Good morning, Everett.

Downtown businesses in Everett are teaming up under the name Late Shift Everett to host monthly 'First Friday' events starting Oct.

3—aiming to boost the city's nightlife and draw more visitors to the downtown core. The city will also improve lighting, trees, and pedestrian safety in the area as part of the effort.

The state Department of Fish and Wildlife banned all recreational fishing on the Snohomish River from its mouth to the join of the Skykomish and Snoqualmie rivers since Sept.

20 to protect Chinook salmon — the ban ends at Halloween.

After a heated hearing yesterday, the Snohomish County Council voted 3 to 2 to let Snohomish annex the 241-acre North Lake Urban Growth Area even as many North Ridge residents said they would not benefit—state review is needed before the annexation takes effect and water services remain unchanged.

Old Dominion: How Good Is That World Tour

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of country music with Old Dominion on their world tour.

Everett Silvertips vs. Portland Winterhawks

4:05-5:35 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of top-tier WHL hockey as the Silvertips take on the Winterhawks at home.

Everett Silvertips vs. Tri-City Americans

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Tickets start at $15 — Witness the excitement of WHL hockey as the Everett Silvertips take on their rivals at home.

Everett Silvertips vs. