Arlington
Sewer line extension and repairs planned
The city of Arlington is planning to replace an 80-year-old sewer in the alley east of Olympic Avenue, the main street in the downtown section of the city.
The line is buried deep in the narrow alley, making the replacement project very challenging, said James Kelly, city utilities manager.
As Arlington grew, new connections were added to the old sewer line. Now the line carries about a quarter of the sewage from downtown and is in poor condition, Kelly said.
An extension of the First Street sewer line, which should be completed by October, will divert most of the sewage from the old line in the alley. Then the city will assess the damage to the old line and make a plan to replace it, Kelly said.
The estimated cost for the First Street sewer line extension is $450,000, Kelly said.
Farmers markets open for the season
It’s the start of the farmers market season again in Arlington, with many local gardeners and farmers participating in the following markets:
The Haller Point Market is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays through Sept. 28 at the former Country Charm Dairy, 604 E. Gilman St. Vendor spaces are still available, contact Tasha Branch at tasha@roninnw.com.
More info: 425-346-1543.
Arlington Farmers Market opens May 31 and runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 26 at Legion Park, 200 N. Olympic Ave. The market’s Web site is www.Âarlingtonfarmersmarket.org.
More info: 360-435-9272.
Foster’s Produce is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Oct. 31 at 5818 Highway 530 NE. The market’s Web site is www.Âfosterscornmaze.com.
More info: 360-435-5095.
Sale benefits VFW and Pioneer Museum
A garage sale to benefit the Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Museum and the Veterans of Foreign Wars is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at 20722 67th Ave. NE.
More info: 360-435-7289
Vendors needed for Arlington Street Fair
Food vendors, crafters, artists, community groups and growers and vendors of unique and handmade items are wanted for the Arlington Street Fair, set for July 11-13 along Olympic Avenue.
More info: Julie Tate, 360-435-9863.
Arlington offers spring and summer rec classes
Arlington’s recreation department offers a variety of workshops, camps and classes.
These include yoga, martial arts, tennis, sports for kids and art classes for children and teens.
More info: 360-403-3448.
Granite Falls
Artists, helpers sought for Mountain Loop Fest
The Granite Falls Chamber of Commerce seeks artists, crafts-people and volunteers for the Mountain Loop Experience Festival planned for June 28.
The festival will take place in conjunction with the reopening of the Mountain Loop Highway between Barlow Pass and Darrington, which was washed out several years ago. Granite Falls, Darrington and Arlington have events planned throughout the weekend.
Events include an arts and crafts fair, food, music, athletic events and fireworks.
More info: MtLoopExperienceArt@yahoo.com, 425-212-7619 or 425-923-7907.
Marysville
City offers first aid and CPR classes
First aid and CPR classes are offered by the city of Marysville.
The classes are scheduled for June 7, 25 and 26. A renewal class is scheduled for June 10.
Classes cover several types of emergencies and meet certification requirements for state and federal agencies.
More info: Marysville Parks and Recreation at 360-363-8400 or ci.marysville.wa.us.
Stanwood
Wills and health care discussion planned
Learn about living wills and advanced health care directives at a discussion planned for the Stanwood Community and Senior Center.
The discussion is scheduled from 2 to 3 p.m. June 19 at the center, 7430 276th St. NW.
Joan Copeland of Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish is planning to speak during the event. Tea and refreshments are planned for the discussion.
More info: 360-629-7403, ext. 110.
Oak Harbor
Eagles delay Highway 20 repaving project
Construction crews decided to put off paving Highway 20 south of Oak Harbor until July 15 to protect a pair of bald eagles nesting nearby, the state Department of Transportation reported Thursday.
Bald eagles need a wide berth while nesting. They are protected by state and federal law. The state is not allowed to disturb the birds at any time while nesting. Penalties could be hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Drivers will have to wait for two months for the final layer of asphalt to be put down along the highway, which now has bumps.
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