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EVERETT — A crack in a 34-year mystery led to murder charges being filed for the 1987 death of Everett Firefighter Gary Parks, who died in a fire set by arson at Everett Community College. More on this story...
Published March 25, 2021
On May 1st, all Washingtonians age 16 and older will become eligibile for a coronavirus vaccine. The news follows a Presidential directive from earlier this week which Gov. Inslee's office has confirmed it will follow.
For now, on Wednesday, March 31, the state will open up vaccine eligibility to all people aged 60 to 64, as well as people of all ages who work in restaurants, construction, manufacturing and certain other industries. More on this story...
SNOHOMISH — A lawsuit against the proposed housing development in northeast Snohomish attempts to stop it on the argument the city failed to follow its own development code when it gave its approval.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 24, 2021
SNOHOMISH — If you hang onto batteries, lightbulbs and grocery bags intending to get them recycled, you may be interested in a collection service that expanded this month to the Snohomish area.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 24, 2021
EVERETT — The city’s bus system wants your input on how well it runs and what path it should take — including whether ithe public thinks it should merge with the region’s larger Community Transit system.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 24, 2021
SNOHOMISH — There are four open slots on the volunteer Public Safety Commission that the city seeks to fill. Applications for this commission are due Friday, March 26 by 4 p.m.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 24, 2021
SNOHOMISH — The city has just gone paperless for all planning and permitting files. A hub launched last week for filing developments, and it also lets people track development around town and in their neighborhood.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 24, 2021
SNOHOMISH — The food truck is set to park in town from 5-8 p.m. Friday, April 2 at Haywire Brewing, but Dick's insists that its more frequent visits aren't a prelude to it opening shop here.
More on this story...By EMMA WOODWARD, published March 17, 2021
All ages get behind the wheel

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Young drivers feed a need for speed as they drive gas-powered go-karts at Traxx Indoor Raceway, off of Chennault Beach Road in Mukilteo, on Saturday, March 20. Traxx opens its building side doors during warm, sunny days to expand into an indoor/outdoor track. Drop-in races last for approximately 10 minutes, usually yielding about 15 laps of fury. The business also takes reservations to avoid waiting in line.
Published March 24, 2021
SNOHOMISH COUNTY — In Snohomish County, an estimated 918 low-income children who are eligible for free preschool through state ECEAP and federal Head Start programs weren’t in it, in part because there are not enough classrooms to go around. Early Childhood learning is receiving a renewed focus from legislators.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 17, 2021
SNOHOMISH COUNTY — The quick-hit job of stealing catalytic converters from the underside of cars has resurfaced across Snohomish County, and police want people to protect their pocketbooks.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 17, 2021
SNOHOMISH — A task force on shaping far-out future development along Avenue D finished its work last week. Here's what's next.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 17, 2021
SNOHOMISH — City Hall is turning its attention to renewing a five-year contract with the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office for police services. Story includes coverage of the March 9 police town hall.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 17, 2021
SNOHOMISH COUNTY — The winners of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Prodigies for Peace essay and art contest awards have been announced.
More on this story...Published online March 16, 2021
SNOHOMISH COUNTY — A virtual town hall last week with Snohomish Health District, County and Tribal leaders addressed people’s questions and concerns about COVID-19 vaccine distribution and equity. The county is working with community leaders to help underrepresented groups get vaccinated
More on this story...By SAM JOHNSON, published March 10, 2021
EVERETT — The city says it cannot establish a buffer zone to move anti-abortion protestors away from Planned Parenthood’s premises. Supporters say not stopping women from being harassed is beyond disappointing. Every Wednesday brings a crowd.
More on this story...By MICHAEL WHITNEY, published March 3, 2021
MONROE — A recent student research project found that many students had experienced racism or other types of hate speech within the Monroe School District, and discomfort with telling a teacher about it.
More on this story...By SAM JOHNSON, published Feb. 24, 2021
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Enjoying signs of spring

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The cherry trees are beginning to blossom as a couple enjoy a warm, sunny day and takes a stroll along the Port of Everett’s south marina last Saturday, March 13. Outdoor walks and hikes have become popular as other activities and venues continue to be closed due to Covid-19 restrictions. While we have enjoyed a stretch of enjoyable weather this past few weeks, the rain is predicted to return for the last half of this week.
Published March 17, 2021
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