed Cassie Franklin extended her lead over Scott Murphy to about 9% of the vote.

 

Elections
Thursday results

Hurst maintains slight lead in Lynnwood mayoral race

Council member George Hurst had the lead over incumbent Christine Frizzell with 51.5% of the vote after Thursday’s ballot drop.

 

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Best of Snohomish County
The Coastal Community Bank branch in Woodinville. (Contributed photo)

Top banks serving Snohomish County with excellence

A closer look at three financial institutions known for trust, service, and stability.

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Jeanne Hoek hangs clothing on racks at the Assistance League of Everett’s Thrift Store on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Explore three thrift stores that support local causes and conscious shopping.

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An autumn-themed display at Wagner Jewelers in Marysville. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Shine bright with Snohomish County’s top jewelry finds

Three dazzling shops where elegance, craft, and sparkle come together.

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The so-called “big, beautiful bill” that congressional Republicans approved in July included a total of $50 billion for the Rural Health Transformation Program. The money is meant to offset some of the expected damage to rural hospitals from the law’s steep cuts to Medicaid. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Washington makes pitch to feds for $1B in rural health funding

The money was included in Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill.” The state’s goals include strengthening the rural health workforce and improving care in tribal communities.

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A blue dasher dragonfly perches on a dried blade of grass on the waters edge of Lake Ballinger with a white water lily blossoming in the background on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Summer serenity

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The sun begins to set as people walk along the Edmonds Fishing Pier on Thursday, July 17, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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End of the day in Edmonds

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Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens President Eileen Simmons, left, and volunteer Debbie McCoy plant zinnias from Sunnyside Nursery in front of the entrance to the Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens on Thursday, July 10, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Making a colorful entrance

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People walk along Sunset Avenue as people below explore Brackett’s Landing North at sunset on Thursday, July 3, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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A sunset walk

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Port Angeles tour company to welcome more hikers with new location

Tour company plans to open ‘heart and soul of the operation’

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A local shares why autumn is the best-kept secret in this artsy waterfront town.

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The Methow Valley in North Central Washington draws visitors year-round for hiking, rafting, skiing and fly-fishing.

Twisp with a twist: Road-tripping to Washington’s Methow Valley

Welcome to Twisp, the mountain town that puts “fun, funky and friendly” on the map.

 

View of Liberty Bell Mountain from Washington Pass overlook where the North Cascades Highway descends into the Methow Valley. (Sue Misao)

Take the North Cascades Scenic Highway and do the Cascade Loop

This two-day road trip offers mountain, valley and orchard views of Western and Eastern Washington.

 

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