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WSU Extension Master Gardeners of Snohomish County will host a free educational program on pollinator plants on May 17, 2025, at Evergreen Arboretum & Gardens. The event features Lee Borgatt, who will share insights about plants that attract pollinators and how to cultivate them. Attendees can ask questions and enjoy the garden's beauty without prior registration.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Seattle Mariners outfielder Jonny Farmelo debuted with the High-A Everett AquaSox on April 29, 2025, hitting a two-run homer in a 3-2 loss to the Emeralds. Farmelo, a 20-year-old prospect from Virginia, was promoted after recovering from a torn ACL and is currently ranked the No. 6 prospect in the Mariners organization.