Bids to build new plug-in Washington state ferries come in high

Ferry system managers and state budget writers in Washington took a cold wave over the bow Monday upon opening the bids to construct up to five new hybrid electric ferries. “I don’t …

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Paine Field Community Day is May 17

Aviation enthusiasts will be able to get their fix of airplanes at Paine Field Community Day. The free youth-focused event at Paine Field on Saturday, May 18, includes aviation education, …

Snohomish County Council adopts nuisance RV legislation

Last week, the Snohomish County Council unanimously adopted legislation sponsored by Councilmember Nate Nehring aimed at addressing nuisance recreational vehicles (RVs) on county roads. The …

Washington State Ferries host two online community meetings

Washington State Ferries is hosting two online community meetings in May to share what’s ahead for the busy travel season. WSF will provide updates on service plans, new vessel construction, …

Mill Creek welcomes public to informational open house

The City of Mill Creek has its second annual City Chat Open House Wednesda, May 14, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at City Hall North, 15720 Main St. The event is an opportunity for the Mill Creek …

Candidate filing week begins May 5

Interested in running for public office in Washington? The opportunity to formally declare candidacy for the 2025 election opens May 5 at 8 a.m. online and at elections offices across the state. …

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Opinion

The strains of taps linger after concluding

As the day turns to night, and when the bugler’s taps take over the garrison’s stillness, it can bring tears and sadness. Who among us doesn’t recognize the haunting call? As I …

Does Medicare cover vision care and eye exams?

Dear Savvy Senior, What all does Medicare cover when it comes to vision care? I currently have good vision insurance through my employer but will lose it when I retire. – Almost 65 …

Editorial cartoon by syndicated columnist Joe Heller

Praise for the liberal media of old

Praise for the liberal media of old It was those left-leaning radical colonists who led us to the First Amendment of our Constitution. It emphatically tells Congress “that they shall make …

Breed spotlight: The mighty dachshund

This month’s breed spotlight is the mighty, mighty dachshund. These little balls of adorable are so much more than their good looks. Dachshunds, which are considered a terrier/hound mix, …

Kudos to democracy’s sentinels

Mary Lou Morrow spoke her mind. The late school teacher had an opinion about pretty much everything that was on the City Council agenda. And she didn’t hesitate to share it. In fact, …

Jackson music department fundraiser is Feb. 22

Jackson High School's music department will host its fifth annual mattress fundraiser Feb. 22 in the commons area. There will be new mattresses, sheets, pillows, and accessories. This is an …

Washington families can save with GET

Washington’s Guaranteed Education Tuition (GET) program is now open for a new enrollment period, providing families an opportunity to save for future education and career training costs while …

Cascade Warbirds announces scholarship program

Cascade Warbirds, an organization that promotes the restoration, preservation, operation, and public display of historically significant military aircraft, is offering scholarships for private pilot …

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Arts & Entertainment

A woodnymph hummingbird. (Photo courtesy Gregory A. Green)

Puget Sound Bird Fest flies into Edmonds soon

A wide range of plants will be on sale at the Snohomish County Master Gardener Foundation's annual plant sale on May 10 at the Evergreem State Fairgrounds.

Snohomish County Master Gardener Foundation’s annual plant sale is May 10

"Day Sasquatch." (Photo courtesy A. Sheckler)

Sasquatch sighting: Schack unveils sculptures by James Madison

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

A team of your firefighters from South County Fire has been deployed to Los Angeles County to support efforts in battling several brush fires. (Photo courtesy South County Fire)

South County firefighters deployed to California wildfires

A second team of South County firefighters deployed Friday to Southern California as part of a massive effort to contain several destructive wildfires. The team of four South County firefighters …

Lynnwood: 1 dead, 1 injured after shooting on New Year's Eve

One juvenile is dead and one injured after a shooting in the parking lot in the 19700 block of 68th Avenue West according to Lynnwood Police. On Dec. 31, at about 8:19 p.m., Lynnwood …

Snohomish United begins inaugural season in May

County Sports Hall of Fame accepting nominations

Kyle Peacocke (Photo courtesy Everett Public Schools)

Jackson's Kyle Peacocke honored with coaches award