Local News
New version of income tax bill gets WA governor’s blessing
The latest draft would further expand a tax credit for working families and make other significant changes.
Life
Evergreen State Fair vendor applications are open
Food and commercial vendors, artisans and nonprofits are invited, especially those offering something unique.
Local News
Stanwood dancers prepare for world championships
Rachel Long and Madison Welte were selected to represent Team USA in a tap dance competition in Prague.
Local News
Evergreen State Fair receives capital improvement grant
The state awarded $89,225 to help with the park’s list of 2026 repair and replacement projects.
Local News
State cuts could reduce local dual-credit programs
Lawmakers are mulling a $14 million cut to Running Start, which allows high school students to take community…
Local News
State grant exceeds expectations, funds more public defenders
Starting this year, caseloads need to be reduced by 10%. More attorneys are needed to cover the difference.
Education
Everett Public Schools sees more students taking AP classes
Participation in the advanced classes, along with test scores, have risen over the past five years, according to…
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Edmonds neighbors push back against Lynnwood sewage plant upgrades
The project, located in an Edmonds residential neighborhood, has some residents concerned about transparency and adverse environmental impacts.
Crime & Justice
Everett could add penalty for exposing children to drugs
Police say the new ordinance could close a gap in state law, which prohibits exposing children to methamphetamine…
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Nehring: ‘Current tax increase communication is not enough’
County Council member Nate Nehring announces proposal to increase public notification requirements when the council considers ordinances that…
Local News
Tapped Public House joins Restaurant Row’s ranks at the Port of Everett
The restaurant and taphouse offers family friendly dining as part of the port’s culinary expansion of the city’s…
Life
Tribute bands take center stage
From ABBA to ZZ Top, weekend rock stars give fans a low‑cost trip down memory lane.
Local News
Lynnwood to host State of the City event on March 26
Mayor George Hurst will give an address, and city staff will provide information about resources and upcoming events.
Local News
For Everett fire captain, Firefighter Stairclimb is personal
D.J. Neyens refuses to let blood cancer keep him away from Sunday’s Firefighter Stairclimb.
Government
Everett’s new deputy mayor wants ‘organized urgency’ amid coming change
Mike Fong, who brings a litany of experience to the role, is hoping to seize on regional growth…
Local News
UPDATED: A two alarm Everett apartment fire displaces 41 people Monday
Everett fire crews responded to reports of the apartment fire just before 4:30 a.m. Among the 41 displaced,…
Local News
UPDATE: Man, 72, dies after a March 2 altercation with roommate, 75
Aid personnel responded to a report of an unresponsive man in Lynnwood. The victim died from his injuries…
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Diver dies following distress call Saturday morning
Mukilteo fire crews attempted life-saving care, but the diver was pronounced dead at the scene.
Local News
Plane crashes into hanger on Saturday at Harvey Airfield
The two occupants of the plane were uninjured. A second aircraft was damaged inside the hangar.
Local News
Public Works accepting proposals for Granite Falls Bridge donation
For almost a century, it has served as a vital river crossing. Soon, it will be replaced and…