Snohomish County Tribune Newspapers

09/10/2024

Important Notice: Our Everett Community Food Bank hours are changing starting TOMORROW!

New Hours will be Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 10am-2pm. We'll also be open the second and forth Thursday of each month from 2pm-5pm.

Online appointments and walk-ins are all welcome.

09/10/2024

SNOHOMISH'S WIL JOHNSON IS NEW COUNTY-LEVEL DEI CHIEF
Formerly of Snohomish School District

County press release:
" The new Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Officer for Snohomish County starts Wednesday, bringing years of experience in education and community work as well a passion for building a more equitable and inclusive county.

Wil Johnson was selected to lead the Office of Social Justice (OSJ), which guides county efforts to increase understanding around equity and inclusion and to promote access, opportunity, and belonging.


“I am thankful for this opportunity to support and serve this community which I call home,” Johnson said. “When I reflect on awareness and conversations around social justice, it all comes down to ensuring that people and communities have access to what they need to enjoy life, feel safe, and know they are not alone.

Johnson most recently worked as Director of Equity and Inclusion for the Snohomish School District since 2021. He previously managed special education programs and worked as a teacher, behavioral interventionist, and coach. He served as a medical specialist in the U.S. Army and studied at City University of Seattle and the University of Washington to earn his Certificate of Education Leadership and Master in Teaching. He’s been a consultant on education, equity, and communication, and also is the creator and host of the At-homish Podcast that focuses on creating spaces where people all belong.

“We are so grateful to welcome Wil to our team. His experience in building strong relationships, educating diverse audiences, and finding ways to address systemic barriers will be invaluable,” Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers said. “I am deeply committed to having a county government that does not only talk about equity but finds the places where we need to do better and takes the steps to make real change.”

Somers established the Office of Social Justice in 2020 because there was a need for change and for a stronger commitment to making sure Snohomish County government is welcoming of people from diverse backgrounds and better reflects the communities it serves. The office seeks to increase equity and inclusion across our community, addressing ethnicity, race, gender, neurodivergence, and other aspects of identity.

The position had been vacant since January 2024. "

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09/07/2024

Recommendations from Everett Mayor’s Drug Task Force, to address opioid crisis, are robust but will take time, money

EVERETT -- The Mayor’s Drug Crisis Task Force gave a set of recommended actions presented to officials at a recent meeting.
Their key recommendations were to develop and execute a crisis and care coordination strategy in the city of Everett, and also launch the Emergency Mobile Opioid Treatment in Everett program with state Sen. June Robinson’s support, a street medicine program which aims to provide timely and necessary assistance to those in need. The recommendations also include addiction and mental health services in new sheltering options, strengthen communication and coordination between service providers and community members and ensure adequate and accessible detox beds and opioid treatment programs.

More about this here:

EVERETT — The Mayor’s Drug Crisis Task Force, initiated to address the fentanyl crisis in Everett, gave a set of recommended actions presented to officials at a recent meeting.

09/07/2024

Monroe might grow taller in development plan

Talks of the city's comprehensive plan may call for having taller buildings to accommodate growth. Story here:

According to a 2020 census, Monroe had 21,266 available housing units. It is projected that by 2044, housing will be increased to 26, 276. The question that has to be asked is: How is this housing going to look and where is it going to go?

09/06/2024

Join us this Wednesday at 10 A.M. for a 9/11 Remembrance Service in collaboration with the City of Granite Falls, the Granite Falls Police Department, and the Granite Falls American Legion.

09/06/2024

FBI in Snohomish

SNOHOMISH — The FBI visited an apartment near Fourth and Maple earlier today.
“We were conducting court-authorized law enforcement activity,” Seattle FBI Office spokesman Steve Bernd said in a statement this afternoon. Bernd could not provide any other details.
The FBI’s involvement means it would have been likely on behalf of a federal court, and would have been preceded by obtaining a search warrant signed by a judge to visit the apartment.

