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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Everett. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Evergreen State Fair starts today at the fairgrounds in Monroe and runs through Labor Day except Aug. 27, offering concerts, carnival rides, rodeo events and fireworks under bright, sunny skies. Temperatures will be near 80 degrees today and near 90 this weekend—attendees are urged to drink water and use sunscreen to prevent dehydration and sunburn. Everett Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Snohomish County Arts Commission announced that the first-ever Kayak Point Arts Festival will take place on Saturday, September 13 at Kayak Point Regional Park — the free event will feature six bands performing from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and invite families to bring picnic items to enjoy a day of music. My Everett News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Everett Public Schools board approved a $441 million budget that adds 18 full-time educator positions — 15 for special education and 3 for basic education — to meet rising enrollment and state funding boosts. The budget also increases support for the bilingual program and funds three new electric buses as school starts on Aug. 27. Everett Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Everett City Council candidate Niko Battle’s eligibility was questioned after documents showed he registered to vote on May 7, which is less than the one-year requirement, and the city’s legal team is reviewing the charter code. Battle said he has lived in Everett for over a year and signed the candidate declaration on Aug. 12—he and his opponent Alan Rubio advanced from the primary. Everett Post
- ➤ After one year of operation, city officials say Lynnwood’s new jail has cut repeat offenses and improved inmate medical care despite unexpected costs that created a $10.7 million budget gap— the facility added 36 extra beds, began a medication-assisted treatment program on July 14 using opioid funds, and signed contracts with nearby cities for inmate transfers starting August 1. Everett Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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WHL Preseason: Spokane Chiefs vs Seattle Thunderbirds
2-3:30 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Check out the thrilling WHL preseason matchup as the Spokane Chiefs face off against the Seattle Thunderbirds.
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2025 Preseason Classic: Seattle Thunderbirds vs Portland Winterhawks
12-4 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Tickets available — Kick off the hockey season with the thrilling matchup of Seattle and Portland at Angel Of The Winds Arena.
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ABBA Tribute by ABRA Cadabra
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Historic Everett Theatre — Tickets available — Dance and sing along to iconic ABBA hits at this nostalgic tribute concert.
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Heritage & Innovation in Irish Whiskey Tasting
6-8 p.m. — Shawn O'Donnell's American Grill and Irish Pub — $45 per person — Explore the balance of tradition and innovation in premium Irish whiskey with guided tastings and paired appetizers.
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Mystery Date w/Weird Science
8 PM – 12 AM — APEX Everett — $10 — Relive the hits of the 70s and 80s with classic covers and one-hit wonders.
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