Ignite Robotics Competitions coming to Monroe, Washington

MONROE – Ignite Robotics bringing their robotic competitions to the Evergreen State Fair Park in Monroe Washington. The two robotic competitions are Quantum’s Spooktacular V5 Robotics Competition, November 1, 2025, and Ignite the Northwest V5RC Signature Event, January 9-11, 2026. November 1st: Quantum’s Spooktacular V5 Robotics Competition This is a Middle and High School regional tournament […]
Take the bus to the Evergreen State Fair, Aug. 21-Sept. 1

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Evergreen State Fair-goers can save on parking and gas by taking Community Transit buses to the fair. Buses drop riders off at the Red Gate (west gate) entrance of the fairgrounds in Monroe. The 2025 Evergreen State Fair runs Aug. 21–26 and Aug. 28–Sept. 1. The fair will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 27. […]
2025 Evergreen State Fair commences on August 21

MONROE—The annual Evergreen State Fair, which has been part of summer memories in Snohomish County for 116 years, will kick off with Opening Day on August 21. The Evergreen State Fair is scheduled to commence on August 21, 2025, in Monroe, with an 11-day run featuring agricultural exhibits, entertainment, and community activities under the theme […]
Evergreen State Fair to host Healthy Communities Day on August 26

MONROE – The Evergreen State Fair is continuing a healthy focus at the 116th fair by celebrating healthy living through community connection. On Tuesday, August 26, in partnership with the Snohomish County Health Department, the Fair will host Healthy Communities Day, inviting fairgoers to explore resources, activities, and organizations that support health and wellness across […]
Snohomish County introduces MOUD, a mobile opioid medications clinic

MONROE—Snohomish County Behavioral Health, in partnership with the Lynnwood Comprehensive Treatment Center, revealed its new Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Mobile Services program Tuesday, July 29, at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe. The MOUD program will bring critical, life-saving opioid treatment directly to underserved and vulnerable individuals in rural areas of Snohomish County […]
Don’t miss these exciting summer activities in Snohomish County this year; a comprehensive guide

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—With hot days ahead there’s no shortage of summer activities throughout Snohomish County this year to get you outside and entertained. The Lynnwood Times has compiled the following list of things to do this summer. Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire Equip your best medieval garb, gather the guild, and head to Sky Meadows in Snohomish […]
After 17 years, Monroe youth racing nonprofit at risk of losing lease

MONROE—Since 2007, the Washington Quarter Midget Association (WQMA) has been putting kids behind the wheel in Monroe. The idea of 5-year-olds driving might turn some heads, but “safety is the club’s number one concern,” per the Evergreen State Fair’s official website. “All drivers must have seat belts, racing jackets, gloves, full-face helmets, and neck and […]
Know Before you Go to the Evergreen State Fair

MONROE—As the Evergreen State Fair, the largest county fair in the state, kicks off in full swing on August 22, here are some tips to plan ahead and have a great fair experience! DATES & TICKETS The Evergreen State Fair runs August 22-27 and August 29-September 2 (closed on Wednesday, August 28), 2024. The Evergreen […]
Community Transit to launch biggest changes in years in September

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit is making major changes and improvements to bus service on September 14. The changes come two weeks after Sound Transit’s Link light rail 1 Line extends to Snohomish County. It’s not too early for people to plan their new commute or explore new ways to travel by transit. Trip planning tools (below) […]
Take the bus to the Evergreen State Fair

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Evergreen State Fairgoers can save on parking and gas by taking Community Transit buses to the fair. Buses drops riders off at the Red Gate (west gate) entrance of the fairgrounds in Monroe. The 2024 Evergreen State Fair runs Aug. 22–27 and Aug. 29– Sept. 2. The fair will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. […]