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08/29/2024

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10 and I got on the cover page of The Snohomish County Tribune Newspaper, representing the Evergreen State Fair. 🔥

Thank you to Snohomish County Tribune Newspapers for this beautiful memory of my first Evergreen Youth Livestock Show! Photo by Jim Scolman

08/29/2024

EVERETT FIRE'S CAUSE IDENTIFIED:

08/28/2024

SNOHOMISH COUNCIL LEANING TOWARD FIREWORKS IN-CITY BAN

SNOHOMISH -- A majority of City Council members voiced that fireworks use should be banned within city limits, giving burn risks and jarring noise among reasons why during a workshop last week.
The council anticipates returning to the topic in 2025 after finishing off its budget deliberations and comprehensive plan decisions this fall and winter.
As it stands, the council would look to enact a ban before July 4, 2025, which would have a one-year lag time to come into effect citywide in 2026.

A full story will be in the Tribune next week.

More about the workshop here: https://www.snohomishwa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08272024-1357

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08/27/2024

CONVERSATION WITH MUKILTEO COUNCILMAN MIKE DIXON

MUKILTEO -- City Councilmember Mike Dixon would like to hear directly from the community their feedback on pressing issues currently on their minds.
A meeting will be Sept. 11 from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Rosehill Community Center's Fowler Room, 304 Lincoln Ave., Mukilteo

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08/27/2024

SHERIFF'S OFFICE ANNOUNCES BIG DRUG BUST

The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office announced today that:
""A months-long narcotics investigation resulted in the arrest of an Everett man on Friday, August 23, with support from the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force, Everett Police Anti-Crime Team, and the Snohomish County Violent Crimes Unit. The man is alleged to have been selling drugs out of a room at a motel located in the 8400 block of Evergreen Way, Everett for months, supplying users in the Casino Road and Evergreen Way areas.
Detectives were able to conduct a traffic stop on the suspect, where he was arrested without incident. The man was enroute to make another sale and had a supply of fentanyl on his lap when detectives stopped him. During the arrest and the subsequent search of the man’s motel room, detectives recovered a handgun and proceeds from the drug sales. Drug seizures in this case included 5.5 pounds of fentanyl powder, 7 ounces of methamphetamine, 700 fentanyl pills (commonly known as "blues"), he**in, and crack co***ne. Following the arrest, the suspect's vehicle was impounded, pending seizure and forfeiture proceedings. The suspect was booked into Snohomish County Jail, and this case remains an active investigation.

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08/23/2024

Mukilteo Speedway now clear after tree blocks road:

UPDATE:

The roadway is now clear. Thanks for your patience.
City of Mukilteo - Community and Government
Mukilteo Fire Department

🚨 Traffic Alert 🚨

A tree has fallen and is currently blocking southbound Mukilteo Speedway at 88th St. Please expect delays in the area and consider seeking alternate routes.

Our officers are on scene, and we're working with Mukilteo Fire Department and Public Works to clear the road as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience!

08/23/2024

08/23/2024

Monroe woman ran complex gift card fraud scheme, police say

MONROE — A Monroe fraudster who Lynnwood Police detectives allege masterminded a complex gift card fraud scheme now is in court.

Details from the Aug. 14 Tribune there:

MONROE — A Monroe fraudster who Lynnwood Police detectives allege masterminded a complex gift card fraud scheme now is in court.

08/23/2024

BLUEBERRY PARK RIBBON-CUTTING WEDNESDAY:

MONROE -- "Attend the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new playground at Blueberry Children’s Park, 18399 Blueberry Ln., Wednesday, Aug. 28 at 5 p.m. The new play equipment includes features that: encourage multi-generational play; are ADA inclusive and intentionally break down physical and social barriers to play; a playful theme that enhances the visual appeal of the park; and advanced climbing challenges and motion activities that appeal to older children who seek a more adventurous play experience. Surfacing improvements such as the use of ADA approved rubberized surfacing are also part of the playground design. The overall footprint of the play area is approximately 50% larger than the previous play area at the park. The project was funded by Monroe City Council-approved capital improvement funds as well as a $100,000 Snohomish County capital funding grant award. "

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08/21/2024

EVERETT, WA – The Everett Police Department is investigating a shooting which left four individuals injured on W Casino Road.

Just after 11:00 pm, on Tuesday, August 20th, officers were dispatched to multiple reports of gunshots in the 800 block of W Casino Road.

When officers arrived on scene, they located two males with obvious gunshot wounds in the vicinity and began to render aid. The Everett Fire Department responded to the location and transported the subjects to Providence Hospital for treatment.

