A conversation with Dr Steve Woodard, new Mayor of Mountlake Terrace

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE—Dr Steve Woodard was unanimously voted, by the council, to serve as the Mayor of Mountlake Terrace – a privilege he said he is extremely “humbled” by. As such, his ultimate vision for the city, he added, is one shared by the council at large – a vision that has been a collaboration between […]
2025 Recap of Transformative Developments Across Snohomish County

In 2025, Snohomish County witnessed a surge of major construction projects and community-focused developments that reshaped infrastructure, housing, and public spaces. Below is our highlights for our coverage in 2025. Senator Liias and Sno-Isle staff visit future site of new Mariner Library Community Campus Demolition of Patty’s Eggnest restaurant in South Everett’s Mariner neighborhood began […]
2025 Transportation Recap: New Major Infrastructure Advances in Snohomish County

In 2025, Snohomish County and surrounding areas saw significant strides in transportation infrastructure amid ongoing funding challenges. Below are some of the highlights of 2025 regarding major transportation stories. Port of Everett’s New Marina Fuel Dock Now Open The Port of Everett’s new 500-foot Marina Fuel Dock, costing $8.1 million, is now open after replacing […]
73-year-old man dead after vehicle veers off rural road

GRANITE FALLS—A 73-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene of a single-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon on a rural road in Snohomish County, authorities said. Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded around 2:31 p.m. to the 15600 block of Green Mountain Road after reports of a vehicle that had left the roadway and landed in […]
TIB awards $152 million in grants, Rep Fey shares a sobering assessment of transportation finances

EVERETT—At its November 21 meeting, the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board awarded 160 street and multi-modal improvement grants to local agencies totaling over $152 million. TIB received 330 applications from cities and counties, with requests for more than $335 million in funding. Rep. Jake Fey (D-Tacoma), Chair of the House Transportation Committee, attended Friday’s meeting […]
Open House Regarding Jordan Creek Bridge 214 Replacement Project, Feb 20

SNOHOMISH COUNTY— Plans are moving forward to replace Jordan Creek Bridge 214 on Jordan Road between Arlington and Granite Falls. Construction of the replacement bridge is expected to begin next month. Residents are invited to join county officials at a community open house to learn about the project and necessary road closure on Thursday, February […]
New roundabout unveiled near Granite Falls to reduce traffic and improve safety

GRANITE FALLS—The Snohomish County Public Works unveiled a brand-new roundabout on 84th Street Northeast and 163rd Avenue Northwest near Granite Falls, on Thursday, September 12, to reduce traffic congestion on the corridor while preventing risk of collision. The two-lane road was previously controlled by a two-way stop. Attending Thursday’s ceremony was Senator Keith Wagoner (R-Sedro […]
Granite Falls woman shoots partner in domestic dispute

GRANITE FALLS—A 43-year-old Granite Falls man is expected to survive a bullet to the chest after allegedly being shot by his 46-year-old female partner during an argument. Around 7:20 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies were dispatched to the 35000 block of the Mountain Loop HWY for a report of a […]
Parents charged with first-degree manslaughter of 1-year-old daughter

GRANITE FALLS—The Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office have filed manslaughter charges against the parents for the December 4, 2021, fatal shooting of their then 11-month-old daughter. The 32-year-old father was charged with first-degree manslaughter w/firearm DV and unsafe storage of a firearm in the first degree DV. The girl’s mother, 26, was charged with first-degree manslaughter […]
$28.7 million invested to sustain vital economic corridor in Granite Falls

GRANITE FALLS, Wash., April 16, 2022 – To the sounds of passing cargo trucks and the flowing South Fork Stillaguamish River, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) was joined by county and local leaders to celebrate funding awarded to replace the Granite Falls Bridge 102. The $28.7 million project, when complete in 2026, is expected to generate […]