Good morning, Everett.

Republic Services resumed trash collection Monday in Edmonds, Lynnwood and Snohomish after a two-week strike left residents with piled trash—local union leaders warned the strike could return if fair negotiations do not restart with the company—.

The union noted that workers in Lacey and Boston had also joined the protest in solidarity.

On Sunday at 5:30 p.m., a small Cessna plane lost power and made an emergency landing in Puget Sound near Lighthouse Park, with bystanders & boaters helping the three occupants who were taken to a nearby station for treatment, and officials closed the boat dock as they investigate.

Boeing officials celebrated the start of production for its delayed 777X-8 freighter in Everett on Monday, July 21 when a worker used a robotic arm to drill the first hole in a critical wing spar at the Composite Wing Center—around 100 workers cheered the milestone and officials said the completed plane is expected to be delivered in 2028.

The Color Purple Musical

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Village Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Experience a heartwarming journey of life, hope, and the healing power of love through music.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

July 28-30 — Everett Community College Walt Price Student Fitness Center — Fee required — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and character building.

4 Days Paddling, Camping, and Hiking at Ross Lake

Jul 31 – Aug 3 — Green Lake Park & Ride — Approximately $50 cash needed — Experience a four-day adventure of paddling and hiking in beautiful Ross Lake.

An Evening with the NorthWest Tool Tribute

8-11 p.m. — The Ten-01 Pub — $10 cover at the door — Experience an electrifying tribute to Tool with heavy riffs and deep grooves in downtown Everett.

Third Thursday After Hours

5-6:30 p.m. — Budget Blinds of Mill Creek, Woodinville & Mukilteo — Free entry — Network with local businesses while enjoying drinks and food in a casual setting.