The Everett Royals football team’s community commitment stretches far off field

EVERETT—The Everett Royals semi-pro football team is more than just another sports team, it’s a community engagement movement where players participate in charities, volunteerism, and self-improvement off the field, and wow audiences with stunning athleticism, and exciting performances, on the field. The Royals were founded by longtime football player Mike Thomas in 2020 who decided […]

SCBHC celebrates the life, and legacy, of MLK with march and rally

EVERETT—Following a Sunday celebration, in honor of the Reverand Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee continued its festivities through Martin Luther King Day proper on January 19 with a march, rally, and community gathering at Volunteer’s of America Western Washington’s (VOAWW) Carl Gibson Center in downtown Everett. The Carl Gibson […]

Youth Empowerment Conference: Violence & Drugs Can’t Live Here!

EVERETT—The Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee hosted the Youth Empowerment for Safer Communities Conference on Saturday, March 15, bringing together young adults and community leaders to address gun violence and drug abuse within the community. The keynote speaker for the event was Jose Garcia, Founder and CEO, Hope for Homies. With exercises and discussions around […]