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High school students in grades 9-12 must submit a 500-word essay on "Reflections of 9/11" by 9:11 a.m. on September 5. The contest prohibits AI assistance, and the winner will receive a cash prize and read their essay at the Monumental Talks event on September 11 in Everett.
Organized retail crime is increasingly using gift card fraud to fund illegal activities, including child trafficking and international conflicts. Washington state experiences significant financial losses from retail theft, with a 93% increase reported from 2019 to 2023. New legislation aims to combat this issue by allowing cities to implement a small sales tax to fund public safety programs.
Snohomish County Elections received the 2025 Professional Practices Independence Award for its Elections Explained initiative, which enhanced voter education and accessibility. The initiative, recognized at the National Association of Election Officials conference, engaged the community through partnerships and a multi-platform marketing campaign, generating over 11 million impressions.
Snohomish County Elections received the 2025 Professional Practices Independence Award for its Elections Explained initiative, which enhanced voter education and accessibility. The program utilized community partnerships and a multi-platform marketing strategy, generating over 11 million impressions and engaging voters in informative Q&A events.
Monroe will host its annual Swifts Night Out on September 6, featuring thousands of Vaux’s swifts roosting in a historic chimney. The event includes educational activities, wildlife booths, and a presentation on swifts. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs for optimal viewing.
Snohomish County has extended the Stage 1 burning ban until September 14, 2025, prohibiting outdoor residential burning except for recreational and cooking fires. The ban aims to mitigate fire risks amid dry weather conditions, with additional restrictions in place during “Red Flag Warnings.”
Snohomish County has extended its Stage 1 outdoor burning ban until September 14, 2025, due to high fire danger. The ban prohibits all residential burning, with exceptions for small recreational and cooking fires using approved fire pits. Residents are urged to exercise caution and stay informed through the Outdoor Burning Information Hotline.
Madilyn Brown, 13, of Arlington, decorates Henry, an 18-year-old Percheron horse, at the Evergreen State Fair on August 23. The fair, running until September 1 in Monroe, features various competitions and activities for attendees. A guide to the fair is available both online and in print.
Snohomish city officials have ruled out parallel parking on First Street east of Avenue D following community feedback prioritizing increased parking. The proposed plan includes converting Avenues A, B, C, and Union Avenue into alternating one-way streets, potentially adding 53 parking spots downtown.
Snohomish residents will receive a small credit on their trash bills due to recent service interruptions. The city negotiated this credit after organizing a public drop-off event for residents, which was supported financially by Republic Services.