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The Snohomish County Council will hold a public hearing on May 14 to discuss proposed amendments to its Critical Areas Regulations, which govern development near sensitive environmental habitats. Council members are divided over amendments aimed at balancing development with environmental protections, particularly concerning wetlands. Opponents warn that reducing buffer zones could harm critical salmonid habitats.
A group of women in Snohomish County raises funds for local nonprofits through the initiative 100+ Women Who Care, gathering again on May 12. The collective has donated $370,000 since its inception six years ago, with an average of $19,000 per event. Their last donation of $23,000 went to Work Opportunities in Lynnwood.
Nathan and his nephew Nova participated in the Everett Steelhead and Salmon Youth Organization's youth fishing day at Jennings Park Pond in Marysville on May 3. The organization will host additional free fishing days on May 10 at Thornton A. Sullivan Park and May 17 at Gissberg Twin Lakes Park.
Electric bassist Carol Kaye, born in Everett, will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on November 8 for her contributions to music. Kaye, a member of The Wrecking Crew, played on an estimated 10,000 recordings, including hits like “The Beat Goes On” and the theme from “M*A*S*H.”
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.
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.
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.
Everett City Councilwoman Liz Vogeli will not seek re-election after seven years on the council. Vogeli plans to fulfill her term and encourages others to run for her District 4 seat, which has seen limited candidate interest due to immigration status issues.
A fifth-grade boy alarmed parents at Machias Elementary by showing a blue toy gun at a school bus stop. Despite reassurances from law enforcement that the item was not a real weapon, the incident has led to heightened concerns among parents and students, prompting discussions about safety protocols.