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Ballots have started arriving this weekend and one interesting proposed change is Proposition 3, which would amend the Snohomish County Charter to require that all elected offices be non-partisan. In particular, it would convert offices of the five-member County Council, County Executive, and County Prosecutor from (currently) partisan to non-partisan offices. The primary argument for […]

We received a reader tip that there was an altercation on a Community Transit bus last night on State Avenue in Marysville. The incident took place on Community Transit Route 202, which runs between Smokey Point and Lynwood Transit Center, making stops at State Avenue/88th St NE, Broadway/Pacific, Broadway/33rd St, and Everett Station. Early reports […]

The Snohomish County Council is currently in the process of reviewing the County Executive’s recommended biennial budget for 2027-2028. A vital part of the budget process is input and feedback from residents. The council has many upcoming opportunities for public participation and is encouraging members of the public to attend and share ideas and priorities […]

The Marysville Police Department participated in Operation Clear Track today, conducting a focused rail‑safety emphasis aimed at reducing risky behaviors around railroad crossings and improving public awareness. During the one‑day detail, officers made 39 traffic stops, issuing 32 infractions, 7 warnings, and making 2 arrests for driving with a suspended license. The emphasis targeted violations […]

The Maryvsille Police Department shared an update on 42 dogs saved from severe breeding-horading conditions: WESTIES RESCUE – RECOVERY AND CASE UPDATE The Westies rescued on August 31 continue to make progress, but they still have a long road ahead as they recover in the care of the Everett Animal Shelter. Recovery Update The dogs […]

The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office is launching a Drone as First Responder (DFR) pilot program in partnership with Snohomish County 911 (SNO911), and Skydio, bringing advanced technology to public safety response. Everett’s Drone as First responder pilot launched in September, 2025 has helped in several situations, publicly, and many more unannounced. It has helped with […]

On August 31, 2026, the Marysville Police Department seized 42 dogs from a utility trailer after officers discovered extreme breeding‑hoarding conditions. The dogs, identified as West Highland White Terriers (Westies), were found inside a cramped utility trailer outfitted with makeshift partitions, stacked kennels, and a plastic storage tub containing young puppies. Many of the dogs […]

South County Fire broke ground Tuesday on a new fire station along North Road. The facility, designed to improve emergency response and firefighter safety, will replace Hilltop Fire Station 22. Construction is expected to be completed by late 2027. “This station will provide modern, earthquake-resistant, code-compliant working and living facilities for our firefighters,” said Jim […]

A month-and-a-half-long investigation by the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force (SRDTF) into the suspected trafficking of fentanyl, methamphetamine and other controlled substances resulted in the seizure of more than $147,000 in U.S. currency, eight firearms, two vehicles and multiple controlled substances. On August 19, 2026, SRDTF detectives served a search warrant at a residence in […]

Approximately 150 radio-controlled car drivers from across five states, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Alaska, will travel to DieHard RC Family Park in Snohomish. The Off Road Regional Championship Scheduled for August 28th-30th. Competitors can qualify for the 2027 1/8 Scale Offroad Nationals. ROAR (Remotely Operated Auto Racers) qualifying classes consist of the following: 1/8 […]