Good morning, Everett.

City of Everett and VOAWW opened a 20-unit pallet shelter for women and children in West Everett on Monday, April 27; the facility — with two bathrooms, a community kitchen, and a playground — will start welcoming families mid-May as part of a transitional housing initiative.

Snohomish County residents can now apply for FEMA disaster aid for flood recovery starting Wednesday as disaster centers rotate among Snohomish, Sultan, and Arlington.

The centers, which also offer SBA loan support, accept applications until June 10 — bringing critical help to many who need repairs and temporary housing.

Everett Transit announced that Route 12 will remain fare-free until further notice as it seeks a nonprofit (in the Casino Road area) to receive a paratransit vehicle for extra service; fare collection will resume once the donation is made.

On Monday, Lake Stevens softball rallied past Cascade for a 10-3 win at Phil Johnson Ballfields.

Senior Ella Roller and junior Alaina Emme drove key hits that lifted the Vikings above .500 in league play.

At Monday’s prep tennis matches, Snohomish beat Everett (a shutout 7 to 0 at Clark Park) and Stanwood outplayed Monroe with shutouts in singles and doubles.

The results show competitive play among local high schools.

Everett's Seagulls lost 10-4 to Snohomish on Monday, April 27 as the visitors scored eight runs in the first three innings; Chase Clark led with a double and an RBI while Rider Walsh and Reve LeRoux each added two hits and an RBI.

Luau 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Langus Riverfront Park — Registration required — Experience a tropical-themed race along the scenic riverfront.

Mini Wrestling All Stars Show

8-10 p.m. — Mall Way Event Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of thrilling mini wrestling action at Little Mania Wrestling.

Snohomish Women's Run

Flat and fast courses — Rotary Park — Registration required — A celebration of strength and community for all runners along the scenic Snohomish River.

Dana Gould Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Historic Downtown Everett Theater — $20-35 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with international touring headliner Dana Gould and host Cory Michaelis.

Geoff Tate's Operation: Mindcrime Finale

8-11 p.m. — Historic Downtown Everett Theater — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the legendary album live in its grand finale performance.