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It was pure happenstance that Joban Mand overheard two of his friends talking about the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee's annual Prodigies for Peace Writing and Art... — Updated 1/25/2023

Sen. Marko Liias and Rep. Strom Peterson, who represent Mukilteo in the 21st Legislative District, will take part in a bipartisan news conference to address closing Washington's... — Updated 1/28/2023

Two equally beautiful views of Mukilteo from Joleen Sims and Roxanne Erickson. Have photos to share? Email mukilteoed... — Updated 1/27/2023

Mayor Joe Marine has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2023 Public Safety and Crime Prevention (PSCP) federal advocacy committee. Marine was elected to a... — Updated 1/26/2023

On Thursday, Jan. 24, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D) announced that Washington State Ferries (WSF) will receive a $4.9 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA)... — Updated 1/26/2023

Around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, Snohomish County Sheriff's Office deputies, Everett Police, and Mukilteo Police apprehended two suspects in a robbery, attempted kidnapping, and... — Updated 1/25/2023

Jan. 19 Call for help 7900 blk. 53rd Ave. W. A man called and requested mental health resources. The man did not meet involuntary treatment criteria but was provided with... — Updated 1/25/2023

Jan. 27 marks the anniversary of the Russian Army's liberating the most murderous Nazi death camp: Auschwitz-Birkenau. Now, every year on that date, Holocaust Memorial Day... — Updated 1/25/2023

Unfortunately, we had another mass shooting over the weekend. Now, this particular event appears, at first look, to be directed rather than random. Further narrowing it down, it... — Updated 1/25/2023

Dear Savvy Senior, I need to find someone honest and reliable to look after my estate, health, and long-term care when I’m no longer able to do it myself. I’m a 67-year-old... — Updated 1/25/2023

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In this edition, I present the Reality Check 2023 wish list for Mukilteo’s waterfront area. I have high expectations for what can be accomplished to benefit our waterfront and in... — Updated 1/18/2023

I think we have all heard that the practice of gratitude, being grateful for things in your life, has a positive effect on one’s mental health. I believe that for some people,... — Updated 1/18/2023

We’ve all seen animals perform tricks. That includes just about every animal on the planet. For example, there are a number of companies that have trained animals for “rent... — Updated 1/18/2023

It’s the start of 2023, and with our tradition of setting New Year’s goals, darn right I have a suggestion. How about learning how Occam’s razor can be a tool for you? Many... — Updated 1/18/2023

Drew plays snare drum and percussion for the Kamiak Band and is also a member of the Kamiak Showband and Drumline. When asks who inspires him Drew responded, "My friends are a big... — Updated 1/25/2023

The Kamiak Dulcineas took first place with their kick routine, "Please Don't Go," Saturday, Jan. 14, at Edmonds-Woodway High School. The performance also won the highly coveted... — Updated 1/25/2023

The Kamiak cheer team has qualified for the state championships for the fourth consecutive time. The cheer team earned their spot in the Small Game Day Division after competing at... — Updated 1/25/2023

Chloe Lee has been selected as Kamiak's STEM student of the month. Chloe has served as captain of the tennis and volleyball teams, as well as vice-president of the National Honor... — Updated 1/18/2023

Edmonds College will host a multicultural job fair from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, on the first floor of Brier Hall. The job fair is open to students and community members... — Updated 1/20/2023

January is School Board Recognition Month, so naturally we are expressing gratitude for our school board. However, our appreciation for the board’s work goes far beyond an annual... — Updated 1/12/2023

While Jeffrey may be introverted, he is not shy about lending his deep bass voice to the Kamiak Choir. "I love the community surrounding the choir at Kamiak High School. The number... — Updated 1/11/2023

In September I shared with you that we have been gathering input from staff, students, families, and community partners over the past year to develop a strategic plan, something... — Updated 1/4/2023

Zach is a bass player for the Kamiak Orchestra but also plays cello, piano, and enjoys singing. His friends call him quirky, dependable, a quick thinker and independent. "I enjoy... — Updated 1/4/2023

Kamiak staff has selected its Students of the Month for November 2022. The students are: Zane Rucker (freshman), Devin Semeraro (freshman), Emilia Funke (sophomore), Melissa Hoang... — Updated 1/4/2023

The Snohomish County Sports Commission is accepting nominations for the Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame 2023 Induction Class. The deadline for the 2023 nominations is March 4.... — Updated 1/26/2023

The Kamiak boys basketball team's hopes for a Bi-District playoff berth took a serious hit following losses to Glacier Peak and Lake Stevens. The Knights held a 63-59 lead midway... — Updated 1/25/2023

Trailing 49-35, Kamiak made its move with a 7-0 run in the opening minutes of the fourth quarter. But Glacier Peak regrouped after calling a timeout, scored four straight points,... — Updated 1/25/2023

Noel Villar Cereceres is a sophomore on Mariner's Boys Wrestling Team. His leadership in the room and recent performances have shown his growth and maturity. Noel wrestled at the... — Updated 1/25/2023

Congratulations to team captain and senior CJ DeBolt for being named Kamiak's Athlete of the Week! At the Border Blizzard tournament on Jan. 14, CJ wrestled her way to second place... — Updated 1/25/2023

Kamiak is on a roll, and it couldn't have come at a better time. Junior Bella Hasan scored a game-high 21 points to lead the Knights to their third straight victory, 68-39 over... — Updated 1/25/2023

If the Kamiak boys basketball team was suffering from a case of whiplash, you can't blame them. In a span of five minutes, the Knights went from holding a commanding 28-point lead... — Updated 1/25/2023

Congratulations to Josiah Pierre for being named Kamiak's Athlete of the Week! In the contest against Mariner on Wednesday, Jan. 11, Josiah had 28 points and 10 rebounds in a 74-... — Updated 1/18/2023

Jailin Johnson is a senior, 4-year varsity starter and captain for the Mariner Boys Basketball team. In the past two games, he has averaged 30 points a game and led the Marauders... — Updated 1/18/2023

Not everyone can say they've rubbed shoulders with a herd of reindeer Wintertime in the Pacific Northwest offers outdoor adventure galore. Take to the slopes on skis or a... — Updated 1/18/2023

White birds of winter have migrated here from Alaska and Canada to the Pacific Northwest. Thousands of Trumpeter and Tundra Swans and Snow Geese have flown from the far north to... — Updated 1/21/2023

Decorative red lanterns adorn downtown Edmonds in anticipation of the second annual Lunar New Year Edmonds celebration, which will welcome the Year of the Rabbit with... — Updated 1/11/2023

The fifth annual tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., "When Love Changes This," is coming to the Edmonds Waterfront Center. The "Inspiring a Beloved Community in Song,... — Updated 1/11/2023

Cellist Olivia Marckx, a top prize winner at the 2022 Coeur d'Alene National Young Artists competition, will be the featured soloist when the Cascade Symphony Orchestra – under... — Updated 1/5/2023

Whidbey Island is a popular destination for Seattle-area residents, as well as for visitors to Washington state. They find this idyllic locale, with its mix of bucolic and coastal... — Updated 12/22/2022 Full story

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If you listened closely enough, you probably heard the sounds of the holidays Sunday, Dec. 11. From Everett to Mukilteo, Christmas songs and music could be heard. The St. John's... — Updated 12/21/2022