Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Everett.
Earlier this week, a wrecking ball demolished the historic Everett Yacht Club building on the waterfront, ending nearly 50 years of hosting local events — the club had moved nearly a decade ago and the building had later served as Port offices before being retired.
The Port of Everett said it will redevelop the prime site for future use.
Detectives from the Snohomish County Multiple Agency Response Team concluded an investigation into the police use-of-force used during a Highway 9 pursuit after 19-year-old Payton Michaels fatally shot his mother on Sept.
15 in Arlington — the findings were forwarded to the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office for review.
A jury in Everett found Raul Benitez Santana guilty of vehicular homicide and vehicular assault for striking a parked patrol vehicle while driving 112 mph under the influence near Marysville, which killed Trooper Chris Gadd on March 2nd — his sentencing is set for 1 p.m. on July 2nd.
Kent Police in Everett are asking anyone who sees Yelena Miskova—a material witness to a 2021 homicide with a $25,000 warrant in King County and additional warrants for DUI and driving while license suspended in Snohomish County—to call 911 immediately as she is known to frequent Casino Road and is 5’05”, 120 lb with a nose piercing and tattoos on her wrist and upper thigh.
Everett City Council will vote on June 18 on a final update to the city's land use rules meant to guide future growth, including plans for 65,000 new residents and more jobs.
The plan reassigns 75 acres near Phil Johnson Ballfields to open space and faces debate over affordable housing rules for Casino Road — a key community concern.
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett will cut 119 nursing assistant positions (39 per diem and 80 full- and part-time) effective July 11, with affected staff to be notified on June 11.
Washington Blues Society 2025 Best of the Blues
4-8 p.m. — APEX Everett — Meal included — Celebrate the best in local blues with live performances and awards honoring legends and newcomers alike.
Edmonds Arts Festival
10-7 p.m. — Frances Anderson Center — Free entry — Celebrate art and creativity with local and national artists in a beautiful outdoor setting.
First Time Homebuyer Class
10 AM – 3 PM — Scuttlebutt Brewing — Free lunch included — Gain essential knowledge on home buying from local experts at this interactive class.
Marysville Strawberry Festival
4-10 p.m. — Asbery Athletic Field — Free entry — Celebrate with carnival rides, live music, and delicious strawberry treats at this fun-filled multi-day festival.
Sklar Brothers Comedy Show
8-10 p.m. — Historic Everett Theatre — $20-35 — Experience an evening of comedy with internationally renowned headliners The Sklar Brothers and host Cory Michaelis.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
2:30-4 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — $20+ — Experience thrilling monster truck action with a fiery twist and gravity-defying stunts.
Scarabs Field Trip to McCollum Park
1:30-4:30 p.m. — McCollum Park Athletic Field — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of insects and socialize with fellow enthusiasts during an informative field trip.
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