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Monroe Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Janelle Drews led a community event on June 21, where locals painted a giant ant at Galaxy Theaters. Frank Rimkus, CEO of Galaxy Theatres, brought the giant ants from California, where they had decorated a multiplex for a decade. The initiative involved local youth organizations, encouraging creativity and community spirit.
Snohomish launched its city advisory board to plan First Street's future, focusing on traffic, parking, and pedestrian needs. Meetings will occur monthly for ten months, with public input encouraged through an online survey. Mayor Linda Redmon emphasized the goal of making First Street accessible for all.
The first annual Panther 24 Hour Relay raised over $5,000 for scholarships at Snohomish High School. Fourteen teams, including five adult and nine youth teams, participated, with the SHS XC Old Timers winning by completing 783 laps. The event highlighted community support for local education and honored former teachers.
Fourteen-year-old Jacob Badgley remains paralyzed from the chest down following a dirt bike accident in Washougal on May 31. His family is seeking financial support for potential stem cell treatments through a GoFundMe campaign, which has received significant community backing.
Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue appointed Brian Park as its new fire chief, succeeding Kevin O’Brien, who retires in mid-July. Park previously led the Rialto Fire Department in California, which handled over 25,000 calls last year. The board selected Park over other finalists, with a 6-1 vote in favor of his hiring.
Snohomish County's 2025 Point-in-Time count identified 1,140 homeless individuals, a 1.8% decrease from 2024. The sheltered population increased by 11%, attributed to the availability of Cold Weather Shelters during the count. County Executive Dave Somers emphasized the importance of local partnerships in addressing homelessness.
Snohomish County property owners will receive new assessed value notices by June 27, 2025, reflecting a 6.26% increase in residential sale prices. The county’s overall increase in property values is 5.51%, with commercial properties rising by 2.68%. Property owners can verify their assessments and appeal if necessary.
Snohomish County property owners will receive new assessment notices on June 27, 2025, reflecting a 6.26% increase in residential property values and a 2.68% rise in commercial values for 2024. The overall countywide increase is 5.51%, driven by market sales that determine assessed valuations. Property owners can verify their property details and appeal their assessments through the Assessor’s Office.
Snohomish County prepares for the 2025 Point-in-Time Count of homelessness, a critical measure for assessing housing needs. This count assists local agencies in tracking progress and securing funding to combat homelessness. The Human Services Department aims to meet basic needs and promote community development.
CVS plans to acquire 64 Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs locations in the Pacific Northwest, including multiple stores in Snohomish County. The transition, expected to be completed by late summer or fall, will involve rebranding the Bartell stores to CVS. Rite Aid continues to face bankruptcy, with plans to close several locations.