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Fire crews responded to a blaze that engulfed the play structure at Wiggums Hollow Park in Everett on October 27. The Everett Police and fire marshal are investigating the cause, while the park’s play area remains closed. Mayor Cassie Franklin called the incident heartbreaking, noting the equipment was nearly new, having opened just months earlier.
Snohomish County will host the 20th Annual Focus on Farming & Forestry Conference on November 5 at Evergreen State Fair Park in Monroe, Washington. The event will feature keynote addresses from agricultural experts and offer 28 breakout sessions covering various topics in farming and forestry. Attendees will have opportunities to network and enjoy locally sourced meals prepared by Chef Russell Lowell.
Snohomish County's Human Services Department invites proposals from organizations to provide services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Up to $900,000 in funding is available across three categories: Advocacy and Education, Community Support and Outreach, and Leadership Development. Proposals are due by November 24, 2025.
The eastbound lane of Second Street and the southbound lane of Maple Avenue will close to traffic starting Monday, October 27, from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. A signed detour and police presence will ensure safety during the project, which aims to maintain efficient traffic operations.
Two Snohomish County judges, Tam Bui and Karen Moore, compete for a vacant seat on the state Court of Appeals in the upcoming general election on November 4. Both candidates bring extensive judicial experience, with Moore emphasizing the importance of precedent and Bui advocating for empathy in judicial decisions.
Two parents, Molly Barnes and Heather Young, compete for a District 3 seat on the Monroe School Board ahead of the Nov. 4 election. Barnes, the incumbent, aims to enhance career education programs, while Young emphasizes community engagement and addressing educational gaps. A $152 million bond proposal to modernize school facilities is also on the ballot.
Candidates for Snohomish City Council emphasize growth and fiscal responsibility ahead of the 2025 election. Incumbents support a $55-million City Campus project, while challengers argue for less expensive alternatives and improved infrastructure.
Two candidates, Richard Flath and Evan Merritt, are vying for a position on the Snohomish Fire District 4 board ahead of the Nov. 4 election. Merritt, the incumbent, emphasizes firefighter safety and community service, while Flath, a former pastor, advocates for diverse perspectives in fire service leadership.
Monroe will celebrate three historic downtown buildings with a dedication ceremony on Nov. 1. The Dolloff-Key Building, Hallan Building, and former City Hall will receive bronze plaques funded by local donations, highlighting their significance in the community.
State liquor board agents shut down Doc’s Riverside Social Club in Machias last week for serving alcohol without a license. The establishment, which transitioned to a private members-only club after losing its liquor license due to multiple violations, now faces potential criminal charges. Authorities confiscated a significant amount of alcohol during the raid, including 16 kegs.