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The concrete wall of the tennis courts at Clark Park in Everett was painted into a bright mural by people over two weekends. (Jay Austria)

Neighbors brighten Clark Park wall in Everett

People grabbed brushes and painted the concrete tennis court wall over two…

 

Haller Middle School sixth graders work on a class project in the school’s new outdoor classroom. (Arlington Public Schools)

Back to campus but outside the walls

A new outdoor classroom at Haller Middle School in Arlington is allowing…

 

Jan Olsen, executive assistant and board secretary for Volunteers of America Western Washington, received the Administrative Excellence in Public Service Award from Admin Awards Pacific Northwest, a group that recognizes the efforts and talents of administrative professionals. (Admin Awards)

Couple named Mukilteo’s Citizen of the Year

Dan Kittle and Rachel Wixson-Kittle received the 2021 Mukilteo Citizen of the…

 

Mukilteo School District superintendent Alison Brynelson with Maureen Stevens, who has worked at Discovery Elementary since it opened and for Mukilteo School District for the past 51 years. (Contributed photo)

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Maureen Stevens, a paraeducator at Discovery Elementary School, has worked for Mukilteo School District for 51 years and is still going strong. Superintendent Alison Brynelson… Continue reading

Mukilteo School District superintendent Alison Brynelson with Maureen Stevens, who has worked at Discovery Elementary since it opened and for Mukilteo School District for the past 51 years. (Contributed photo)
Catherine Robinweiler leads the class during a lab session at Edmonds College on April 29, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Edmonds College was selected to advise the development of a national infection control curriculum in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Edmonds College will collaborate… Continue reading

Catherine Robinweiler leads the class during a lab session at Edmonds College on April 29, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Brian Neumann, project manager for Compass Health, recently received Welcome Home packages for veteran's at the agency's new apartment complex. (Everett Elks)

Elks and Rotary clubs in the news

Elks help local veterans The Everett Elks recently donated eight Welcome Home packages for veterans moving into Compass Health’s new apartment complex. The packages each… Continue reading

Brian Neumann, project manager for Compass Health, recently received Welcome Home packages for veteran's at the agency's new apartment complex. (Everett Elks)
Wendy Cook, Everett Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler, gave Volunteers of American Food Bank Manager Tonya Gien a check for $2,000. (Everett Elks Lodge)

Everett Elks Lodge donates $2,000 to VOA food bank

The Everett Elks Lodge donated $2,000 to the Volunteers of America food bank. Wendy Cook, the lodge’s exalted ruler, gave VOA food bank manager Tonya… Continue reading

Wendy Cook, Everett Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler, gave Volunteers of American Food Bank Manager Tonya Gien a check for $2,000. (Everett Elks Lodge)
Abigail Cruz was awarded the American Association of University Women Edmonds Sno-King branch's $2,000 scholarship for Edmonds College. (AAUW Edmonds Sno-King)

Edmonds College student wins $2,000 AAUW scholarship

AAUW scholarship for Edmonds College student The Edmonds SnoKing Branch of the American Association of University Women awarded Abigail Cruz its $2,000 Edmonds College scholarship.… Continue reading

Abigail Cruz was awarded the American Association of University Women Edmonds Sno-King branch's $2,000 scholarship for Edmonds College. (AAUW Edmonds Sno-King)
DanVo'nique Bletson-Reed, president of the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee, was given the Everett Community College Diversity and Equity Center's Malcolm X Day 2021 Community Awareness Award. (Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee)

EvCC recognizes SnoCo Black Heritage Committee leader

The Everett Community College Diversity and Equity Center bestowed DanVo’nique Bletson-Reed with the Malcolm X Day 2021 Community Awareness Award. Bletson-Reed is the president of… Continue reading

DanVo'nique Bletson-Reed, president of the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee, was given the Everett Community College Diversity and Equity Center's Malcolm X Day 2021 Community Awareness Award. (Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee)
Volunteers from the Rotary Club of Arlington and local Cub Scouts planted trees at Stormwater Wetland Park on May 1. (City of Arlington)

Scouts, Rotarians collaborate to restore an Arlinton park

Rotary and Cub Scouts plant trees in Arlington Stormwater Wetland Park has some new greenery after 25 volunteers from the Rotary Club of Arlington and… Continue reading

Volunteers from the Rotary Club of Arlington and local Cub Scouts planted trees at Stormwater Wetland Park on May 1. (City of Arlington)
Kelsey Dunlap and Brian Matson. (Contributed photos)

2 Edmonds College students make state all-academic team

Edmonds College students make state all-academic team Edmonds College students Kelsey Dunlap and Brian Matson were honored as members of the 2021 All-Washington Academic Team… Continue reading

Kelsey Dunlap and Brian Matson. (Contributed photos)
Cathcart Elementary School teacher Sadie Brumley and her students say a virtual 'thank you' to the Snohomish Education Foundation.

