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The mystery ‘lady in the lighthouse’ isn’t spying on you
She and other watch for sea creatures during noisy pile driving that can ruin their appetite.
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Yes, Virginia, not all Santas are pale old white dudes
Representation matters as stores offer Saint Nick likenesses in a range of skin tones.
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A hot cup of apple cider led to severe burns for Everett boy
Mom credits help from Burned Children Recovery Foundation with help in her family’s time of need.
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For sale: Bulletproof island survival ranch and supply cache
The spread on Whidbey has an escape tunnel, workshop, 20,000 gallons of fuel and a lifetime supply of…
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How moms in a VW van achieved a civil rights milestone in ’71
Special needs students were refused an education until six trailblazers launched a campaign around Puget Sound.
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Starbucks red cup is Instagram gold for artist from Everett
Taylor Mattson, 27, designed a colorful holiday cup used worldwide in this coffee-est time of year.
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At last, $187 million Mukilteo ferry terminal to open Dec. 29
First, boats will suspend service for 13 hours to allow for finishing touches and training.
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Kula Cloth tries to wipe away the mountains of toilet paper
An Arlington woman’s “spiritual awakening via pee cloth” led to a popular product for outdoorsy women.
Life
Whidbey’s Georgia Gerber creates iconic shapes in bronze
She turns abstract forms into some of the region’s most beloved public art, including the Pike Place Market…
Business
Game over: After 10 years, last call at Everett’s AFK Tavern
The closing is due to COVID and the end of a lease. The owner hopes to reopen elsewhere…
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Don’t cry, don’t pout, mask up: Santa is still coming to town
The malls plan to have him in person and socially distanced. “We need holiday cheer,” says a mall…
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Lengthy power outage hits Whidbey Island and other areas
Friday the 13th winds knocked out power on Whidbey, Fidalgo and Camano islands.
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42 years later, he gives back to school that ‘saved my life’
James Abbott was a shy foster kid at Mariner High School. He went on to a successful career…
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Another toilet paper shortage? No, but hoarding has resumed
As COVID cases spike, so does demand for TP. Stores usually have a supply, but take only what…
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Last-minute votes roll in on a tense election day
Many in Snohomish County had more than just the presidential race in mind on Tuesday.
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Centenarian helps pick the prez: ‘If I can’t vote, who am I?’
Doris Callaghan, 100, and her avid roomies will stay up past their 7 p.m. bedtime on election night.
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The TikTok ‘Pumpkin Man’ of Lake Stevens dances to TV fame
After his pandemic layoff from Macy’s, Brett Kelly, 24, has been adding to his 1.4 million followers.
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Naked voting is OK. Just make sure you sign your ballot.
Weird laws and other fun facts about voting.
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Time to pick a president: Here’s why I vote the way I do
Red, blue and other voters share their reasons for who should lead the nation the next four years.
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Get your guinea pig costumed for trick-or-treat — if you can
Dressing up pets is no longer just for cats and dogs. Rodents can be mermaids and superheroes, too.