Good morning, Everett.

During Dec. 8-18, 2025, heavy rains caused severe flooding in North Sound — leaving thousands displaced and prompting the Red Cross to open several shelters that provided over 3,000 overnight stays.

Local volunteers from Everett supported recovery until the final shelter closed last week.

The playground at Wiggums Hollow Park — damaged by an arson on Oct.

27, 2025 — will be replaced by a new $476,000 facility this summer after city council approved the project. Construction starts this winter, and police closed out the case with no leads.

Housing Hope will close two job training businesses on Broadway in Everett—Kindred Cafe (Jan.

30) and Renew Home and Decor (Mar. 31)—due to financial difficulties. The nonprofit will continue its HopeWorks program with catering and additional training services.

S3 Maritime, a Seattle-based marine services company, signed a three-year lease with the Port and will open a new 2,600 sqft facility at suite 107 in Waterfront Place in early March (offering full marine maintenance, repair and custom services) to support local boat owners.

Normanna Lodge restarted weekly ballroom dancing this month; the dances run every Thursday from 1-3 p.m. at 2725 Oakes Ave - admission costs $10 and partners are not required.

Ballots are mailed today for Everett voters deciding on a $398.8 million bond to build a new elementary school and upgrade Lowell Elementary and a levy renewal to support staffing and daily operations; ballots must be returned by Feb.

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Since its introduction in November 2024, Snohomish County’s SNO911 center has used an AI system named Ava (developed by Everett firm Aurelian) to handle routine calls and schedule services.

A follow-up tool, Cora, now supports dispatchers by guiding them through procedures and saving crucial seconds in emergencies.

Snohomish beat Monroe 62 — 39 in a Wesco 3A girls basketball game on Tuesday, Jan.

13 at Snohomish High School. Snohomish will face Jackson today while Monroe hosts the Everett Seagulls on Friday, Jan. 23.

Comedy Night Featuring Scott Losse and Luke Severeid

8-10 p.m. — Historic Downtown Everett Theater — $20-35 — Enjoy an evening with international touring comedians hosted by Cory Michaelis.

Wedi Certified Installer Workshop

8:00 a.m. — Floor & Decor — Free entry — Get certified in wedi's Waterproof Shower Systems while enjoying informative sessions and free swag.

X-Treme International Ice Racing

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — $30 (no caregiver), $60 (with caregiver) — Experience the thrill of motorcycles racing on ice in Everett.

Artemidorus - Pink Floyd Tribute

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Historic Downtown Everett Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an immersive journey through Pink Floyd's music with a stunning laser light show.

Busch Light Professional Bull Riding Everett

7-9 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Tickets required — Experience the thrill of elite bull riding with explosive performances and top competitors in the sport.

Free Pet Microchipping Clinic

10 a.m.–2 p.m. — Sam's Cats & Dogs — Free service — Ensure your pets are safe with complimentary microchipping.