Good morning, Everett.

A boat fire was reported at 9:36 a.m. today at the Port of Everett Fuel Dock at the Central Marina (400 block of 14th Street) when police on Marine 1 managed a 32-foot boat carrying 300 gallons of fuel until firefighters extinguished the blaze in about 30 minutes, with all four people and a dog evacuating safely and two treated for smoke inhalation while the fuel dock remains closed for further assessment.

Kirkland Police arrested a 40-year-old Everett man on July 23 for 22 burglaries in four counties between April and July—he was booked for 20 felony charges and released on a $150,000 bond.

Jewel Lazaro fled Spain amid accusations of abuse and brought her 3 1/2-year-old daughter Lucia to Sultan, Washington, but a Snohomish County judge later ruled the child be returned to her father in Spain under the Hague Convention, highlighting the challenges mothers face in custody disputes.

Everett Street Tunes is back for its 2025 edition with artistically decorated pianos set up across town — including a new spot in South Everett — for public play.

The installation celebrates its third consecutive year and features three fewer pianos than last year.

Sound Transit asks Everett residents to share views on the Link Light Rail extension study & use the feedback for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement.

The online survey stays open until Aug 28 & will guide next steps in the project.

Community Transit shared plans at a board meeting for its new Swift Gold Line—an upcoming bus rapid transit connecting downtown Everett to Arlington with stops in Marysville.

The agency will ask for more public input in September and decide on a final route and bus lane option in 2026 as it aims to open the 15-mile line in 2031.

Everett published its first annual Photo Enforcement report, which shows incomplete 2024 data because cameras were activated gradually (the report also lists traffic accidents and notices of infraction required by state law).

Everett City Council District 4 candidates are set for the Aug.

5 primary as questions arise over community organizer Niko Battle's eligibility, since he registered in Snohomish County only five days before filing despite city rules requiring a year of residence. Contractor Alan Rubio and Boeing engineer Luis Burbano also are in the race and are offering different plans on public safety, affordable housing, and homelessness in District 4.

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.

Billy Strings Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Ticket information available — Experience the exquisite sound of GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist and songwriter Billy Strings.

Swing For a Cure Charity Golf Tournament

10:30 a.m. — Legion Memorial Golf Course — Registration fee applies — Participate in a charity golf tournament benefitting children's cancer care.

2025 Chrome & Classics Car Show

9 a.m.–3 p.m. — Lincoln Hill Retirement Community — $30 registration — Explore classic cars, enjoy delicious food, and benefit the local community's age-in-place program.