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The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for parts of Snohomish County on July 16, 2025, due to high fire danger. This warning bans all fires, including recreational ones, amid ongoing hot and dry conditions. A burn ban, effective since July 1, 2025, remains in place until significant rainfall occurs.
Snohomish County will host a Climate Resilience Open House on July 30, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Mariner High School. Residents can learn about climate impacts and provide input for the Communitywide Climate Resiliency Plan. Spanish interpretation will be available, and an online survey will gather feedback from those unable to attend.
Republic Services workers in Snohomish County began a two-day work stoppage Wednesday in solidarity with striking Teamsters Local 252. The company reported that service delays affected customers across the state, while employees demand fair wages. Republic Services plans to offer double services next week but will not provide discounts.
Snohomish police increased parking enforcement near intersections, fire hydrants, and stop signs due to numerous resident complaints. Violators face a $50 ticket, which can be halved if paid promptly. Local merchants support the enforcement, believing it encourages proper parking behavior.
Sky River Bakery in Monroe will close on July 13 after 38 years in business, primarily due to rising costs of ingredients and wages. Owner Rick Leng, who bought the bakery nearly five years ago, hopes to find someone to take over the business. Local business owners highlight the broader struggles facing food and hospitality sectors, with profit margins plummeting to 1.5% in Washington State.
Hangar 420 opened a new marijuana retail store in Clearview on June 30, despite county regulations prohibiting such establishments within 10,000 feet of each other. The county has initiated legal action against the retailer, which claims it has precedence rights due to a historical presence of marijuana businesses at the location. The case underscores ongoing tensions regarding marijuana regulations in the area.
The Supreme Court's ruling in Rudisill v. McDonough grants military veterans an additional year of GI Bill benefits, potentially increasing access to 48 months of funding. Veterans can now revoke previous waivers to regain access to the Montgomery GI Bill after qualifying service periods. Awareness of this change remains low, prompting officials to encourage applications.
Motorcyclists will participate in the Taco Poker Run on July 12 to support Jon Bradshaw, a hit-and-run survivor. The event aims to assist Bradshaw with medical and living expenses following a serious motorcycle accident. Attendees can also enjoy tacos, a raffle, and a live auction.
A car crash in Snohomish left a teenage victim and her mother injured after their vehicle was struck by another car. The incident occurred shortly after celebrating a basketball tournament victory, leading to a moment of panic and confusion as emergency responders arrived. The victim described her experience of the crash and the immediate aftermath in vivid detail.
A man faces homicide charges following the overdose death of an Everett woman he sold drugs to on May 4. The suspect, arrested on June 23, is linked to the incident through surveillance footage showing him selling narcotics to the victim just before her death.