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A permit application has been submitted for a new golf facility at Everett Mall, which may resemble a Top Golf venue. The project will feature a three-level building with dining and entertainment options, aiming to revitalize a currently unused parking area. A public hearing is scheduled for August 29, 2024, to discuss the proposal further.
The Animal Shelter Advisory Board event in Everett, Washington, aims to address local animal welfare issues, focusing on the implementation of new ordinances and policies. Running from July 23, 2024, to October 23, 2024, this initiative invites community engagement and input on crucial decisions impacting the local animal shelter and its operations.
The City of Everett Water Utility is set to break ground on a new regional reservoir to replace the century-old Reservoir 3, which serves a significant portion of the local population. The groundbreaking ceremony, scheduled for July 23, 2024, will allow media to capture the event and engage with city officials on the project's importance. This initiative aims to enhance water safety and reliability for residents in Snohomish County.
Everett Water Utility is set to break ground on a new regional reservoir on July 23, 2024, aimed at replacing the century-old Reservoir 3, which currently serves 450,000 residents in south Snohomish County. The new infrastructure is designed to be seismically resilient, ensuring safe and reliable drinking water and fire flow for the community for the next century. Media are invited to cover this significant event, highlighting its importance for public health and infrastructure sustainability.
The City of Everett has launched the Community Alternative Response Everett (CARE) program, aimed at providing specialized responses to behavioral health crises, reducing the reliance on traditional emergency services. Funded by a $4.5 million SAMHSA grant, the initiative has evolved from previous programs to enhance community support and intervention, engaging over 1,800 individuals since its inception. This innovative approach reflects Everett's commitment to addressing complex social issues with compassion and efficiency.
The Everett Fire Department has responded to two serious incidents involving young children falling from third-story windows in Everett, WA, highlighting the critical need for window safety measures. With six reported cases in Snohomish County this year, caregivers are urged to enhance window safety through supervision and the installation of safety devices. The article provides actionable steps and resources to help prevent such accidents.
The Everett Fire Department has responded to two serious incidents involving children falling from third-story windows, resulting in significant injuries. These events underscore the critical need for window safety measures in homes, especially for toddlers. Local authorities are taking steps to educate the community on preventing such accidents and providing safety devices to residents.
A “Women’s Strike for Reproductive Freedom & Human Rights” is set to take place in Downtown Everett on June 24, organized by Snohomish County Indivisible. The event comes two years after the controversial overturning of Roe vs. Wade, highlighting ongoing concerns about women's rights and reproductive health. Participants aim to demonstrate solidarity against perceived governmental overreach and the erosion of women's rights.
Two firefighters sustained non-life-threatening injuries while battling a significant house fire in Everett's Valley View neighborhood. The fire, which spread to a neighboring home, resulted in extensive damage and the tragic loss of one cat, while the American Red Cross is assisting displaced residents. The incident underscores the importance of working smoke alarms in homes.
Carpenter Media Group's recent acquisition of the Everett Herald has led to significant layoffs, reducing staff by over half in the unionized newsroom. This move reflects broader challenges facing the newspaper industry, including declining circulation and competition from digital platforms. With nearly 20,000 jobs cut in 2023 alone, the situation highlights the ongoing struggle for local news outlets.