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To fill prescriptions, Darrington residents drive 56 miles
The town’s pharmacy closed in July. The customers’ new pharmacist in Arlington called it “another nail in the…
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Darrington school reduces lunchroom waste with new milk dispensers
Milk cartons generally aren’t accepted by recycling centers in Snohomish County. Dispensers could be a solution. And they…
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‘Hell no to grizzlies’: Darrington locals give federal agencies an earful
At a public meeting, a chorus of residents aired fears over what reintroducing the bears could mean for…
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New fire east of Darrington closes stretch of rural road
The Tenas Creek fire, which started late last week, was 90% contained Wednesday after burning 38 acres.
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After Darrington woman’s horse died, she didn’t know what to do
Sidney Montooth boarded her horse Blaze. When he died, she was “a wreck” — and at a loss…
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Humans caused wildfire near Darrington; new fire sparks nearby
Right after the Forest Service announced the Huckleberry Flats fire was caused by humans, a new fire sparked…
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20-mile section of Pacific Crest Trail reopens in Snohomish County
Officials closed a stretch between Suiattle Pass and High Bridge due to the Dome Peak Fire. But rain…
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Late Bob Barker’s roots were not so deep in ‘timber town’ of Darrington
Barker moved as a youngster and didn’t come back much, if ever, to mingle. But some fans have…
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Huckleberry Flats Fire contained; Suiattle River Road reopens
The 134-acre fire, near a popular access point to the Glacier Peak Wilderness, cost roughly $652,000 to fight.
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Bob Barker, ‘The Price Is Right’ host born in Darrington, dead at 99
The TV game-show legend who became one of the country’s most prominent animal rights activists, has died.
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Dome Peak wildfire swells to 770 acres east of Darrington
The remote fire grew rapidly, emitting heavy smoke, after being discovered in late July. No trail closures were…
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98 in Darrington? Heat wave coming to Snohomish County
Meteorologists expect this will be the most intense heat the region has seen so far this year.
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Timberbowl Rodeo 2023
Darrington locals and Washingtonians gathered Saturday night to watch individuals compete in events from cow milking to bull…
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Judge dismisses Sauk-Suiattle suit over sales tax, tribe agrees
After learning about a state sales tax refund process, the tribe agreed the lawsuit was rendered “unnecessary.”
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‘The last thing I wanted’: Darrington Pharmacy to close in July
Over 100 years old, the town’s only pharmacy will close July 21, forcing residents to drive 28 miles…
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Panning for local history gold at Darrington Ranger Station
In assembly line fashion, historians meticulously sifted through photos, letters and records that could be headed for federal…
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Darrington PE teacher seeks donations for bike education
Gavin Gladsjo is looking for $6,000 in donations for bike, helmets and lessons for kindergarten through fifth grade.
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Mountain Loop Highway to partially reopen Friday
The Mountain Loop Highway will remain closed on the south side between Barlow Pass and Bedal Campground.
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Want ride-hailing at bus prices in Arlington? Let Community Transit know
The transit agency is in early development for microtransit services in Arlington, Darrington and Lake Stevens.
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Darrington nonprofit puts kids in touch with timber town’s roots
Outdoor education is the Glacier Peak Institute’s mission. Even for kids living in the shadow of the Cascades,…