Good morning, Everett.

Luckie Farms in Lake Stevens offers interactive experiences including a Highland Cow Snuggle Experience plus a pig pen add-on, as visitors tour the farm year-round to meet friendly cows, pigs, and other animals.

Calf snuggles are available from June 13 to Aug. 31 with tickets priced at $30 and $35.

Bailey Farm offers u-pick fruits and vegetables every day from June through October at 12629 Springhetti Rd in Snohomish.

Families can pick raspberries now + look forward to fall crops like pumpkins and apples later.

A 5-year-old boy fell from a third-story window at a Lynnwood home on June 28 and was taken for advanced care, while officials warn the county is on pace to exceed its 2025 count of 12 window falls and urge families to install window stops.

The school board seeks candidates to fill a vacant seat (District 5) after Kimberlee Kelly resigned June 22 when her family moved out.

Applications remain open until 4:30 p.m. July 31 with public interviews planned for the week of Aug.15 and the new member set to begin Sept.14.

On July 1, smaller employers in Everett raised the minimum wage from $18.77 to $19.77 per hour while larger employers have paid $20.77 since January.

The change ranks Everett among the top cities in minimum wages and state rules allow reduced rates for minors, trainees and student workers.

Gov. Bob Ferguson formed a 26-member economic development council to boost the state business climate as local leaders from Everett, including St. Sen. June Robinson and State Rep. Cortes, back the panel’s focus on sustainable growth and measurable goals for both large and small businesses.

Goat and Seed will host a 7-to-8 course farm-to-table dinner + guided farm tour at its Everett location; the first dinner is scheduled for Saturday, July 11 at 4 p.m. with tickets at $180, and proceeds support the Why Not Us Foundation.

A three-day wrestling camp for girls in Grades 1-12 was held at Mariner High School, featuring former state champ Ally de la Cruz + other experienced clinicians.

The camp aimed to boost local participation and build basic wrestling skills for future involvement.

Wesco announced its All-Conference golf teams for the 2026 season, naming top players for girls & boys from the 4A, 3A/2A North, and 3A/2A South divisions.

The teams were revealed at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 2.

Fourth of July Festival

10 PM — American Legion Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate America's 250th with live music, food trucks, and family fun before the fireworks show.

Vishal and Shekhar Live Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Angel of the Winds Arena — Tickets from $108 — Experience the energetic performance of Vishal and Shekhar in Everett.

Family Fairy Garden Event

6-7:30 p.m. — Girl Scouts of Western Washington North Regional Office and Store — Free entry — Create your own enchanting fairy garden while making new friends.

Candlelight Concert: The Lord of the Rings

60 minutes — Arctic Club Hotel — Limited edition tickets available — Experience the enchanting music of The Lord of the Rings trilogy in a candlelit setting.

wedi Table Top Event

8:00 a.m. — T & A Supply Company Inc — Free entry — Discover wedi's waterproof shower systems and meet the Technical Sales Manager for demonstrations.

Shawn O'Donnell's Aquasox Night

4:05 – 6:05 PM — Shawn O'Donnell's American Grill and Irish Pub — Complimentary tickets available — Enjoy a night of baseball with the Everett Aquasox as part of Founder's Week celebration.