In Memoriam: Honoring Lives That Shaped Our Community and Beyond

In a year marked by profound loss, 2025 saw the passing of luminaries and local heroes whose contributions continue to resonate across sports, civil rights, education, and culture. From NBA and NFL Hall of Famers Lenny Wilkens and Kenny Easley—who left lasting legacies in Seattle and Lynnwood through championships, community academies, and youth empowerment—to Snohomish […]

Who was Emi Muñoz? A mourning father remembers the son he tragically lost

EVERETT—Emiliano “Emi” Muñoz, 13, tragically passed away on Monday, May 5, from injuries related to riding an electric bike through a braided metal cable in the Casino Road neighborhood of South Everett. “I’m absolutely heartbroken about this tragic loss,” said Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin. “Please keep this child’s loved ones and his Explorer Middle School community […]