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Pedestrians try to navigate the snow and slush covering the roads and sidewalks along 100th Avenue West on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish County Public Works provides winter weather reminders

Snow and ice could be right around the corner, which means snowplows, closed roads and possible emergencies.

 

Light Up Your Holidays will take place 4-7 p.m. Saturday in Stanwood, 8727 271st St. NW. (Photo by Lisa J. Bruce Photography)

Stanwood is lighting up the holidays

The city’s annual tree lighting event is scheduled for Saturday, with food, reindeer, music and Santa.

 

Ian Meyer listens to speakers during a World AIDS Day event at the AIDS Memorial on the Snohomish County Campus on Dec. 1, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish County walks for World AIDS Day

Holding candles, officials and residents traveled from the health department to the newly made AIDS memorial.

 

Rumbaugh sworn in as Marysville superintendent

She served as interim superintendent since March. Her permanent contract is through June 2028.

Santa to ride a fire engine in Arlington and Stanwood

The North County Regional Fire Authority’s Santa Run kicks off Dec. 5 to benefit local food banks.

Thanks to the ADA, curb ramps have gentler slopes and road crossings that beep or click. (Herald file)

Public Works committee seeks five new members

Applicants must live in Snohomish County and have a basic understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Thanks to the ADA, curb ramps have gentler slopes and road crossings that beep or click. (Herald file)
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Marysville seeks candidates for two open positions

The Marysville Parks Board and Planning Commission is seeking volunteers to fill two open positions, a press release said. The city’s Parks, Culture… Continue reading

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Decorations from the Evergreen State Fair Park holiday event in 2024. (Provided photo)

Evergreen State Fair Park is hoping to spark holiday cheer

The four-day event will include holiday inflatables, rentable igloos, music, dance and fire pits.

Decorations from the Evergreen State Fair Park holiday event in 2024. (Provided photo)
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Volunteers of America to launch new local service helpline

VOAWW Connect will link Snohomish and Skagit counties to food, housing, behavioral health and other vital resources.

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Nathan Packard joins the Lake Stevens City Council

He replaces Kurt Hilt, who was appointed in July after the death of Marcus Tageant.

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Visitors walk while looking at lights at the Tulalip Lights and Ice event on Saturday in Tulalip. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Tulalip unveils the largest holiday lights display in Washington

The Tulalip Lights & Ice event started Saturday with holiday music, food, ice skating and 9.7 million lights.

Visitors walk while looking at lights at the Tulalip Lights and Ice event on Saturday in Tulalip. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Stanwood Police Department graduates its first Community Academy class

The 22 participants received a challenge coin and heard from the Snohomish County sheriff during the ceremony.

Arlington High School class of ‘65 donates reunion money to food bank

Arlington classmates decided to donate the funds and make the 60th reunion their last formal gathering.

Stratton Atwood, 3, stands next to a reindeer at the Tulalip Lights and Ice event on November 22, 2025 in Tulalip, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Tulalip unveils the largest holiday lights display in Washington

The Tulalip Lights & Ice event started Saturday with holiday music, food, ice skating and 9.7 million lights.

Stratton Atwood, 3, stands next to a reindeer at the Tulalip Lights and Ice event on November 22, 2025 in Tulalip, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)
Roger Sharp looks over memorabilia from the USS Belknap in his home in Marysville on Nov. 14, 2025. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

‘A gigantic inferno’: 50 years later, Marysville vet recalls warship collision

The USS Belknap ran into the USS John F. Kennedy on Nov. 22, 1975. The ensuing events were unforgettable.

Roger Sharp looks over memorabilia from the USS Belknap in his home in Marysville on Nov. 14, 2025. (Will Geschke / The Herald)
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Snohomish County Council seeks to appoint District Court judge

Tam Bui earned a role on the state’s Court of Appeals, leaving her District Court seat open.

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Marysville School District close to naming permanent superintendent

The board is expected to appoint Deborah Rumbaugh on Dec. 1 after voting to approve contract negotiations Monday.

Deborah Rumbaugh (Provided photo)

Snohomish County Council recognizes the anti-bullying Buddy Bowl

The inclusive sports event will partner with the North Cascade Youth Football League for the first time.

Arlington educators receive grants from the Arlington Education Foundation at a school board meeting on Nov. 10. (Provided photo)

Arlington schools earn mini grants totalling over $20,000

A record 33 programs across the school district received awards up to $1,250.

Arlington educators receive grants from the Arlington Education Foundation at a school board meeting on Nov. 10. (Provided photo)

Monroe Covenant Church rejoices 120 years

While the name and building have changed, the location has not. The celebration occurs Saturday and Sunday.