My Everett News

Families across our state are struggling to find quality, affordable childcare. The effects of this shortage are far-reaching, impacting everything from the local economy to kindergarten readiness for our youngest students. Addressing this critical issue will require action at both the state and local levels. In Snohomish County, we are working to identify local strategies […]

Yesterday morning the Snohomish County Council convened for a public hearing to consider Ordinance 25-014, relating to Growth Management, Revising Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations (ADU), and Amending Snohomish County Code (SCC). The ordinance passed unanimously. Before the passage of Ordinance 25-014, only single-family residences could have ADUs in the county. This ordinance allows duplexes and […]

This morning, the Snohomish County Council unanimously approved Ordinance 25-015, a proposal aimed at increasing access to childcare by reducing regulatory barriers for providers. Sponsored by Councilmembers Nate Nehring and Jared Mead, the ordinance will allow childcare facilities in more locations across the county and streamline the permitting process. “I appreciate my council colleagues for […]

The City of Everett water utility had temporarily shut off service to a portion of a water transmission line east of Lake Stevens to conduct emergency repairs to a fracture in the pipeline, potentially impacting as many as 22,000 customers. No in-town City of Everett customers were impacted by this outage. Additionally, no property damage […]

On Thursday, March 27th, 2025, the Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Everett State of the City event, which will feature Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin delivering her annual State of the City address. Option 1: In Person Last year it was held at the Everett Mall with lots of surprises, including an Everett […]

School Board Director Caroline Mason has announced her resignation after 11 years of dedicated service to Everett Public Schools. The board accepted her resignation at the school board meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. During the meeting, fellow school board members and the superintendent recognized Director Mason for her strong commitment to student success, her […]

Three local nonprofits received county surplus vehicles in the first use of an updated county policy that allows for vehicle donation. The Washington West African Center, Holman Recovery Center, and North Counties’ Family Services each received a vehicle. Keys were presented at the McDougall Fleet Shop in Everett on Friday. The Snohomish County Council passed […]

The WorkSource Center in Snohomish County, currently located at 3201 Smith Avenue, Everett is moving to a new location. WorkSource Everett will be relocating to 728 134th St. SW, Suite 102, Everett, WA 98204. The new location is close to local transit and businesses, and features an improved layout designed to better serve our community, […]

Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is hosting “Green Economy: Building a Sustainable Future” on March 18 at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. As businesses and communities embrace a more sustainable future, the green economy is driving innovation, investment, and workforce growth in Snohomish County. This discussion will explore clean energy advancements, electrification efforts, and the evolving […]

A new airline announced today that it will be flying out of “Seattle” Paine Field International Airport in Everett. Frontier Airlines will be joining Alaska Airlines and its subsidiary, Horizon Airlines, as airlines operating out of Everett’s up-and-coming airport. Frontier is a budget airline based in Denver, Colorado, which means more central U.S. flights, which […]