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He-Man co-creator and Lake Stevens resident Roger Sweet dies at 91
He is survived by his wife, Marlene, who created a GoFundMe to help pay for medical costs.
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Lake Stevens accepting applications for new mayor
The City Council will review applications submitted before May 8, with interviews taking place in May and June.
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The farmers market in Lake Stevens has a new manager
The Greater Lake Stevens Chamber of Commerce will take over after the previous director resigned in January.
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‘Someone who was available’ — Brett Gailey reflects on his time as mayor
The former Lake Stevens leader’s resignation became official on Monday. He is in the process of moving to…
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Lake Stevens district pays $2M sexual harassment settlement
Kaynn Taber, now 19, accused the district of failing to protect her against former math teacher Mark Hein.
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Brett Gailey to stay on Charter Review Commission
The resigning Lake Stevens mayor will remain a commissioner as long as he still has a Snohomish County…
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Lake Stevens Mayor Brett Gailey announces resignation
Gailey, who made the announcement at the end of Tuesday’s meeting, said he is leaving for family reasons.…
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Lake Stevens museum construction is underway
The Lake Stevens Historical Society called for donations to help fund future exhibits.
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State grant extends Lake Stevens salmon habitat plan
The $106,000 award will enable city engineers to develop strategies to protect and improve water quality.
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Tensions flare during Lake Stevens student ICE protests
High school and middle school students in Lake Stevens walked out of class on Thursday and Friday.
Life
Wife of He-Man co-creator starts GoFundMe for his care
Roger Sweet, an early Masters of the Universe designer, now lives in memory care that costs $10,200 a…
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Lake Stevens robotics team receives world recognition
Team Arsenic took second place at the recent ROBO-BASH in Bellingham, earning fifth place in the world.
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Farmers market director’s frustrations lead to exit
Lake Stevens is seeking a new manager to oversee the city event starting in 2026.
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Lake Stevens’ new city council meets for the first time
It didn’t take long for one of the new members to be at odds with Mayor Brett Gailey.
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Welcome to Dwellers Drinkery in Lake Stevens
Make yourself at home with family-friendly vibe and craft brews.
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Lake Stevens sewer rates to increase in 2026
The sewer district approved a 21% increase in November, from $99 per month to $120 per month.
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Nathan Packard joins the Lake Stevens City Council
He replaces Kurt Hilt, who was appointed in July after the death of Marcus Tageant.
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Lake Stevens is requesting designs for Cavalero Hill Park development
Firms have until Dec. 10 to submit proposals to plan, construct and manage a multi-use recreation complex.
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Four council seats up for grabs in Lake Stevens
Candidates talk about transparency, city growth, the U.S. 2 trestle and attracting new businesses.
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Lake Stevens celebrates official transfer of Cavalero Hill Park
Residents gathered on Tuesday to celebrate at the park, which now belongs to the city.