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Kimberly-Clark site work halts soon after it began

Cleanup of the former Kimberly-Clark mill site has halted while Washingtonians shelter at home to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.

Local restaurants strive to keep their footing during coronavirus shutdowns

Restaurants, like many businesses, have had to suddenly adjust on-the-fly in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

What can coronavirus feel like? Aches, fever and more

Tyler Chism, 33, is willing to share his experience in recovering from COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, but he’s got one serious concern.

Public records access altered temporarily by governor

On March 24, Gov. Jay Inslee’s office walked the tightrope again between public safety and freedom

Food banks adjusting to serve during COVID-19 pandemic, and will need help

Food banks are getting creative and finding new support, as the COVID-19 crisis unfolds and the need for food-service increases.

Spring elections canceled; Everett school bond may go in fall

April’s special election won't be happening as all the entities with a measure on the ballot have withdrawn them.

Midtown task force nominees approved by council

Members of the Midtown Planning District Task Force were confirmed by the City Council in a block of all 13 of Mayor John Kartak’s choices.

Boeing suspending production plant operations for 14 days

On Monday, March 23, The Boeing Co. announced a temporary 14-day suspension of Puget Sound and Moses Lake operations, with operations being slowed down and reduced and the suspension anticipated to be completed by the end of this week, the company said.

Neighbors to Baker Heights development hear update

Architects addressed the Delta Neighborhood’s monthly community meeting Feb. 18 to discuss the future Baker Heights Apartments

Everett Station area improvement plan set aside by city administration

Opposition from some landowners has put a blockade to a proposal to form a Business Improvement Area taxing district around Everett Station.

Big downtown Rucker tear-up may be done this spring

The general contractor for the Rucker Renewal street project, which isn’t complete yet, wants an additional $700,000 to cover its overages.

County’s virus impact tally rises

Five deaths linked to COVID-19 are on the Snohomish Health District’s count as of March 17.

Mayor puts forward Midtown board nominations

The first meeting for the Midtown Planning District task force is postponed in response to closures and cancellations spurred by a worldwide coronavirus pandemic, but the confirmation of its committee members was scheduled for the Tuesday, March 17 City Council meeting as of press time.

Governments looking at option to have elected officials vote from offsite

Remote attendance and telework are being used as tools to minimize the spread of COVID-19, the viral illness declared a pandemic last week.

Need a doctor? Virtual visits can help lessen virus spread

Health care officials are walking the tightrope to treat COVID-19 while minimizing its spread, and some local health agencies are setting up systems to do both.

Everett's proposed changes to city scooter riding laws would mean no helmet required

The city intends to adjust its rulebook on electric-scooter riders to match its bicycle regulations this spring.

COVID-19 coronavirus virus: what you can do

The response to COVID-19 is robust, but the advice remains the same as any flu-season: wash hands, cover coughs and sneezes, stay away from others when ill, and sanitize often-touched surfaces.

Everett gains a semi-pro soccer team, its season starts in MayEverett Jets FC tryouts are March 28 and 29

A new semipro soccer team will be taking flight this spring when Everett Jets FC play their inaugural season at Everett Memorial Stadium.

Everett residents may be asked to help city budget with more taxes

City leaders are warning that Everett’s budget is nearing the point of having to cut services if it doesn’t take new steps to fix its cash flow.

Affordable housing gets spotlight in county report

Cities and the county are wrestling with recommendations from the Housing Affordability Regional Task force (HART) that attempt to match needs with reality regarding affordable housing.