Will Geschke

An excavator digs in front of Chick-fil-a along 88th Street on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Chick-fil-A, 7-Eleven construction takes over Marysville intersection

At 88th Street NE and 36th Avenue NE, the Chick-fil-A is adding more drive-thru space. Meanwhile, 7-Eleven is removing tanks.

 

The Everett Library’s pufferfish floats on top of some decorative coral in the library fish tank on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Puffer has lived 2 lifetimes at Everett library. It’s time to celebrate.

The library is hosting a ‘Pufferfish Day’ on Saturday in honor of the sometimes lethargic blowfish.

 

A view of one of the potential locations of the new Aquasox stadium on Monday, Feb. 26, 2024 in Everett, Washington. The site sits between Hewitt Avenue, Broadway, Pacific Avenue and the railroad. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett takes next step toward new AquaSox stadium

No decisions were made on the cost, location or even if the stadium would be built. Those are still to come.

 

Marysville School District Superintendent Zachary Robbins speaks during an event kicking off a pro-levy campaign in January 2023 at the Marysville Historical Society Museum in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Ousted Marysville superintendent to get over $400K in severance

The district also promised to pay his attorney fees in the event of a lawsuit over his actions as superintendent.

Marysville School District Superintendent Zachary Robbins speaks during an event kicking off a pro-levy campaign in January 2023 at the Marysville Historical Society Museum in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A view of the 340,000-square-foot business park along Harbour Heights Parkway on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Mukilteo council denies controversial rezone for up to 200 homes

Some of the property is currently used for office space. Residents spoke out in droves against the rezone.

A view of the 340,000-square-foot business park along Harbour Heights Parkway on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Sold signs hang on the corners of multiple newly constructed homes along Poplar Way on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Mountlake Terrace homes sell faster than anywhere else, report says

The city of just over 21,000 is desirable for its location and more affordable starter homes, real estate agents said.

Sold signs hang on the corners of multiple newly constructed homes along Poplar Way on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The Marysville School District office on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

After uproar, Marysville reinstates school swim program

The district’s new program includes a new 12-week lesson plan and increased supervision.

The Marysville School District office on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Attendees view the lower part of the Bernie Kai-Kai Salmon Hatchery operated by the Tulalip Tribes on Thursday on the Tulalip Reservation. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

‘A blessing’: Tulalip celebrates money to improve hatchery

The federal dollars from the Inflation Reduction Act were part of $240 million distributed to 27 tribes in the Northwest.

Attendees view the lower part of the Bernie Kai-Kai Salmon Hatchery operated by the Tulalip Tribes on Thursday on the Tulalip Reservation. (Will Geschke / The Herald)
Jan James, a material processing specialist team lead who has been with Boeing for 22 years, uses a small megaphone to encourage drivers to honk in support of workers picketing along Airport Road on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Nearly 3 weeks into strike, resolve remains for Boeing workers

Union workers have picketed in front of Boeing for 19 straight days. They are willing to stay longer.

Jan James, a material processing specialist team lead who has been with Boeing for 22 years, uses a small megaphone to encourage drivers to honk in support of workers picketing along Airport Road on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen is reflected in a countertop as he pulls out a bullseye shirt at the start of his 2025 budget presentation at the Edmonds Waterfront Center on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds could lose 46 jobs, other cuts looming amid budget woes

Mayor Mike Rosen presented a draft 2025 budget Tuesday, including plans for a levy next year to address a $13 million deficit.

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen is reflected in a countertop as he pulls out a bullseye shirt at the start of his 2025 budget presentation at the Edmonds Waterfront Center on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Gavin Doyle talks about the issues he ran into when he started looking into having a flashing light crosswalk installed along Lockwood Road in front of Lockwood Elementary School over 10 years ago on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024 in Bothell, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

10 years later, a safer crosswalk near a Bothell-area school

Parents at Lockwood Elementary spent 10 years seeking a crosswalk safety upgrade. Snohomish County employees finally installed it last week.

Gavin Doyle talks about the issues he ran into when he started looking into having a flashing light crosswalk installed along Lockwood Road in front of Lockwood Elementary School over 10 years ago on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024 in Bothell, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Investors claim Everett firm used a Ponzi scheme

Plaintiffs alleged the business, WaterStation Technology, fraudulently raised $130 million from investors.

Geschke in The Daily Herald newsroom. (Mike Henneke/The Herald)

Daily Herald hires new general assignment reporter

The new reporter, Will Geschke, previously worked at The News-Review in Roseburg, Oregon.

Geschke in The Daily Herald newsroom. (Mike Henneke/The Herald)
Everett City Council President Don Schwab speaks at Wednesday's budget meeting in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Budget presentation spells out big cuts for Everett amid deficit

Next year’s budget isn’t finalized, but the presentation gave a look at the sweeping cuts needed to balance Everett’s finances.

Everett City Council President Don Schwab speaks at Wednesday's budget meeting in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)
The Marysville School District office on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Marysville parents frustrated as district pauses swim program

The district cited safety concerns. Parents say the swimming pool is vital for students with disabilities.

The Marysville School District office on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)