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The Snohomish school board approved a 25-cent increase in meal prices for the upcoming school year. Starting September 1, lunch will cost $3.75 at middle and high schools and $3.50 at elementary schools, while breakfast prices will rise to $2.25 and $2, respectively. Reduced and free lunch program participants will continue to pay nothing.
Local author Malcolm Bates and historian Taylor Russell published "First Street Stories," reflecting on Snohomish's historical transformation. The book combines personal memories with historical records, capturing the essence of downtown Snohomish in the 1950s. Bates aims to inspire further exploration of the town's rich history.
WSDOT warns of significant traffic congestion in Everett as northbound SR-529 closes for construction from May 2 at 11 p.m. to May 6 at 11 p.m. The closure will affect traffic on I-5 and will include additional planned closures later in May.
Former Monroe High teacher Giles Stanton faced new sexual assault charges involving a second underage student, leading to his arrest on May 1. The allegations include rape and sexual misconduct occurring during school hours and continuing after the student moved out of state. This follows previous charges filed against Stanton for similar offenses involving another student.
Mayor Linda Redmon will deliver her State of the City address on Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Snohomish Carnegie Building. The speech will outline the city's goals and upcoming budget proposals, including a potential salary increase for the mayor.
A man reported that a coyote charged and stalked him and his dog on the Southwest County Trail in Edmonds, Washington. Jerome Thiebaud described the animal's behavior, noting it followed them for about 15 minutes, barking and howling. He emphasized the importance of not feeding coyotes to prevent dangerous encounters.
Former Snohomish City Council member Anne K. Eason passed away on April 12 at the age of 86. Eason, the city's first female council member, contributed to local organizations, including the Snohomish Carnegie Foundation. Her funeral services are scheduled for April 23 at St. Michael’s Church.
The Washington Cities Insurance Authority has paid over $275,000 to defend Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue in a religious discrimination lawsuit filed by eight unvaccinated firefighters. The firefighters, challenging Gov. Jay Inslee's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, seek back pay and benefits totaling between $800,000 and $1.6 million. The case is currently in the federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Federal funding cuts and layoffs at the U.S. Forest Service will likely hinder the Washington Department of Natural Resources' prescribed burn program, which is essential for wildfire prevention. As wildfires are expected to increase this season, local agencies may face increased workloads in managing controlled burns and firefighting efforts. Residents are urged to take precautions to mitigate fire risks.
Food banks in Snohomish County face significant funding cuts as federal support declines, with millions lost from key USDA programs. Local food banks report increased demand but reduced access to nutritious food, impacting vulnerable families.