Good morning, Everett.

Faith Food Bank at 6708 Cady Road will give out food for the last time on May 9 because it could not agree with Faith Lutheran Church on a new lease that requires rent.

The change will affect about 200 cars that pick up food each week and 50 people who attend Tuesday dinners — local mobile food banks now worry they may face increased demand.

Connect Casino Road completed its first survey on April 30 that gathered input from 500 residents on health, financial stability, and social connections in the Casino Road neighborhood.

The organization will share the results with 25+ partner agencies and city officials and will host a forum for more community input.

The Edmonds school board approved a reduced program for the 2025 to 2026 school year—allowing the elimination of up to 12 certificated positions to help address an $8.5 million budget shortfall.

Board members will finalize staffing decisions in July as the district awaits governor action on three bills that could add about $1.4 million in funds.

Biologists with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife said about 7.5 million pink salmon will return to Puget Sound and local rivers this year, marking one of the top five runs since 1959—this record run may cause problems for freezer storage and hurt Chinook salmon stocks that orcas need for food.

The City of Everett will host an open house on May 8th from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carl Gipson Center — 3025 Lombard Ave — so residents can learn about the planned updates to the city’s Comprehensive Plan that will guide future growth.

The City of Everett announced a temporary Cultural Arts Grant program that will award five $5,000 grants for free public arts projects in 2025 after pausing the program when a tax measure failed.

The grants are funded by a one-time allocation from Councilmember Judy Tuohy’s COVID-19 recovery funds+ applications open today and close May 31.

Everett Public Works announced a sewer rehabilitation project that will repair aging sewer mains and manholes along 20th Street and at 1525 E Marine View Drive—Allied Plumbing and Pumps will perform the work with typical hours from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, while maintaining property and emergency vehicle access. Limited lane and parking closures are expected during the project, which will use a less disruptive liner method to extend the pipes’ lifespan.

Starting Friday May 2, SR 529 will close northbound 24 hours a day for four-day periods for work on the Steamboat Slough swing bridges with closures scheduled May 2–6 and May 9–13—southbound lanes will close tentatively May 16–20 and May 30–June 2 while a shuttle serves pedestrians, cyclists, and people using mobility devices.

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.

Snohomish Women's Run

8 AM – 12 PM — Rotary Park — Various registration fees — Celebrate 12 years of empowering women through running in a supportive community.

Fisherman's Village Music Festival

May 15-16 — APEX Everett — Ticket required — Celebrate local music with headliners LaRussell, La Luz, Blind Pilot, and The Dip.

Jersey Boys

12:30 PM – 11:59 PM — Village Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the acclaimed musical directed by OBIE award-winning Michael Berresse!

The Dip at Fisherman's Village Music Festival

10:39 a.m. – 2:39 p.m. — Kings Hall Everett — Check event page for ticket info — Experience Seattle's Rhythm and Blues vibes with The Dip headlining a local festival alongside Blind Pilot and Parlor Greens.

Tea Party with Your Inner Child

3-5 p.m. — Awaken Yourself Crystal Shop & Shamanic Healing — Event is free — Connect with your inner child through tea, stories, and a shamanic drum journey.

Jersey Boys

7:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Village Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Broadway with the OBIE award-winning Jersey Boys directed by Michael Berresse.

Jersey Boys Performance

7 a.m. — Village Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the spectacular Jersey Boys directed by award-winning Michael Berresse.

The Alchemy Fair

10 AM – 4 PM — Angel of the Winds Arena — FREE Admission — Explore transformation and personal growth through a family-friendly event focused on holistic health and metaphysics.