FYI

Late-night drivers can expect delays on I-5 through Everett as crews work on a new carpool lane and other improvements.

During construction, the freeway will be reduced to one lane in both directions overnight. Late-night drivers traveling either northbound or southbound or taking the left-hand Broadway exit should plan for delays.

The work also may be loud. It will continue weeknights through October.

Dr. Toy will speak about, well, toys

Stevanne Auerbach, also known as Dr. Toy, a speaker and author on child development and the power of play, will discuss her list of 100 best toys and sign her book at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Imagine Children’s Museum at 1502 Wall St., Everett.

The program is for adults and is free.

Fair attendance tops 1 million

Total attendance at the Western Washington Fair in Puyallup, which ended Sunday, was 1,117,707, up more than 44,000 from 2004.

The rodeo finals were filmed by the Outdoor Life Network (OLN) and will be aired Oct 16. Check with your cable company for channel information.

Senior program needs drivers

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Snohomish County needs drivers to take its clients to and from doctor’s appointments.

Help your neighbor maintain an independent lifestyle. Drive every day or schedule to fit your free time. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Drivers must be 21 or older and have vehicle insurance, a valid driver’s license and a safe, running vehicle.

For more information or to volunteer, contact John McAlpine at 425-257-2111, ext. 3374, or at JohnM@ ccsww.org.

Call us

If you have an item for FYI, call Kristi O’Harran at 425-339-3451. If you have a news tip or an idea for a local story, call the city desk at 425-339-3428, or e-mail newstips@heraldnet. com.

Other numbers to call:

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Everett, 425-339-3200

Sports:

425-339-3470, after 4 p.m.