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The Annual Snohomish County Update will take place on May 20, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Local leaders, including Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers, will discuss economic developments and community initiatives. The event aims to engage residents and stakeholders in the county's progress.
The city of Everett will host an open house on May 8, 2025, to discuss the Everett 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update. This event aims to engage the community in shaping future city developments. Local stakeholders, including Bolton & Menk, are expected to participate.
Everett Police arrested a 35-year-old male on May 5th, 2025, in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on May 4th at a grocery store in South Everett. The suspect posed as an HVAC technician, displayed a weapon, and demanded cash before fleeing. He faces charges of first-degree robbery and possession of a controlled substance.
Sno-Isle Tech Skills Center experienced a brief lockdown today while local law enforcement addressed a nearby security incident. A blue Hyundai Santa Fe, fleeing law enforcement with a deflated tire, was linked to the situation, leading to the lockdown. The vehicle was later found unoccupied, and the suspect remains at large.
A male was pronounced dead at the scene of a fire in a ground-floor apartment at Woodhaven Apartments in Everett this morning. Firefighters extinguished a small fire in the bedroom, preventing further damage to neighboring units. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Everett Fire Marshal’s Office.
The Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame Committee announced the 2025 Induction Class, featuring four athletes, two coaches, one sports contributor, and one team. This class marks the 15th induction for the Hall of Fame, highlighting notable figures such as baseball player Brent Lillibridge and gymnastics coach Laurel Tindall.
The USPS has removed the blue mail collection box at 3102 Hoyt in Downtown Everett, leaving customers frustrated. Mixed responses from USPS employees suggest the removal may be due to issues with packages blocking the mailbox. Patrons now must park and enter the facility to drop off mail, a less convenient option.
Travelers between Everett and Marysville face multiple four-day closures of SR 529 in May for critical bridge repairs. Northbound lanes will close from 11 p.m. Friday to 11 p.m. Tuesday on specified weekends, with detours in place. Smith Island will remain accessible, and a shuttle will be available for pedestrians and cyclists.
Snohomish County Council passed legislation to combat nuisance recreational vehicles (RVs) on public roads, establishing a 72-hour parking limit. Councilmember Nate Nehring emphasized the law's role in enhancing public safety and addressing community concerns linked to derelict RVs.
The City of Everett reinstates its Cultural Arts Grant program for 2025, offering five grants of $5,000 each to support free arts initiatives. Applications will be accepted from May 1 to May 31, 2025, following a temporary pause due to budget constraints after the failed Proposition 1 tax measure.