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Everett Music Initiative has announced the 2025 Music at the Marina lineup taking place at Port Gardner Landing at the Port of Everett every Thursday from 5 to 9pm from July 10th to August 28th, 2025.

Music at the Marina, one of the biggest free summer music series in the region, returns this July with a strong lineup.

Music at the marina poster. Click to expand.

The 2025 eight-week series will include some crowd favorites and some new artists to the stage, including:

• Queen Mother (A Queen Tribute)
• The Little Lies (A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac)
• Nite Wave (80’s New Wave)
• Steel Beans & Small Paul, Santa Poco (Country)
• Moxie (Funk/R&B)
• Victims of Love (Eagles Tribute)
• LeRoy Bell

This year’s Music at the Marina event will also include a food truck lineup to make sure attendees have some quick to-go dinner and treat options.

Fan favorites L.A. Smashburger and Tacos Penachos will both return this year, along with She’s Got Bowls and Sugar & Spoon.

The event is FREE and all ages, and will offer a beer garden for those over 21 years of age.

“Watching the growth of this event these past few years has been really special,” said Ryan Crowther, Founder of Everett Music Initiative.

“There’s not much better than a sunny day at the marina listening to live music and bumping into your friends and neighbors. Our team is really proud to grow and continue this waterfront tradition, and love the opportunity to showcase all that’s happening down at the Port of Everett. Our partnership with the Port of Everett, City of Everett, Snohomish County and sponsors allow this event to remain free and we’re all really lucky to have a weekly gathering like this here in Everett,” added Crowther.

Everett Music Initiative has received support from Port of Everett, Tito’s Vodka, Visit Everett, Toyota of Western Washington, Coastal Community Bank, Ziply Fiber, Proliance Surgeons Everett Bone & Joint, Lombardi’s Italian, Century Pacific, and Snohomish County. EMI is still fundraising for the free music series and anyone interested in sponsoring can reach out to Katie Lewis at emiklewis@gmail.com.

Landon DuPont named WHL Rookie of the Year

Everett Silvertips 15-year old defenseman Landon DuPont has officially won the Jim Piggott Memorial Trophy for Western Hockey League Rookie of the Year.

“It’s a huge honor for sure,” commented DuPont. “What really mattered to me was our team and our year, how well we played together and how connected we were. We really had a special group in the locker room this year.”

DuPont, an ’09-born Calgary, AB native granted exceptional status for 2024-25, led all rookies in scoring with 60 points in 64 games played this season. His 17 goals were ninth-most amongst league blueliners and the most by a Silvertip defenseman since Jake Christiansen’s 22 in the 2019-20 season. DuPont finished with a +31 defensive rating, third amongst all rookies.

Of DuPont’s 60 points, 27 came on the powerplay including 10 goals. He generated 201 shots on goal (an average of 3.4-per-game), second-most amongst rookies and fifth amongst all defensemen.

“I want to thank everyone else on the team for giving me people to look up to,” DuPont added.

“The coaching staff and organization as a whole always gave me support, I couldn’t do it without
them.”

The 5-foot-11, 179-pound righty continued his excellence in the postseason, as he logged five goals and 10 assists for 15 points and a +7 defensive rating over 10 Playoff games.

DuPont is the third Everett Silvertip to win the Jim Piggott Memorial Trophy, joining forwards Peter Mueller (’05-06) and Kyle Beach (’06-07). He is the first 15-year-old to win the award since Connor Bedard of the Regina Pats (’20-21).

Joe Hernandez (second from right) and son Isaac Hernandez (to his right) receive a new Adopt-A-Road road sign from Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers and Public Works Director Kelly Snyder

Since 2015, Snohomish resident Joe Hernandez and his family and friends have been picking up roadside litter along South Machias Road as volunteers with the Snohomish County Adopt-A-Road program.

Hernandez’s group received recognition for its decade of volunteer service to the community at a ceremony on the county campus in Everett on Earth Day, Tuesday, April 22.

County Executive Dave Somers read a proclamation honoring the group and presented its members with a new sign that will be erected by road maintenance personnel at the group’s adopted location.

“The Adopt-A-Road program is a fine example of people, like Mr. Hernandez and his family and friends, working together to find solutions to problems that affect us all and to build civic pride,” Somers said. “The program was born out of a desire by many people in Snohomish County to start something that benefits the community. The county is proud that it has continued after so many years and appreciates selfless volunteers like Mr. Hernandez and his team.”

