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Zabel plans to bring farm toughness to Seattle

True to his on-the-farm nature, Grey Zabel was rising early, grinding hard and kicking butt. The versatile tackle/guard/center at North Dakota State was dominating defensive… Continue reading

  • Apr 25, 2025
  • Gregg Bell, The News Tribune
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Offensive lineman Grey Zabel participates in a drill during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2025, in Indianapolis. (Stacy Revere / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Seahawks draft much-needed offensive lineman in first round

Seattle GM John Schneider stays at pick 18, drafts Grey Zabel of North Dakota State

  • Apr 25, 2025
  • Gregg Bell, The News Tribune
  • Seahawks
Offensive lineman Grey Zabel participates in a drill during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2025, in Indianapolis. (Stacy Revere / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)
Michael Arroyo of the Everett AquaSox is surrounded by teammates after his walk-off home run against Vancouver at Funko Filed on Thursday, April 24, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Shari Sommerfeld, Everett AquaSox)

Arroyo hits walkoff homer for AquaSox

The Everett AquaSox defeated the Vancouver Canadians 4-3 in walk-off fashion on Thursday afternoon in front of a season-high 2,602 at Funko Field.… Continue reading

Michael Arroyo of the Everett AquaSox is surrounded by teammates after his walk-off home run against Vancouver at Funko Filed on Thursday, April 24, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Shari Sommerfeld, Everett AquaSox)
Lake Stevens’ Julian Wilson runs out of the box on a base knock during a game on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Prep baseball roundup for Thursday, April 24

A late comeback nets Lake Stevens a key league win.

Lake Stevens’ Julian Wilson runs out of the box on a base knock during a game on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Prep roundup for Thursday, April 24

Doubles domination powers Kamiak girls tennis to win.

Prep softball roundup for Thursday, April 24

Walkoff single powers Arlington to comeback win.

Comment: Ukraine holds no cards because Trump dealt them away

The U.S., more interested in a reset with Russia, is calling Ukraine to take a deal designed to fail.

Courts must push for Abrego Garcia’s return to U.S.

The role of government is not to cancel or break things but to make life better for its people. Leadership means doing the hard work… Continue reading

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Editorial cartoons for Friday, April 25

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

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A Mitsubishi Electric heat pump is installed on the wall of a home on Sep. 7, 2023, near Langley, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Kicking Gas urges households to get in line for subsidies while funds last

The climate justice group has enough funding to aid 80 households with making the transition to heat pumps and electric ranges

A Mitsubishi Electric heat pump is installed on the wall of a home on Sep. 7, 2023, near Langley, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

LifeWise program is taking time from student’s studies

As a former educator fpr the Everett Public Schools, I was alarmed to read that the Christian LifeWise program, is being held off-campus for kids… Continue reading

Schwab: Who saw this coming? said no one but Senate Republicans

Take your pick of agency heads; for those who advise and consent, there was no sign of trouble ahead.

Everett Fire Department’s color guard Jozef Mendoza, left, and Grady Persons, right, parade the colors at the end of the ceremony on Worker’s Memorial Day on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish County officials honor Worker’s Memorial Day

Work-related injuries kill thousands of people nationwide every year.

Everett Fire Department’s color guard Jozef Mendoza, left, and Grady Persons, right, parade the colors at the end of the ceremony on Worker’s Memorial Day on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Prep track & field roundup for Thursday, April 24

Edmonds-Woodway sweeps boys and girls dual meets.

Everett Silvertips’ defenseman Landon DuPont celebrates after scoring during Game 7 of the second round of the WHL playoffs against the Portland Winterhawks on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Tips’ Landon DuPont named WHL Rookie of the Year

The 15-year-old defenseman becomes the third Everett player to win the award.

Everett Silvertips’ defenseman Landon DuPont celebrates after scoring during Game 7 of the second round of the WHL playoffs against the Portland Winterhawks on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Seattle Kraken center Matty Beniers (10) skates in from of fans at Climate Pledge Arena. (Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Kraken slash ticket prices for next season

A couple of years ago, the Seattle Kraken’s top business executives sat in an office and gazed upon a ceramic whiteboard. Workshopped ideas for sustaining… Continue reading

  • Apr 24, 2025
  • Rob Rossi, The Athletic
  • Kraken
Seattle Kraken center Matty Beniers (10) skates in from of fans at Climate Pledge Arena. (Getty Images / Tribune News Services)
The Portland Winterhawks celebrate scoring during game seven of the second round of the WHL playoffs on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Silvertips reflect on missed opportunity after strong season

Everett’s exit meetings on Wednesday create closure after second-round exit to Portland.

The Portland Winterhawks celebrate scoring during game seven of the second round of the WHL playoffs on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Edmonds to host open house for 2025 draft development code updates

The event will provide residents with information about middle housing and neighborhood centers and hubs.

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Lynnwood councilor Joshua Binda speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

County auditor dismisses challenge to Lynnwood Council VP’s residency

The auditor found a challenge to Josh Binda’s voter registration didn’t have enough evidence to prove he doesn’t live at his listed address.

Lynnwood councilor Joshua Binda speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Washington State Department of Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn speaks during the Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s Annual Meeting and Awards events on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Tulalip, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Commerce boss: How Washington state can make it easier for small businesses

Joe Nguyen made the remarks Wednesday during the annual meeting of the Economic Alliance Snohomish County and the Snohomish County Awards

Washington State Department of Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn speaks during the Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s Annual Meeting and Awards events on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Tulalip, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)