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Deputies arrest 15-year-old after Lynnwood area shooting Sunday

The incident comes as police continue to search for a suspect in the shooting of a Meadowdale High…

Dance instructor Antonio Samayo dips student Alexis Bartsch during her lesson at the Arthur Murray Dance Center on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Arthur Murray Dance Studio is all about ‘Puttin’ on the Ritz’

Studio in Everett offers lessons in smooth moves.

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Everett utilities to switch to monthly meter readings

A transition period of three longer-than-usual 40-day billing cycles will mean some residents may see temporarily higher bills.

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Government

Everett distributes annual human needs grants

The city allocated about $338,000 worth of grants to service providers across the city.

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The Mukilteo Lighthouse. Built in 1906, it’s one of the most iconic landmarks in Snohomish County.

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Mukilteo to consider lease of waterfront property

The city could lease the land to a developer or build a park there. The move is part…

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Education

Mukilteo Schools Foundation names new executive director

Diane Bradford, a former communications director at the Mukilteo School District, will lead the nonprofit.

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin speaks at the 2026 State of the City address on Thursday in Everett. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Everett mayor talks annexation, stadium at keynote speech

The mayor also announced a new Boys & Girls Club in a south Everett park, as well as…

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Man involved in drug trafficking with his brother sentenced to 3.5 years

The brothers were involved in a drug trafficking conspiracy from 2022 to 2025 throughout Western Washington.

Meagan Scheeprs, left, reaches out to catch a stuffed animal thrown by Rachelle Keiser at one of their booths at the Evergreen State Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Evergreen State Fair vendor applications are open

Food and commercial vendors, artisans and nonprofits are invited, especially those offering something unique.

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Stanwood dancers prepare for world championships

Rachel Long and Madison Welte were selected to represent Team USA in a tap dance competition in Prague.

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Addison Tubbs washes her cow Skor during load-in before the start of the Evergreen State Fair in August 2024 in Monroe.

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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.

Two students walk along a path through campus in 2022 at Everett Community College in Everett. A proposed $14 million statewide cut to Running Start would amount to a $200,000 to $300,000 budget reduction at Everett Community College, limiting the number of classes the college can pay for per student. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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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…

Director of the Office of Public Defense Jason Schwarz sits in his office at the Snohomish County Superior Courthouse on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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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.

Students walk outside of Everett High School in September 2025 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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…

A car drives along 76th Avenue West past the City of Lynnwood’s water reclamation facility on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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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.

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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…

The entrance to the new Tapped Public House at the Port of Everett on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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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…

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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.

Everett Fire Captain D.J. Neyens, who is battling Multiple Myeloma, plans to participate in the Firefighter Stairclimb on March 8, 2026 to support Blood Cancer United. (Photo courtesy of D.J. Neyens)

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For Everett fire captain, Firefighter Stairclimb is personal

D.J. Neyens refuses to let blood cancer keep him away from Sunday’s Firefighter Stairclimb.