Habitat for Humanity of Snohomish County expands affordable housing efforts amid rising costs
LYNNWOOD — As home prices and the cost of living continue to put homeownership out of reach for many Snohomish County residents, Habitat for Humanity of Snohomish County is preparing to expand its efforts to create affordable housing. The organization’s latest annual report highlights a year of growth, record revenue at its Habitat Stores and […]
Solo Sailor Matt Rutherford’s Arctic Ocean Circumnavigation Attempt Halted by Russian Maritime Authorities
Annapolis, MD / Russian Arctic – Matt Rutherford, the 45-year-old veteran sailor attempting to become the first person in history to circumnavigate the Arctic Ocean solo, nonstop and unassisted, has been directed by Russia’s Northern Sea Route Administration (NSRA) to postpone his transit of the Northern Sea Route due to ice conditions. Rutherford set out […]
27-year-old charged with murdering 2-year-old girl and assaulting her 6-year-old brother
SNOHOMISH — Prosecutors in Snohomish County charged 27-year-old Samuel Adonis Cardoza-Menjivar with second-degree murder and second-degree assault of a child in connection with the December 2025 death of a nearly three-year-old girl and injuries to her older brother, according to court documents filed Wednesday. Cardoza-Menjivar, also referred to in records by his middle name Adonis, […]
43-year-old woman accused of fatally running over boyfriend with car
MARYSVILLE – A 43-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly killing her boyfriend by running him over with her car near Marysville Tuesday evening. The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit (MCU) responded to a report of a person down at a residence in the 12800 block of 1st Avenue Northwest, near Marysville in unincorporated […]
How Snohomish County Is Building a Circular Economy Through Collaboration and Industrial Symbiosis
SNOHOMISH COUNTY — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) hosted a Coffee Chat on Aug. 11 focusing on turning resource challenges into competitive advantages through circular economy practices and industrial symbiosis. The virtual session, titled “Circular Economy and Industrial Symbiosis: From Efficiency to Opportunity” was held in partnership with 425 Business, drew business, government, education and […]
Mud Bay launches Spokane Fire Relief Drive for pets in fire-ravaged areas
OLYMPIA– Independent PNW pet retailer Mud Bay is launching a donation drive to help pets and families affected by devastating fires across Spokane-area communities. From August 12–30, customers can purchase pet food or supplies at any Mud Bay location and donate the items to Spokane-area pets in need. Mud Bay will match donated purchases up to $10,000. “When disaster disrupts a […]
Fourth annual Sounds of Africa returns this Saturday at Garfield Park in Everett
EVERETT—The Washington West African Center (WAWAC) will be hosting its fourth annual Sounds of Africa festival at Garfield Park in Everett this Saturday, August 15, with authentic food, live music, a vibrant fashion show, kids and family friendly activities, resource vendors, and an unforgettable community connection. The Sounds of Africa Festival (SOAFEST) is a dynamic […]
Commentary: What Does It Take to Feel Safe in Snohomish County?
What Makes a Community Feel Safe? By: Snohomish County Councilman Jared Mead Before we can talk about affordability, parks, schools, or economic opportunity, we have to answer a simpler question: Do people feel safe where they live? Over the past few years, public safety has become one of the issues I hear about most from […]
Secretary of State Steve Hobbs names Melody Sky Weaver new Washington State Librarian
OLYMPIA – Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs appointed Melody Sky Weaver to serve as the next Washington State Librarian. Weaver brings more than two decades of public library experience to the role. She will begin her tenure at the Washington State Library on Oct. 1. “My mission is to transform lives through the power […]
A Purple Heart City: Marysville honors Purple Heart recipients with nine new signs
MARYSVILLE — The City of Marysville installed nine new Purple Heart City signs at entrances throughout the city to honor military service members who were wounded or killed in combat. The signs were dedicated during an Aug. 7 ceremony in downtown Marysville marking Purple Heart Day. The signs highlight Marysville’s designation as a Purple Heart […]