Snohomish Education Foundation awards grants

Snohomish Education Foundation awards grants The Snohomish Education Foundation awarded 84 classroom grants to Snohomish School District teachers and staff totaling $54,922 for 2021. Ninety-eight… Continue reading

Cathcart Elementary School teacher Sadie Brumley and her students say a virtual 'thank you' to the Snohomish Education Foundation.
Everett Elks Lodge #479 officers. Front row (left to right): Jessica Mumm, Tessa Long, Paul Clark, Greg Tisdel, Bill Douglas. Middle row: Debbie Ritchie, Nancy Wolke, Wendy Cook, Jennifer Ozbun, Jenny Steele, Mary Thomas. Back row: Beth Beecher, Valerie Anderson, Aaron Reid, Danen Barnhart. (Everett Elks)

Everett Elks Lodge names new officers

Everett Elks Lodge names new officers The Everett Elks Lodge No. 479 has announced new officers for the years 2021-2022. They are Jessica Mumm, Tessa… Continue reading

Everett Elks Lodge #479 officers. Front row (left to right): Jessica Mumm, Tessa Long, Paul Clark, Greg Tisdel, Bill Douglas. Middle row: Debbie Ritchie, Nancy Wolke, Wendy Cook, Jennifer Ozbun, Jenny Steele, Mary Thomas. Back row: Beth Beecher, Valerie Anderson, Aaron Reid, Danen Barnhart. (Everett Elks)
(left to right): Randal White, Olympic Fly Fishers Conservation Chairperson; Joe Scordino, Project Leader; Greg Sisson, Communications Chairperson; and Mackey Guenther, Website Developer and former SSS member.

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Everett Rotary Club names March students of the month In an online meeting, the Rotary Club of Everett honored three local high school students as… Continue reading

(left to right): Randal White, Olympic Fly Fishers Conservation Chairperson; Joe Scordino, Project Leader; Greg Sisson, Communications Chairperson; and Mackey Guenther, Website Developer and former SSS member.
Imagine Museum Director Nancy Johnson accepts a grant of $3600 from Bethany Hopp (left) and Loren Van Loo.

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Lynwood City Council member earns certificate

Imagine Museum Director Nancy Johnson accepts a grant of $3600 from Bethany Hopp (left) and Loren Van Loo.
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Coastal Community Bank gives $85K to downtown Everett group

South Everett/Mukilteo Rotary Students of the Month South Everett/Mukilteo Rotary Students of the Month for outstanding academics, activities and citizenship are Kamiak juniors Natalie Giovi… Continue reading

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Lilliana (Lilli) Broce

Edmonds Rotary honors Meadowdale junior

Edmonds Rotary honors Meadowdale junior The Rotary Club of Edmonds has honored Meadowdale High School junior Lillianna (Lilli) Broce as its February student of the… Continue reading

Lilliana (Lilli) Broce
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Marysville Kiwanis Club names two students of the month

Marysville service clubs name students of the month Marysville Pilchuck High School seniors Evelyn Vega-Simpson and Trae Tingelstad were named Students of the Month by… Continue reading

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Crops grow in one of the Dajabón gardens made possible by local Rotarians. (contributed photo)

Edmonds College instructor elected president of national board

Edmonds College instructor elected president of national digital forensics board Edmonds College instructor Steve Hailey was elected as the 2021 president of the Digital Forensics… Continue reading

Crops grow in one of the Dajabón gardens made possible by local Rotarians. (contributed photo)
Marysville Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 3219, recently donated $5,000 to the Marysville Community Food Bank. (Contributed photo)

Marysville firefighters provide community support

Marysville firefighters donate $5,000 for families in need In an effort to support local families in need, Marysville Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 3219, recently donated… Continue reading

Marysville Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 3219, recently donated $5,000 to the Marysville Community Food Bank. (Contributed photo)