Good morning, Everett.

Downtown Everett's only skate shop, Pops Skate Shop (opened during winter 2020), has served the local skateboarding community for five years by offering custom boards and local merchandise.

Owner Ben Corey (a longtime skater since 1995) works with the city to remove skate barriers and plans a skate clinic at Tulalip Skate Park to help more kids join the sport.

Families are invited to celebrate spring at Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens on April 19th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 145 Alverson Boulevard in Legion Park (activities include planting native wildflower seeds, scavenger hunts, and visiting a new leaf sculpture).

One person died after a head-on collision on Highway 9 in Lake Stevens Tuesday morning when Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue responded at 9:30 a.m.—both directions remain closed as Washington State Patrol investigates and drivers face long delays.

Everett announced winners of the Wendt Award of Excellence and Mayor’s Arts Awards — including Brenda Stonecipher, Bunker Arts Collective, Leland Dart, Huong Viet Performing Arts Group and Teen Storytellers Project — and will hold a free celebration tomorrow at the Everett Performing Arts Center at 2710 Wetmore Ave where doors open at 6 p.m. and performances begin at 7 p.m.

City Council will vote on the Homestead Park Master Plan on April 15th to add new amenities to the westside park at 2000 Ludwig Road.

The plan, developed with public input and backed by park impact fees and a state grant, must complete design and cultural reviews by June 30th—city officials have worked on it for two years.

A whooping cough outbreak started last month in Snohomish County with 12 schools and one child care center reporting cases over a five-week period.

Multiple cases were confirmed at Cascade View Elementary in Snohomish and Cascade High School in Everett—84% of affected children under age 5 were unvaccinated—while officials noted the illness can be dangerous for infants.

Quiet Riot Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Historic Everett Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary heavy metal band that topped the charts with their iconic album 'Metal Health'.

WHL Playoffs Game 3 - Everett Silvertips

12-4 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of the WHL playoffs as the Everett Silvertips strive for victory in Round 4.

Corpus Christi Tritons vs. Washington Wolfpack

4-8 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience the exciting AFL rivalry live in Everett.

Ghulam Ali Farewell Tour 2025

6-11 PM — Historic Everett Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soul-stirring music of Ghulam Ali in a farewell performance.

KIN Sound Therapy Certification

10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Kindred Healing Space — Pricing available — Get certified in sound therapy and empower your healing practices through immersive modalities.

All-City Fight Night - Return Of The Champions

7-11 p.m. — APEX Everett — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting night of boxing featuring local champions in a lively atmosphere.

Everett AquaSox Opening Ceremonies with Live Band Performance

4:05-8:05 p.m. — Funko Field — Ticketed event — Cheer for the band performing at the AquaSox game opening ceremonies and learn more about bagpipe and drum lessons.

Everett Poetry Night

5-6:30 a.m. — The Sisters Restaurant — Free entry — Experience vibrant spoken word performances at this long-running poetry open mic night.

El Loco Concert

7-10 p.m. — APEX Everett — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate ZZ Top tribute band with an electrifying performance.

Everett Rock & Gem Show

10:00-5:00 — Gary D. Weikel Event Center — Free admission — Discover stunning crystals and geodes along with engaging kids’ activities and exhibits.