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Free opioid overdose reversal kits available

The first of more than 54,000 naloxone kits began arriving in Washington last week, state Attorney General Bob Ferguson said Wednesday.  The kits will be available to the public at no cost …
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Finishing touches on the Healing Pole. (Photo courtesy AMHS

Healing Pole dedicated at Archbishop Murphy

The Archbishop Murphy High School community celebrated the completion and dedication of The Healing Pole on May 15.     In May 2023, the students and staff of AMHS began …

Mill Creek included in summer resurfacing project

Snohomish County Public Works will work to improve about 73 miles of county roads through its annual road resurfacing programs.   “The county has developed a multiyear plan to …

Mill Creek Library repair project begins June 3

Sno-Isle Libraries, in partnership with the City of Mill Creek, will begin repairs at the Mill Creek Library on June 3. The last day of library service at the Mill Creek Library will be June 2; …

DelBene faces challenges from 'Trump Republican' and 'calm, rational GOP' candidate

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Suzane DelBene, who represents Mill Creek in the 2nd Congressional District will have some competition in this year’s primary as five people have filed to run for …

County Council bans sale of fireworks in county areas that prohibit use

This week, the Snohomish County Council voted unanimously to amend the county code by prohibiting the sale of fireworks in all “no fireworks areas” where use is currently banned. The …

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Opinion
Veterans Monument at Library Park in Mill Creek.
Mill Creek Veterans Monument needs to be updated
Customarily, on Memorial Day and Veterans Day, veterans are often approached and greeted with “thank you for your service”; “thank you and your love ones for serving our …
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The taco from La Terraza on Highway 99. (Photo courtesy Maria A. Montalvo)
Potato, Potato, Potato: Part 1
What is better than a potato? The humble potato is versatile, transformable, and delectable. Potatoes can be the base of a dish, a side, or the star of the show. Potatoes can be covered and …
Chuck Wright
The wise and insightful Will Rogers
As you enter into this article, keep in mind this is my adaptation of Will Rogers’ (1879-1935) expressed views. I’m not a well-founded witness because what I know comes from the …
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Sports
Zach Mohr - Boys Soccer (Photo Archbishop Murphy High School)
Athlete of the Week
Zach Mohr - Boys Soccer
Nathan Caferro
Archbishop Murphy grad named Rising Star of the Year by Sports ETA
Diontaye Moorman
Athlete of the Week
Diontaye Moorman - Track & Field

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Keldan Pablo

Keldan Pablo - Boys Golf

Our athlete of the week is junior golfer Keldan Pablo. Keldan pushes himself to be the best student, athlete, and young man he can be. He radiates a positive, calm energy as a teammate and competitor …
Stella Tepley - Girls Golf

Stella Tepley - Girls Golf

Our athlete of the week is freshman varsity golfer Stella Tepley. In her last match, she shot a 56, which qualified her for the District Golf Tournament. Stella is an excellent student-athlete, …
Meiweya Amazona

Meiweya Amazona - Girls Tennis

Our athlete of the week is senior tennis player Meiweya Amazona. As a senior captain, Meiweya competed in singles during the 2A district tournament last year, and she plays first singles for the team …

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Police and Fire
A pedestrian threw a large steel beam off the I-5 overpass at 164th, striking a vehicle.
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) wants to know who threw metal debris being from an overpass onto I-5, striking a vehicle. It happened just before 7 p.m.  April 30  on 164th St SW …
South County Fire Commissioner Ed Widdis, retired fire chief of Snohomish County Fire District 1, swears in Fire Chief Bob Eastman.
Bob Eastman was sworn in as fire chief of South County Fire during the regional fire authority’s Board Commissioners meeting April 2.  Eastman previously served as assistant chief. He …
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The Flying Heritage and Combat Armor Museum is offering free admission during Paine Field Community Day.
Paine Field Community Day is Saturday, May 18
Paine Field in Everett. A master plan is intended to improve service. (Photo courtesy Paine Field)
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Paine Field Community Day coming May 18
The Band Lele will have two farewell shows in Edmonds as its members tackle new projects. (Photo courtesy Brittany Burr).
The Band Lele saying farewell with 2 shows
Schools
Edmonds College STEM dean Dr. Carey Schroyer addresses participants during the 2023 AI for Everyone event.
AI for Everyone Day is Friday, April 26

Edmonds College's Expanding Your Horizons empowers over 300 girls to explore STEM fields

Edmonds College hosted over 300 girls from the Edmonds, Mukilteo, and Everett school districts from eighth to 12th grade March 27 for an Expanding Your Horizons event. The annual event, designed to …

STEM scholarships available

The Edmonds SnoKing Branch of the American Association of University Women is accepting applications for the Elizabeth Sears STEM Scholarship.

Edmonds College to participate in a 3-year pilot program

  Edmonds College is the only West Coast college selected to participate in a three-year pilot program with the aim of dramatically increasing the manufacturing workforce. The  …
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