South County Fire Chief Thad Hovis to retire
EVERETT—South County Fire Chief Thad Hovis has announced he will be retiring on July 1. “It has been a gift to be part of the fire service and this organization. I am extremely proud of the men and women of South County Fire who do amazing work and serve the people of southwest Snohomish County […]
Vigilance by concerned resident leads to recovery of stolen firearm
LYNNWOOD—Just days after Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon released a video message reminding residents to stay vigilant, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Deputies apprehend a suspect in a vehicle with a stolen firearm. Around 6:30 this morning, a concerned resident reported a male who was asleep behind the wheel of a black Mercedes at the intersection of 13th […]
Woman dies after fatal crash in Snohomish
CITY OF SNOHOMISH—Around 9:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 7, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Collision Investigation Unit (CIU) detectives responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash in the 13900 block of Old Tester Road. When fire personnel and deputies arrived, they located the victim, a 45-year-old woman, deceased at the scene. There were no passengers in […]
Snohomish County Nurse Navigation Program, a new Emergency Care Solution
EVERETT—Snohomish County 911 and the Snohomish County Fire Chiefs Association have partnered to launch the Snohomish County Nurse Navigation Program, both organizations announced Tuesday. This innovative healthcare solution directs people to the most efficient and appropriate level of care when calling 911, helping preserve the county’s emergency response system. Nurse Navigation works by routing some […]
Lynnwood-based PAWS opening state’s largest wildlife center in Snohomish
SNOHOMISH—Since 1981 PAWS Wildlife Center has rehabilitated over 140,000 different injured animals and reintroduced them back into the wild. But for the last 25 years rapid urbanization, an increase in nearby forest fires, and the center’s limited size has left the Lynnwood-based facility grossly unequipped to serve the region’s increasing need for wildlife care. In […]
Firefighters transport man to hospital as fire destroys mobile home
EVERETT—Firefighters transported one man to the hospital as they fought a fire that destroyed an Everett mobile home Thursday, January 25, 2024. Firefighters were dispatched to the property in the 2000 block of Center Road just after 1:30 p.m. and arrived to find heavy fire conditions throughout the home. Firefighters stopped the fire from spreading […]
Inmates who died in Snohomish County Jail identified
EVERETT—A 36-year-old man who was found unresponsive inside his cell at the Snohomish County Jail around 11 a.m. on Monday, January 15, has been identified as Brendon E. Tesch, of Marysville, according to the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office. His last known address was Lake Stevens. The cause and manner of death are pending. The Snohomish County […]
36-year-old inmate from Lake Stevens found dead in Snohomish County Jail
EVERETT—A 36-year-old man from Lake Stevens was found unresponsive inside his cell at the Snohomish County Jail around 11 a.m. on Monday, January 15. According to the Sheriff’s Office, during a routine check, a corrections deputy discovered the inmate unresponsive inside of his cell. Corrections staff immediately called a medical emergency and began lifesaving measures. […]
Micah Rowland Reelected as South County Fire Board Chair
EVERETT—Micah Rowland will remain chair of the South County Fire Board of Commissioners for 2024. Commissioners reelected Rowland to lead the board during a meeting Tuesday. “It is truly an honor to be elected to serve as chair of this amazing organization,” Rowland said. “I look forward to working with Chief [Thad] Hovis, his talented […]
Public invited to opening of Lake Serene Fire Station in Lynnwood
South County Fire is hosting a Neighborhood Night Open House on Thursday, January 11, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at Lake Serene Fire Station 23, located at 4323 Serene Way, Lynnwood. Drop by the fire station any time during this free event for fun activities including: Free bike helmets will also be available while supplies last. […]