Witnesses informed officers they heard multiple rounds fired in the area by subjects who appeared to flee the scene prior to police arrival. Officers initiated multiple K-9 tracks to search for any suspects that may have fled on foot, none were located. King County Sheriff’s Office Guardian 1 responded to the scene to provide air support. Numerous shell casings were located and collected.

Two additional individuals with gunshot wounds arrived at Providence Hospital via their own transportation. All of the individuals receiving medical treatment appear stable.

With the exception of 1 subject, it is believed the individuals involved are otherwise known to each other. The extent of their relationship is still under investigation at this point.

This is an active and ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Everett Police Department TIP LINE at (425) 257-8450 or the Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound at 1-800-222-TIPS.

News Releases are located at:

https://www.everettwa.gov/2238/News-Releases

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08/21/2024

The Fair Days Parade returns this Saturday, August 24 at 11am. Please be advised W. Main Street will be closed from 179th Ave. SE to N. Blakeley Street from 8am to 2pm. Additional closures include:

N. Blakeley Street closed from W. Main Street to W. Hill Street
N. Kelsey Street closed from W. Main Street to W. Columbia Street
179th Ave closed from W. Main Street to 160th Street SE
W. Hill Street closed from N. Blakeley Street to N. Kelsey Street

Thank you for your understanding and don't miss the 86th annual parade.

08/21/2024

The Everett Police Department is seeking assistance locating Navey Skinner, a 47-year-old woman who has been missing from North Everett.

Navey was last seen wearing a white tank top and jeans. She has blonde hair, is 5’5’’, and approximately 130lbs.

Navey is currently unhoused but is known to frequent the Lynnwood area.

If you have any information regarding Navey or her whereabouts, please contact the Everett Police Tip Line at (425)257-8450 and reference Everett Police Case: 2024-69987.

08/21/2024

The Everett Police Department continues the search for the kayaker who was reported missing on Sunday evening shortly after 5pm. The department is using advanced drone technology to search the deeper depths of water that divers are unable to reach. With the assistance of the remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV), we will be able to conduct a search of this scope into the evening. The department has reached out to neighboring jurisdictions requesting advanced technical equipment to continue with recovery efforts should they be required.

08/21/2024

Everett Transit long-range plan public hearing on Wednesday night at council

EVERETT - A hearing about Everett Transit's long-range plan is scheduled for Wednesday's Everett City Council meeting. Council starts at 6:30 p.m.

Details about the plan are here:
https://www.everettwa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/17237?fileID=97292

To speak, do the following:
To sign up for in-person public comments, arrive at City Council Chambers before the meeting begins and complete the sign-up sheet. For virtual comment, sign up online by 6 p.m. on the day of the council meeting to receive a Zoom link and phone number at https://www.everettwa.gov/FormCenter/Council-public-comment-sign-up-34/City-Council-virtual-public-comment-regi-382.

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08/16/2024

I-5 Everett-Marysville HOV lane open to traffic, to get finishing work in coming weeks

EVERETT -- The Interstate 5 northbound HOV lane from Pacific Avenue in Everett to near the Marysville flats opened to traffic after months of construction.
The end of the HOV lane currently becomes the fast lane on I-5 with no merging necessary.
The lane still has finishing work to do. The roadbed has rough pavement and there is a jarring pavement transition at the Steamboat Slough Bridge on the highway.
Washington State Patrol Trooper Kelsey Harding urged motorists to slow down at the bump. Harding reported on X.com that the Patrol has received several calls from motorists who got flat tires from this area.
The finishing work is due to come. WSDOT said that "contractor crews will do the final paving on this section of northbound I-5 during overnight lane reductions through the end of August, then crews will paint the permanent lane markings in September."
The HOV lane is one piece of a project in the area to add new ramps from I-5 northbound onto state Route 529, and state Route 529 onto southbound I-5 and also to build a roundabout at the I-5 - SR 529 interchange.

Here's what it's like to drive the HOV lane (Tribune photos):

08/14/2024

Annual Clearview Town Hall is Thursday at 7 p.m.

