Louise Grevstad, 79, with her free ice cream outside of Safeway on Thursday, May 30, 2024, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Edmonds woman screamed — and got her free Safeway ice cream

Louise Grevstad, 79, was shut out from deals because she doesn’t have a smartphone. She didn’t think it…

Left to right, Everett Pride board members Ashley Turner, Bryce Laake, and Kevin Daniels pose for a photo at South Fork Bakery in Everett, Washington on Sunday, May 26, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Second Everett Pride aims for even bigger rainbow of festivities

Organizers estimated about 3,000 people attended the first block party in Everett. This year, they’re aiming for 10,000.

Sam Schrantz waves a transgender pride flag during the Stanwood-Camano Pride event at Freedom Park in Camano, Washington on Saturday, June 1, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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She was a ‘lone soul’ before starting a Pride event for rural Snohomish County

In recent years, groups have led celebrations in Stanwood, Arlington, Lake Stevens and elsewhere — cities where “we…

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For older adults, alcohol poses a higher-than-normal risk to health

As we age, our bodies become less tolerant of alcohol, which can lead to falls, automobile accidents and…

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Debunking the mystery of the missing hotel refund

Why didn’t Jessica Radosevic get her refund from Traveluro? Could it have to do with the credit card…

Nedra Vranish, left, and Karen Thordarson, right browse colorful glass flowers at Fuse4U during Sorticulture on Friday, June 7, 2024, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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A promenade through Everett’s popular Sorticulture garden festival

Check out a gallery of the festival’s first day.

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Beyond the ruins, Ireland’s Ring of Kerry glows with 40 shades of green

While the ancient sights are fascinating and the history is educational, the landscape’s eternal beauty is the real…

Dolly Hunnicutt holds onto a metal raccoon cutout while looking through metal wildflowers at the Freeborn Metal Art booth during the first day of Sorticulture on Friday, June 9, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County

Sorticulture sets down roots all weekend in downtown Everett, and eight-piece funk-fusion band Cytrus comes to Kings Hall.

Gerry Davis holds an empty picture frame which she intends to put a photo of her sister Mary at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon, Washington on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Film shines light on missing Tulalip woman’s story — and larger crisis

“Missing From Fire Trail Road” spotlights the unsolved case of Mary Johnson-Davis. It premieres Saturday at the Tribeca…

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Great Plant Pick: Fuschia hawkshead

What: Hummingbird nirvana! Dainty white sepals, daubed with a splash of green on the tips, and pure white…

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As glassmaking was streamlined, Clevenger Brothers stuck by old techniques

From its medium blue color to its rough pontil mark, this hand-blown vase stays true to traditional glassmaking…

Bee covered with pollen on a yellow flower

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Pollinators make flowers bloom and gardens grow. Let’s give them a hand

By gardening with pollinators in mind, we can ensure our gardens — and the broader ecosystem — thrive…

Army Green is a new paint color for select trims of the 2024 Toyota RAV4 compact SUV. (Photo provided by Toyota)

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Toyota RAV4 reaching 30 years on the list of best sellers

The compact crossover was introduced when the term hadn’t been invented yet.

Left to right, Angelo Sarmiento, Jona Sarmiento, and Carlisle Sarmiento prepare to cut the cake during a first birthday party at Costco in Lake Stevens, Washington on Friday, May 31, 2024. Jona’s water broke in the store a year ago (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens ‘Costco baby’ celebrates first Costco-themed birthday

Jona Sarmiento was walking by the rotisserie chickens when her water broke. Now her baby is six times…

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I canceled my airline tickets months ago, so where’s my money?

After John Bernath cancels his flight, a Booking.com rep promises him a full refund. So, why hasn’t he…

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When it comes to lakeside scenery, Austria’s Hallstatt is worth its salt

This is “Sound of Music” country — idyllic and majestic, but not rugged. And it’s replete with fish…

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Childhood trauma can have profound effects on health, including weight

Simply disclosing experiences of childhood trauma and getting counseling can help adults cope and improve their health.

The best time to dig for razor clams is about two hours before or after low tide. On Thursday, March 14, 2024, Mocrocks Beach in Moclips, Washington, had a -0.3 tide at 10:12 a.m. By 9 a.m. the beach swarmed with clammers thumping their digging tubes against the sand to stir the razor clams into showing where they were hiding. (Brenda Mann Harrison / Special to Sound & Summit)

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Roadtrip to Moclips: razor clam digging with fries and grunge

We joined thousands of clammers in search of the tasty shellfish. Kurt Cobain’s memorial and Big Tom burgers…

Benson Boone (Photo provided by AEG Presents)

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Taylor Swift taps Monroe High grad Benson Boone to open London show

Boone, 21, has become a global pop star since his “American Idol” stint in 2021. “Beautiful Things” is…

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Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County

Peruse cool cars at Meadowdale High School in Lynnwood and take in a performance of the Olympic Ballet…