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Cars and Me

2020 Ford Expedition fits the bill for passengers, cargo, towing

Driver assistance features such as blind spot monitoring and lane keeping are now standard on all models.

 

Ask Dr. Paul: Fight pandemic blues with grace, gratitude and grit

Here’s how to build an attitudinal toolkit that will help you find your way through trying times.

 

Coronavirus outbreak

Gallery: Locked down, socially distant in Snohomish County

Daily Herald photographers share their images of life during the weeks-long stay-home order.

 

Rick Steves on foraging Europe’s markets for the perfect picnic

Your tummy will be full of delicious food and your mind will be stuffed with tasty memories.

I Brake for Moms

She reorganized the pantry to reduce food waste at home

With the help of a label maker, this mom is reorganizing foods by expiration date instead of type.

Virus Diary: When you prefer it anyway, staying in isn’t bad

Quarantine puts introverts right where they belong — safe at home.

  • May 24, 2020
Coronavirus outbreak

COVID-19 and contact tracing

Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.

Blue Oyster Cult’s “True Confessions,” a film of the band performing its “Agents of Fortune” album in its entirety, will be screened July 18 at the Historic Everett Theatre. (Associated Press)

All about music: Schedule of concerts around Snohomish County

Events listed here are scheduled to happen after May 31, when the stay-home order is slated to end. Check with each venue for the latest… Continue reading

Blue Oyster Cult’s “True Confessions,” a film of the band performing its “Agents of Fortune” album in its entirety, will be screened July 18 at the Historic Everett Theatre. (Associated Press)
See John Carl Ely’s “Moscophorous” and more in the first solo exhibition of Ely’s work since 1930 the Cascadia Art Museum in Edmonds.

Art events, galleries and exhibits around Snohomish County

Events listed here are scheduled to happen after May 31, when the stay-home order is slated to end. Check with each venue for the latest… Continue reading

See John Carl Ely’s “Moscophorous” and more in the first solo exhibition of Ely’s work since 1930 the Cascadia Art Museum in Edmonds.
Actors Morgan Peeler, Carissa Meisner Smit and Amy Gentry were randomly assigned to work with director Keith Gehrig at Phoenix Theatre’s 24 Hour Theatre Festival in 2017. (Phoenix Theatre)

Eight easy rules for putting on your own 24-hour play at home

Thespians Amy Gentry and Morgan Peeler turn their jobs into a game you can play with your kids.

Actors Morgan Peeler, Carissa Meisner Smit and Amy Gentry were randomly assigned to work with director Keith Gehrig at Phoenix Theatre’s 24 Hour Theatre Festival in 2017. (Phoenix Theatre)
The newest exhibit at the Museum of Pop Culture is ���Minecraft: The Exhibition,��� open through Sept. 7. (MoPop)

Family and kid-friendly events around Snohomish County

Events listed here are scheduled to happen after May 31, when the stay-home order is slated to end. Check with each venue for the latest… Continue reading

The newest exhibit at the Museum of Pop Culture is ���Minecraft: The Exhibition,��� open through Sept. 7. (MoPop)

Local jewelry maker offers artful pieces of Lockdown Love

Everett’s Melanie Brauner is a metalsmith and papermaker whose latest line is inspired by the coronavirus emergency.

Buster Keaton’s 1924 comedy “The Navigator” is scheduled to be screened July 11 at the Historic Everett Theatre. (Metro-Goldwyn)

Schedule of special film screenings around Snohomish County

Events listed here are scheduled to happen after May 31, when the stay-home order is slated to end. Check with each venue for the latest… Continue reading

Buster Keaton’s 1924 comedy “The Navigator” is scheduled to be screened July 11 at the Historic Everett Theatre. (Metro-Goldwyn)
Isabella Corsaro (Heidi), Kate Jaeger (Gretl), Jonas Winburn (Günter) and Kevin Vortmann (Hansel) star in Village Theatre’s production of “Hansel & Gretl & Heidi & Günter.” (Mark Kitaoka / Village Theatre)

Theater, dance and comedy shows around Snohomish County

Events listed here are scheduled to happen after May 31, when the stay-home order is slated to end. Check with each venue for the latest… Continue reading

Isabella Corsaro (Heidi), Kate Jaeger (Gretl), Jonas Winburn (Günter) and Kevin Vortmann (Hansel) star in Village Theatre’s production of “Hansel & Gretl & Heidi & Günter.” (Mark Kitaoka / Village Theatre)
Carlos Santana is scheduled to perform with Earth, Wind and Fire on June 27 at the Gorge Amphitheater. (Associated Press)

Tickets for sale in Snohomish County and around the regio

ANGEL OF THE WINDS ARENA Cher: Oct. 12, from $62.95. Tickets at www.angelofthewindsarena.com or 866-332-8499. EDMONDS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Lorrie Morgan: July 2, from… Continue reading

Carlos Santana is scheduled to perform with Earth, Wind and Fire on June 27 at the Gorge Amphitheater. (Associated Press)

When the quarantine is eased, a watershed wonderland awaits

The Northwest Stream Center gets ready to reopen when the county is cleared for Phase 2 of the state COVID-19 plan.

Julie Muhlstein

Sirens, lights, wishes and hopes for boy with rare disease

Make-A-Wish and South County Fire staged a first-responder parade past the 3-year-old’s Lynnwood home.

Hops and Sips

Rob Mercer adds to his family’s legacy as honorary grower

The president of Mercer Estates Winery has been recognized by the Auction of Washington Wines.

Capers + Olives fall stuffed pasta dish with parmesan, squash, bay leaf and nuts on Oct. 3, 2018 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Sick of cooking? Here are our top 5 quarantine takeout joints

These places will send you home with delicious dinners for the entire family.

Capers + Olives fall stuffed pasta dish with parmesan, squash, bay leaf and nuts on Oct. 3, 2018 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Spice up Memorial Day with these Moroccan-style beef burgers

Serve the burgers with a spoon of yogurt sauce on top and a side of cucumber tomato salad.