The Annual Clearview Community Association Townhall will be Thursday, Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. at View Church, 17210 Highway 9, Clearview.
This year is anticipated to have
Sam Low, Washington State Representative
Jared Mead, Snohomish County Councilmember, District 4
John Lovick, 44th District, Mill Creek
Susanna Johnson, Snohomish County Sheriff
Have the chance to hear from elected officials and ask questions.

08/08/2024

08/08/2024

A Monroe woman who Lynnwood Police detectives allege is the "mastermind" of a gift card scheme was arrested Monday:

08/05/2024

It's time! The Avenue C Mural is ready for a new design. Our two finalists have been chosen and voting is now open! You are able to vote on our stories! You can vote now through August 10th at 11am. We will share more information about our artists here over the next few days. Happy voting!

08/05/2024

The WA State Department of Health's Care-A-Van will beat National Night Out in Snohomish (Tuesday August 6, 2:30pm-6:30PM) Childhood vaccines available for ages 6 months through 18 years. MPox vaccine available for ages 18 years and up. COVID-19 vaccines available for those 6 months and up. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, but walk-ins welcome! Please bring proof of insurance and vaccine card, if available. https://prepmod.doh.wa.gov/appointment/en/reg/3961630632

08/05/2024

Attention: The City of Monroe’s Annual Road Maintenance Program will be performing road work along northbound Fryelands Blvd. from Mon. Aug. 5 – Fri. Aug. 23. Traffic will be impacted with delays, and Fryelands Blvd. traffic will be moved onto the southbound lanes only. The intersection at Wales St. and Fryelands Blvd. will be closed to east and westbound traffic from Mon. Aug. 5 – Thurs. Aug. 8. and the Lake Tye Park north entrance will be closed. Detour routes will be provided to access local businesses from Tye St. Southbound traffic will be detoured through Tye St. or along 154 St. and back up 179 Ave. to access local businesses.
Section A: Aug. 5 - Aug. 8 - Fryelands Blvd. from Wales St. to 146 St.
Section B: Aug. 12 - Aug. 16 - Fryelands Blvd. from 146 St. to Tye St.

08/02/2024

City, AquaSox plan toward multi-use stadium as MLB deadline slides

EVERETT -- This fall will be crucial for the Everett AquaSox minor league baseball team in securing a stadium site that meets the league's stricter standards for comfort and safety inside the facilities where teams play.
The plan could mean upgrading Funko Field, owned by the Everett School District, or it could mean constructing a new stadium downtown near the northeast corner of Broadway and Wall Street, a block east of Angel of the Winds Arena downtown.
Either route would most likely involve city debt financing.
Key decisions on a site selection and authorizing a financing plan are expected to be made by the Everett City Council by year's end.

Lots more detail in the story online, or pick up a copy of this week's edition with the wakeboarder on it:
https://www.snoho.com/news/2024/jul/31/city-aquasox-plan-toward-multi-use-stadium-as-mlb-deadline-slides/

Image: A graphically detailed conceptual image of how a stadium would fit in the footprint near Wall Street and Broadway.

08/02/2024

WHAT ARE YOU DOING SATURDAY IN SNOHOMISH?

Here are some events. See the weekly calendar in the Tribune's Briefs section in the paper or online.

Community Breakfast
Everyone is invited to the Community Breakfast Saturday, Aug. 3 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Snohomish Senior Center, 506 Fourth St. in Snohomish.
Enjoy pancakes, French toast, sausage links, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, coffee or tea, and juice. Suggested donation is $7.

Art Night at St. John’s
St. John's Episcopal Church on Second Street in Snohomish will feature the works of Snohomish artist Donald Gill on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. Open mike for musicians, singers, storytellers, and poets. Snacks and beverages are provided without charge.

Seahawk Bingo
Come to the Snohomish Senior Center Saturday, Aug. 3 and play Bingo to win a set of three Seahawk tickets (Hawks vs. Browns Aug. 24). Prizes for best Seahawk attire and variety of trivia. Doors open at 4 p.m., Early Bird at 5:15 p.m., and first game at 5:30 p.m. 506 Fourth St. in Snohomish. 360-568-0934.

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08/02/2024

NEW:

Leadership at The Tulalip Tribes came out swinging in July against the Port of Everett's tax district and boundary expansion measure, Proposition 1, calling it an overreaching land acquisition and offense to the tribe in a letter.The tribe also paid for a text message sent to voters this week to vot...