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Stanwood calls for artists for new public piece

The artwork will be installed in Depot Park as part of the city’s downtown revitalization project.

Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Images from the flooding in Snohomish County.

EVERETT — Our photographers have spent this week documenting the flooding in Snohomish County. Please check out their…

Water from the Snohomish River covers Lowell Snohomish River Road and inundates properties to the west on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Federal government grants emergency aid for Washington flood response

The approval by President Donald Trump allows FEMA to step in with federal assistance

Layla Li (left) and Tatiana Carrillo Parra celebrate their admission to Washington State University on Dec. 5 at Arlington High School during an On-the-Spot Admissions event. (Provided photo)

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Arlington seniors accepted to college ‘on-the-spot’

Eight students were admitted to Washington State University during the special admissions event.

Jsason Phipps of the City of Mount Vernon tightens straps on the flood wall along the Skagit River in downtown Mount Vernon on Thursday. The river is forecast to crest on Friday morning after several days of heavy rain pushed waterways in the region to record levels. (Grant Hindsley/The New York Times)

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Record flooding forces rescues across Western Washington

Waterways crested at record levels in several flooded small towns across western Washington overnight, swamping roads and bridges…

The Snohomish County Public Utility District’s Commission approved its 2026 budget, which includes a rate increase for all customers. (Krysta Rasmussen/Snohomish PUD)

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Snohomish County’s utility district 2026 budget includes rate increases

Water and electricity bills will go up 2.5% on average to help offset a projected $15 million deficit.

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Monroe man pleads guilty after forcing woman smuggled into U.S. to do unpaid labor

On Thursday, Rangel Ramirez-Manzano, 57, pleaded guilty to the federal felony of harboring an alien for financial gain.

A view of downtown Everett facing north on Oct. 14, 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett expands Downtown Improvement District

The district, which collects rates to provide services for downtown businesses, will now include more properties along Pacific…

A rendering of possible configuration for a new multi-purpose stadium in downtown Everett. (DLR Group)

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Everett council resolution lays out priorities for proposed stadium

The resolution directs city staff to, among other things, protect the rights of future workers if they push…

LifeWise Bibles available for students in their classroom set up at New Hope Assembly on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Parents back Everett district after LifeWise lawsuit threat

Dozens gathered at a board meeting Tuesday to voice their concerns over the Bible education program that pulls…

Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Flood resources: Where to find emergency shelter, sandbags

As the county remains under flood warnings due to record-breaking river flows, cities are offering resources for those…

A “danger” sign hangs on the fence surrounding the recently burned Wiggums Hollow playground on Nov 19 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett approves $500K repair of Wiggums Hollow Park

The north Everett park’s playground was destroyed in an October fire.

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Lynnwood to close City Hall lobby next week

Residents who need to visit City Hall should contact city staff ahead of time to schedule an appointment.

Bob Hammond wades through the water covering Main Street on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Live Updates: Boating home on Skywall Drive

Key developments:Snohomish Regional Fire Rescue: 26 people rescued since Wednesday evening.Rescue swimmers help evacuate Snohomish residents and pets.Skykomish…

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EvergreenHealth Monroe appoints new chief medical and quality officer

Dr. Scott Stuart has worked as a hospitalist at EvergreenHealth Medical Center in Kirkland since 2005.

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Community Transit to host ‘Stuff-a-Bus’ donation event

Working with Volunteers of America Western Washington, the donation drive will take place in Monroe Friday and Saturday.

Lynnwood

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Lynnwood City Council seeks applicants to fill vacancy

Council member George Hurst will begin his mayoral term Jan. 1, leaving Position 6 vacant. Applications are due…

Everett

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Everett Transit, VOAWW, to partner for annual donation drive

The yearly “Stuff a Bus” tradition brings together unionized transit workers and local volunteers to collect toys and…

Diane Grossenbacher, an office manger at Lynndale Elementary School, rallys outside of the Edmonds School District building before a meeting to push for the district for a contract on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Edmonds office professionals reach three months with no contract

The district hasn’t agreed to the union’s top demands, including more office secretary time and a wage increase…

Inside one of the classrooms at Liberty Elementary on May 29 in Marysville. The Marysville School District closed schools, moved from a K-5 to a K-6 education model, cut staffing and limited non-essential spending to improve its financial situation. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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State eases Marysville schools oversight

A letter from Superintendent Chris Rykdal says the district’s financial situation has ‘dramatically improved.’