Each spring in Mukilteo School District, something remarkable happens that doesn’t fit neatly into a single ceremony or headline. It unfolds across classrooms, auditoriums, and neighborhoods, from …

For decades, governments at the local, state, and federal levels have approached homelessness and addiction with good intentions. At this point, billions of dollars have been poured into programs, …

To the Honorable Mayor and City Council of Mukilteo,  We have heard the discussion taking place around the City of Mukilteo’s land acknowledgment, and where it belongs within council …

For years, the national conversation around education has leaned heavily toward a single path: the four-year college degree. At the same time, many high schools have scaled back shop classes and …

Sitting in Discovery Elementary’s library last week next to a cushy campfire circle complete with a cardboard "fire" and pre-populated with a few guests (stuffed dinosaurs and a pink …

In 2025, we carried 20.1 million customers, nearly 1 million more than the previous year. That translates to 152,592 sailings. Each one starts and ends at a ferry terminal. Only 22 trips were …

In the realm of gardening, patience is not merely a virtue; it is a fundamental lesson that unfolds over time. Each seed planted in rich soil holds the promise of potential, requiring care and …

In 2025, we carried 20.1 million customers, nearly 1 million more than the previous year. That translates to 152,592 sailings. Each one starts and ends at a ferry terminal. Only 22 trips were …

If you're job hunting in Washington, here's something you need to know: Employers are looking at more than your resume. According to a new regional analysis from  Western Governors …

Every Wednesday, a retired vice president of operations from Edmonds shows up at a local senior’s door with a hot meal and a few minutes of conversation. On Tuesdays, a bilingual volunteer in …

We often hear about the importance of transparency in government, but in practice it requires intentional effort by policymakers to ensure constituents are aware of proposals that may affect them. …

Winter conditions can quietly take a toll on vehicles. Cold temperatures, potholes, and wet roads can affect important systems like tires and batteries. A little preventative maintenance now can help …

PSRC’s decision to label Mukilteo and Edmonds as “High‑Capacity Transit Communities” is a planning error built on assumptions that simply don’t match reality. The designation forces higher …

As a WSU Extension Master Gardener, people often look to me for expert answers – and the truth is, none of us has all the answers. That’s exactly why our Plant Clinics operate as a team. When a …

Washington’s local news industry is in crisis, and our democracy is suffering because of it. Last year, Washington State University  published  the most comprehensive picture to date …

Washington’s local news industry is in crisis, and our democracy is suffering because of it. Last year, Washington State University published the most comprehensive picture to date …

Parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. For the first 18 years of a child’s life, the student is in formal school only 10% of the time. This shows the importance of parents …

Howard Damoff’s recent editorial opposing the Mukilteo School District bond and levy raises important questions about public finance. However, several of his conclusions rest on misunderstandings …

I am an advocate for the diving community, and I would like to thank Janice, the author of the letter to the editor entitled: “Leave room for others at Scuba Park.” That letter, along with other …

On Feb. 10 voters will get to decide on two Mukilteo School District (MSD) matters – a levy renewal and a bond proposition. The district, the pro-bond political action committee (Citizens Team …