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Omicron variant infections spike

COVID-19 tests to become more available

Lord Hill Park survey results show mixed view on creating specialty “zones” to separate users

Lord Hill Regional Park is a multi-use natural space treasured and frequented by residents of Snohomish County.

At least 64 died on the streets this year in Snohomish County

Sixty-four people, if not more, died in Snohomish County without shelter during the past 12 months.

Omicron variant still poses unknowns

State health officials said Dec. 21 there have been 400 Omicron variant cases logged so far, and the first in Snohomish County appeared last week.

Mill Creek exploring switch of fire agencies

Mill Creek is looking at changing fire service providers after shopping around.

First case of Omicron variant detected in county

The Omicron variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 has now been detected in Snohomish County

Transition at Craven Farm preserves traditions.

Craven Farm grew into a household name for the area. Understanding the impact Craven Farm has made in the community has been eye-opening to new owners Brian and Kimi Chadwick.

Brandy Donaghy appointed to Legislature

Last week, the County Council unanimously selected state Rep. John Lovick

Countywide affordable housing tax approved for Snohomish County

A Snohomish County Council majority last week authorized an increase to the county sales tax rate by 0.1 percen

COVID survivor publishes paperback of everyday humor

Carol Cross just published one book and finished writing another, which is a noteworthy accomplishment for someone who cannot read.

Blackman Lake may receive deeper analysis in coming years

The health of Blackman Lake, once considered a jewel of the town, is continuing to decline because of a multitude of reasons.

Course set to fixing Pilchuck Park road and riverbank

The City Council voted on a plan to relocate the Pilchuck Park access road and reinforce the nearby river’s slope at its final council meeting of the year Dec. 7

Community Transit asking for public feedback through Dec. 17 on reconfiguring bus service

In advance of Sound Transit light rail reaching Snohomish County in 2024

NEWS BITES for Dec. 8, 2021

Mayor Kartak goodbye coffee meet

EvCC pauses closing Early Learning Center due to public outcry

Everett Community College paused the closure of its Early Learning Center, slated for June 2022 at the end of the school year, after pressure from parents and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) union.

County pursuing its own sales tax for affordable housing

Snohomish County’s government leaders are proposing to collect a special countywide 0.1% sales tax for affordable housing

Growing call for Monroe Schools to be stricter on student racism, increase training

Members of the Monroe Equity Council and supporters plan to flood the next school board meeting with calls to act against racism.

SHS Theatre returns with "Pride and Prejudice"

She's repelled by his arrogance and condescension

Christmas House wants every child to get a gift

The all-volunteer group Christmas House believes in the benevolent idea that every child should get a toy for the holidays.