The Snohomish County Adopt-A-Road program has been in existence since 2008 pairing civic-minded individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations, and faith-based entities with sections of unincorporated county roadway. Groups commit to an initial two-year commitment picking up litter at least twice per year. The program currently features 43 different groups managing 51 sections.

As with any growing area, litter is bound to become an issue, which is why creative solutions are needed. Hernandez’s group is one of four active groups within the program that have been volunteering for more than a decade. At least a dozen groups have been with the program for five years or more.

“The Adopt-A-Road program is part of a dedicated three-pronged approach managed by Public Works to keep litter and waste off unincorporated county roads,” said Public Works Director Kelly Snyder. “The county’s Litter Wranglers litter crew, Environmental Clean Up team, and the Adopt-A-Road participants, all work hard to keep our beautiful county looking good. This work is invaluable.”

Snyder announced at the ceremony that the popularity of the program required its expansion. Eleven new sections, all of which are in the Lynnwood and Bothell areas, have been added to the program and are available for adoption. More sections are likely to be added later this year.

To see a list of the available sections and for more information, visit the Adopt-A-Road webpage at https://www.snohomishcountywa.gov/664/Adopt-A-Road.

Team Jack in the Bot 2025 Global Champions

We’ve written about Team “Jack in the Bot” before. They have a very strong track record with several championships under their belts.

This time they have claimed their biggest prize yet. The Everett Public Schools is proud to announce that Team 2910 “Jack in the Bot” from Henry M. Jackson High School has won the 2025 FIRST Robotics World Championship, held in Houston, Texas.

This global competition brought together 600 of the top high school robotics teams from 30 countries—and Jack in the Bot rose to the top.

Representing our the Everett School District with excellence, Team 2910 joined forces with three outstanding teams—1323 MadTown Robotics (CA), 4272 Maverick Robotics (IN), and 5026 Iron Panthers (CA)—to win their division and advance to the championship bracket, known as Einstein.

Alongside this impressive accomplishment, Jack in the Bot also received the Innovation in Control Award, which recognizes a team’s creative use of control systems and engineering excellence. This award highlights the technical talent and problem-solving skills that define our students and programs.

The road to the championship was filled with high-stakes matches and unforgettable moments, including a pivotal maneuver by Jack in the Bot’s robot that helped secure victory in the final match of the season. The alliance prevailed after a double-elimination bracket in a dramatic best-of-three series to claim the world title.

This achievement is a reflection not only of the students’ hard work and dedication but also of the incredible support that surrounds them. Jack in the Bot’s success would not be possible without the contributions of dedicated mentors, committed school staff, generous sponsors, and the unwavering encouragement of families, friends, and the community. Together, this network of support has empowered our students to reach extraordinary heights.

“Everybody on the team went into the event excited and focused; we were going to be competing with and against the best teams in FRC,” said Coach Steve Kaneb. “Achieving our team goal of winning the world championship just took all of us.”

“We strived to make no mistakes and reviewed every match for improvement,” said Driver and Programming Lead Sudhir Chebiyyam. “That mindset helped us put up the high scores that won us the title.”

“Our seniors have worked together for four long years,” said Public Relations Officer Alexandra Balan. “I’m incredibly proud, and I know this team will keep making us proud for years to come.”

Everett Public Schools celebrates this extraordinary accomplishment as a shining example of what our students can achieve through innovation, perseverance, and teamwork.

“We are incredibly proud of the momentous success of our own Team 2910,” said Principal Sechin Tower. “Their innovation, teamwork and perseverance exemplify the very best of what our students can achieve. Congratulations to our champions!”

As temperatures warm and spring can be seen all around us, it is important to remember the hardship many faced during the cold winter months and the volunteers who stepped up during those difficult times.

Snohomish County’s network of Cold Weather Shelters led the way with many acts of selfless service which gave hope and saved lives this past winter.

There are six Cold Weather Shelters (CWS) that operate regularly across Snohomish County.

These shelters, located in churches, non-profit agencies, and neighborhood hubs, are operated by staff and volunteers each night temperatures are forecasted to drop below 34 degrees. For five months out of the year, these shelters are ready to open their doors, offering the homeless a place of refuge from the harshness of winter.

Together, Snohomish County Human Services, the Everett Gospel Mission, Volunteers of America, and LINC NW partnered with the United Church of Christ, Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church, Everett Women and Children’s Shelter, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, United in Grace Church, Snohomish Evangelical Free Church, and Maple Park Church to operate the CWS
locations.

A true testament to the commitment of CWS staff and volunteers was their response during one of the coldest stretches of the season, from January 11 to February 14. During this period, shelters were open 34 out of 35 nights. To meet the growing demand, a seventh temporary shelter was also opened in Everett. On the coldest nights, more than 250 people found shelter at the various locations across the county.

