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Teamsters Local 763 and the City of Snohomish engaged in negotiations regarding the potential dissolution of the Teamsters Pension Trust on November 4. The city proposed an opt-out provision for employees, which the union deemed unfeasible, leading to a mutual decision to seek mediation. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for December 5.
The Monroe Bearcats defeated the Snohomish Panthers 3-1 in the second round of Wesco 3A Districts, advancing to the State Tournament. Junior Shannara Peebles led with 18 kills, while Maddie Walker and Naia Atalig contributed significantly to the team's success. Monroe will compete against Gig Harbor on November 21.
Richard Flath won a seat on the Fire District 4 board, defeating incumbent Evan Merritt by 158 votes. Flath, a retired pastor, will join Brian Mills and Craig Erickson on the board starting in 2026.
Everett has enacted a gross misdemeanor for domestic violence cases where children witness the abuse. The law mandates a minimum 15-day jail sentence for offenders, reflecting the psychological impact on children exposed to such violence.
Monroe's Adopt-a-Drain program enables volunteers to help maintain storm drains, preventing flooding and protecting waterways from pollution. Participants monitor nearly 3,500 drains, clearing debris and reporting issues while ensuring clean runoff enters local drainage basins. Excess nutrients from runoff can harm aquatic life, making this community effort vital for environmental health.
Valerie Flynn’s home-based business, Studio 606, has evolved into a gallery featuring 25 artists, reflecting a trend of local entrepreneurship in Snohomish. City officials emphasize supporting existing businesses to foster community growth, with recent policy changes aimed at easing operational restrictions for small businesses. Flynn highlights the challenges of maintaining her craft amid rising commercial rents affecting downtown businesses.
A Snohomish woman in her 60s died from the flu, marking the first flu-related death of the season in Snohomish County. Health officials express concern over the early timing of the death, urging residents to get vaccinated before Thanksgiving gatherings. Fourteen influenza-related hospitalizations have been reported in the county this season as of November 12.
Bird flu has infected a backyard flock of ducks in Everett, prompting state agricultural officials to implement a risk watch zone within a 10-mile radius. The highly contagious virus poses a threat to both poultry and humans, with symptoms including lethargy and discolored feces. Authorities urge flock owners to take precautions during migratory bird season.
Fred Bird, a former Tribune photographer and writer, passed away at 79 in Seattle after a brief illness. He was known for capturing community life in Snohomish during the 1970s and 1980s, contributing significantly as a journalist and a founding member of the Washington Ornithological Society.
WildStyle Gym in Snohomish raised over $1,200 for a breast cancer organization through a Burpees contest. The Thanksgiving food drive organized by local police collected 1,200 pounds of food for families and pets in need. Additionally, the YMCA thanked Les Schwab Tires for new tires donated to its vehicles.