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Why does this Snohomish stream turn orange?
Locals have long attributed French Creek’s hue to organic discharge. But a recent study points to another culprit.
Connor Zamora
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Lake Stevens pitches $314M bond for ‘tomorrow’s learner’
In November, voters will decide on a proposal to add an extra $29 per month in property taxes…
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Mukilteo fire therapy dog is one step to ‘making things better’
“Firefighters have to deal with a lot of people’s worst days,” Derek Landis said. That’s where Amani comes…
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Last gasp of summer to come to Snohomish County later this week
After a wet spell, temperatures were expected to creep back up this week, including 90s in Darrington and…
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South Everett program sending kids on boat adventure could soon end
A state grant made “Everett at Sea” free for Casino Road families who couldn’t afford the expense. However,…
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Snohomish County first-time teachers prep for first day
Three of the area’s newest recruits share how they’ve been gearing up for school.
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Everett council approves buyouts amid financial woes
The buyout measure comes after voters rejected a property tax levy lid lift. Officials said at least 131…
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Hiring freeze, school sports cuts on the table in Marysville
The move by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction is the latest attempt to help the district…
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Second Marysville school board member resigns
Beth Hoiby said in a statement, “I don’t feel adequately equipped to deal with the ongoing struggles that…
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‘Big Shaker’ quake simulator coming to Marysville
People can see what’s billed as the world’s largest mobile earthquake simulator 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday…
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Everett will have its own Chamber of Commerce once again
City council approved $600,000 to launch new version of chamber by 2025.
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Everett to Marysville HOV lane opens to mixed reviews
Not everybody is happy with the project to ease the commute between the two cities.
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Everett City Council mulls revival of city’s chamber of commerce
Proponents say it will bolster small businesses, provide localized resources, and bring additional revenue to the city.
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It’s a bird. It’s a plane. No, it’s Michigan’s Kim Knor, 85.
The skydiving Hall of Famer completed her 730th jump in Snohomish on Wednesday. Her friend said, “I think…
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After tax measure failure, Everett could offer buyouts
In the face of a growing budget deficit, the city may have to make increasingly dire decisions to…
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Marysville schools face ‘rare and alarming’ audit
The state auditor: “The most alarming audit of a public school’s finances in 17 years.” The district: Audit…
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Taste of Edmonds draws culinary crowds
The annual event hosts some of Edmonds’ most reputable restauranteurs, live entertainment and family-friendly festivities.
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Everett property tax measure appears headed for defeat
In a statement Wednesday, Mayor Cassie Franklin said the vote “will impact our community in negative ways.”
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Real estate interests raise $27K to fight Everett property tax hike
Yard signs have dotted streets in recent weeks pushing back against the proposed 44% property tax increase.
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New life sprouts in decrepit Marysville Pilchuck greenhouse
The greenhouse deteriorated for years after the school’s agriculture program died. Two teachers are trying to rehabilitate it.