Mother Nature’s Window opens again after 25 years

Taylor Scott Richmond — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Marysville celebrated the park with a ribbon cutting Thursday, honoring the land’s previous owner, Merton Turk.

Court dismisses EvCC appeal of public meetings ruling

Will Geschke — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The college had argued a judge’s ruling last year to hold a vote before closing its Early Learning Center would lead to burdensome requirements.

Everett considering 6% utility tax increase

Will Geschke — Thu, 14 May 2026 22:15:00 +0000

It would raise about $7.5 million toward the general fund at a cost of about $12 per month for the average ratepayer, city staff said.

Man killed in shooting near Silver Lake on Wednesday night

Ian Davis-Leonard — Thu, 14 May 2026 19:03:00 +0000

No arrests have been made after a man was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds, a release said.

Marysville man sentenced to 3 years for possession of child sex abuse images

Ian Davis-Leonard — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The 55-year-old man was already registered as a sex offender when he was arrested again, the Department of Justice said.

Culmback Dam to create whitewater boating opportunity

Taylor Scott Richmond — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

SnoCo PUD will release extra water into the Sultan River Saturday. Those in proximity should use caution.

Everett schools to replace some water outlets after lead testing

Will Geschke — Thu, 14 May 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Water from some outlets in schools contained elevated levels of lead, state testing showed. Temporary measures are already in place to prevent lead exposure.

Mountlake Terrace mayor talks purpose and pride at annual address

Jenna Peterson — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Mayor Steve Woodard outlined city projects, efforts to close the budget gap and other city happenings over the past year.

Federal judge asked to ditch Washington state legislative district maps

none — Thu, 14 May 2026 17:35:00 +0000

Opponents say the boundaries don’t mesh with a recent Supreme Court decision in a Louisiana case. Secretary of State Hobbs warns changes could delay the August primary.

Everett grad students propose vacancy tax for large retailers