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The "Celebration of Cultures" event will take place in India on September 10, 2025, featuring dance performances including kuchipudi. This cultural gathering aims to promote community engagement and celebrate diversity through art.
Central Everett plans to introduce a 2,000-square-foot skate park, termed a "skate dot," at Lions Park, with construction expected to begin in 2025. The project aims to engage the community positively and enhance recreational opportunities for all ages. Funding includes an $80,000 county grant, with a total project cost of $360,000.
A Texas woman, Natasha M. O’Dell, received a six-year prison sentence for burning down a Maltby church while under the influence of methamphetamine. O'Dell pleaded guilty after confessing to friends about her intentions to destroy the Laestadian church. The building, which served the community for 40 years, has since been demolished.
Snohomish City Council voted to declare the historic Kikendall Cabin surplus, allowing it to be auctioned off or dismantled if no suitable buyer emerges. Resident Chris Gee, the cabin's caretaker, expressed interest in relocating the structure to his property. The cabin, built in the 1870s, poses a liability risk and cannot remain in its current location.
Snohomish's construction of Fire District 4’s headquarters is underway, while the new City Hall project awaits funding. The city has allocated $11.17 million but plans to issue municipal bonds to cover the remaining costs, which have increased due to design changes.
Construction of Snohomish’s Fire District 4 headquarters progresses, while plans for a new City Hall remain on hold pending funding. The city has allocated $11.17 million for the Civic Campus, which is designed to centralize public services. Revised plans have reduced costs and building sizes, with completion of the new fire station expected by late 2026.
A Snohomish County Superior Court judge disqualified Niko Battle from the ballot on September 9 due to insufficient evidence to prove his voter address eligibility. The ruling may allow Luis Burbano, who placed third in the August primary, to take Battle's spot. Battle plans to appeal, calling the decision an injustice.
A Snohomish County Superior Court judge disqualified council candidate Niko Battle from the ballot on September 9 after a resident challenged his eligibility. The judge ruled that Battle failed to provide sufficient evidence to counter claims regarding his voter address. Battle plans to appeal the decision, which could allow third-place candidate Luis Burbano to compete against Alan Rubio.
The Snohomish County Marine Resources Committee will host a free educational event on September 10, focusing on the significance of local kelp forests and eelgrass meadows. Attendees can expect presentations from local experts and stunning underwater photography, along with light refreshments. The event is designed to engage community members interested in marine conservation.
Snohomish County will celebrate the completion of a significant corridor project on September 4, 2025, at Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood. The project aims to improve traffic flow and pedestrian access while addressing wastewater management issues. Local officials underscore the project's importance for economic growth and public infrastructure.