PUD distributing free energy-efficient appliances

Snohomish County PUD is distributing free energy-efficient appliances to qualified customers through its Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates, or HEAR, program. The program is funded by …

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State land agencies announce 2025 Discover Pass free days

The Washington State Discover Pass Program has designated 12 Discover Pass free days for 2025. On these days, visitors will not need a Discover Pass to park a vehicle at a Washington state park …

Dunn champions landmark urban tree canopy protections

On Dec. 4, the Snohomish County Council voted to approve the Snohomish County Comprehensive Plan 2024 update, including an amendment brought forward by Councilmember Megan Dunn which adds strong …

Washington State Ferry service reliability hits a 5-year high

A milestone Washington State Ferries estimated it would transport nearly 300,000 people during the recent holiday. WSF did not reach that number, but came close with nearly 289,000 passengers …

First bills drop ahead of state's 2025 legislative session

Washington lawmakers have begun teeing up legislation ahead of the 2025 session. Monday marked the first day they could pre-file bills. Legislators will have 105 days to push their ideas …

Report November windstorm damage now

The Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management has launched an online survey to help residents report damage from the high winds that raced through the community starting Nov. 19. The …

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Opinion

You Have My Word(s)

Chitchat and yakety-yak, it's all good

Earth Matters

The Earth matters: The view from any window

Darn Wright

Can DNA prove the existence of Santa Claus?

The View From Here

The more things change …

Managing Editor's Note

Banish the phrase: A holiday essay

Rep. Larsen announces 2024 Congressional App Challenge

U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen (D-Everett) announced the launch of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). The annual competition, which runs through Oct. 24, is open to high school and middle school …

Summer at the Stream Center

Is your child curious about the natural world around them? Join the Adopt A Stream Foundation for Summer at the Stream Center: A Pacific Northwest Adventure, a day camp designed to spark young …

Edmonds College offering 2 new computer degrees

Edmonds College is launching two new bachelor programs in fall 2024 that focus on training students in the ever-changing world of computer science, robotics, and artificial intelligence. …

‘Gray Ghost’ fuselage training lab debuts at Paine Field

Edmonds College’s new “Innovation Lab” at the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center (AMSC) at Paine Field opened July 2. The aerospace training lab is the only one of …

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Santa not skipping Mill Creek

Chuck Wright, one of Santa's many elves. (Photo courtesy Chuck Wright)

This holiday season, become an auxiliary elf

Cascade Symphony opens its 63rd season

Obituaries

Carol Jean Coulter: 1952-2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Stanway Coulter, a beloved resident of Mukilteo, WA, who left us after a courageous battle with cancer on July 24, at the age of 72. …

Holly Reiter: 1937-2023

Holly Reiter, late of Mountlake Terrace, passed away on June 10, 2023. Holly was born Gail Hawley Butler on May 10, 1937, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, to Harvey Edward and Eunice Elen …

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Police and Fire

Student arrested: Parts of assault rifle found in car

A 16-year-old student was taken into custody Wednesday morning shortly after arriving at the parking lot of Lynnwood High School. Just before 7:30 a.m., Snohomish County Sheriff deputies …

Everett Police identify missing Edgewater Beach kayaker

Everett Police have identified the kayaker who went missing Aug. 18 near Edgewater Beach. Recovery efforts continued last week for Miguel Urbano, 44, who reportedly capsized during stormy …

Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame banquet tickets now on sale

Archbishop Murphy High School boy’s golf team against Meadowdale High School at Lynnwood Municipal Golf Course, on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Photo by Stephen Brashear)

Athlete of the Week

Jack Duffy - Boys Golf

Athlete of the Week

Cole Balen – Boys Tennis

Shan Camarillo - Girls Tennis

This year, Shan has stepped into a more significant role on the team, not only because she has become a captain but because she competes as our #2 singles player. Against some of the most …

Megan Cisneros - Girls Golf

Our athlete of the week is junior, varsity golfer Megan Cisneros. Megan is the team captain, and she has been on the varsity golf team for all three years. She has qualified for Districts each …

Zach Mohr - Boys Soccer

Our athlete of the week is junior midfielder and team captain, Zach Mohr. Against Lynnwood High School on April 22, Zach had 2 goals in the Wildcats’ 3-1 victory. Against Snohomish High …

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LA Auto Show Returns with Exciting Innovations

(BPT) - The Los Angeles International Auto Show is back, bringing together the latest in automotive advancements, from electrification to safety and emerging tech trends. With over 1,000 cars, …

New money scams are popping up: Here are the ones to look out for

Money.ca explores the different kinds of evolving money scams and how to avoid them.

Ultimate gift guide to spark endless creativity in kids

(BPT) - The best holiday gifts keep kids engaged and creatively entertained for hours. So, if you're looking for exciting new gifts to spark the imagination of the kids in your life, check out the …

Stay Protected During the Holidays: What to Know About COVID-19

(BPT) - As the holiday season approaches, it's important to remember that it often comes with a heightened risk for respiratory viruses like COVID-19.1 Data from the past four years suggest COVID-19 …

42% of Americans are willing to pay more to support small businesses

(BPT) - Americans are evenly split on their shopping habits, shopping both big and small — 29% favor local or small businesses, while 29% prefer national retailers. Though price remains …