At the Marysville CWS alone, 1,352 beds and nearly 1,800 volunteer hours were provided last winter. The incredible generosity of community members during difficult times is a testament to our communities’ resilience.

I had the opportunity to join these staff and volunteers and witness firsthand the positive impact their service has on the most vulnerable in our communities. I was impressed with the dignity and respect which was shown toward each of these individuals by the staff and volunteers.

Snohomish County is proud to partner with these organizations, providing funding for staffing, operations, and supplies to ensure that CWS locations are equipped to help our neighbors in need. Additionally, Everett Transit and Community Transit make it easier for individuals to reach shelters by offering free bus rides on the nights the shelters are open.

On April 8th, the Snohomish County Council recognized the staff and volunteers from our Cold Weather Shelter network by passing Resolution 25-008. The resolution reads in part, “the shelters rely on the selfless dedication and tireless efforts of its staff and volunteers who embody the spirit of community and public service.”

This resolution was not only a recognition of the individuals who make the CWS program possible, it acknowledged the passion and care for others that is so evident throughout Snohomish County.

The CWS staff and volunteers have not only offered shelter from the cold, they have also shown what it means to care for one another, lift each other up, and build a community where no one is left behind. To everyone who contributes to this effort, thank you.

Today is Earth Day. Many Earth Day events took place last weekend, but many more take place this weekend. It’s a great opportunity to recycle the difficult-to-recycle items including electronics, styrofoam, and batteries.

Electronics Recycling

On Saturday, April 26, Snohomish County Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and Public Works are hosting a free electronics recycling event at the Evergreen State Fair Park’s Red Lot.

• WHAT: Free electronics recycling event
• WHEN: April 26th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. or until the truck is filled
• WHERE: Evergreen State Fair Red Lot – 14405 179th Avenue SE; Monroe, WA 98272

More information and list of items accepted: https://www.snohomishcountywa.gov/3871/Earth-Day

Battery Recycling & More

Interstate All Battery Recycling Event

Interstate All Battery Center® of Everett is hosting its 7th Annual Earth Day Recycling Event on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A couple of ribbon cuttings in South Everett mark two new car wash options in South Everett. One celebrated its opening, and one celebrated their ground breaking.

Quick Quack Car Wash in South Everett

Quick Quack:

On April 9th, 2025 Quick Quack celebrated their grand opening. Located at 10330 Evergreen Way in Everett, next to Woods Coffee, Quick Quack bought and took over what was formerly the Glint Car Wash.

The Quick Quack rebranding of the location is part of their acquisition of Glint, which included six locations in Washington. Whenever Quick Quack launches a new location, they host a fundraiser to help out a local individual, family, or charity. They will host 5 days of free car washes in June. You can nominate where the money goes here.

Early reviews of Quick Quack show there are some kinks that need to be worked out, especially with the trunk cleaning. Glint had many positive reviews, so hopefully they get back to the service level they had before.

Tommy’s Express Car Wash:

Tommy’s Groundbreaking Ceremony. Picturing Phuong Truong (Owner), Wendy Poischbeg (CEO, Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce), John Graves (Project Manager), and Clayton Wall (Owner).

Tommy’s Express held a groundbreaking ceremony on March 21st. Tommy’s will be located at 8101 Evergreen Way in Everett next to Discount Tire and is currently under construction.

The Everett location is the first location for Tommy’s in Washington State. It’s a rapidly growing national car wash brand and franchise already in 36 other states at 230 different locations.

Tommy’s Express is known for its customer-first approach, state-of-the-art technology, and quick, efficient service. Their signature wash tunnels, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and a transparent roof, provide a bright, welcoming atmosphere that’s both modern and inviting.

We are told future customers in Everett will enjoy an easy, three-minute wash through the tunnel, even during peak hours. Tommy’s Express in Everett will offer complimentary floor mat washers and on-site vacuum stations to ensure that your car is spotless inside and out.

For added convenience, customers can also purchase TommyClub unlimited wash memberships, which grant access to the wash through an automatic license plate reader system. Members can choose from four different wash packages at varying price points.

“We’re thrilled to introduce Tommy’s Express to the Everett community,”  said Clayton Wall, one of the local franchise owners. “We understand that the people of Everett value quality service and convenience, and we look forward to providing the best car wash experience.”

“Tommy’s Express is dedicated to serving the communities in which we operate,” said Phuong Truong, one of the local franchise owners. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of Everett and are committed to being a staple for the community for years to come.”