The Miles Companies’ new logo is on the left. The former logos are on the right.

The Miles Companies’ new logo is on the left. The former logos are on the right.

Briefs: Parent company of Concrete Nor’West updates brand

Parent company of Concrete Nor’West updates brand

The Miles Companies, of which Concrete Nor’West in Snohomish County is a division, have updated their brand. The 73-year-old firm’s red-and-green striped mixer trucks have dropped the green in lieu of the charcoal grey to represent the products offered. The signature stripes have also been replaced with a bold M icon in a contemporary font.

UW president to speak to EvCC foundation

University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce is the keynote speaker for the Everett Community College Foundation benefit breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on April 26. Cauce, a longtime UW professor and administrator, became the first woman to permanently lead the institution in October . The breakfast is at EvCC’s Student Fitness Center. RSVP by April 21 to foundation@everettcc.edu or call 425-388-9434.

Sno-Isle Libraries honors 38 volunteers

Sno-Isle Libraries has honored 38 of its volunteers with President’s Volunteer Service Awards. Together, these local volunteers have contributed a total of more than 5,400 hours to serve the 21 community libraries, online services, and Library on Wheels program that make up Sno-Isle Libraries. For a complete list of award recipients, click here.

United Way to continue offering tax help through April 16

United Way of Snohomish County’s Free Tax Preparation will continue service through April 16 at sites in Everett, Lynnwood, Marysville and Monroe. This free no-appointment-needed service is available for households earning $62,000 or less. To find out more about hours, dates, and locations, visit this site or call 211 for information and referrals.

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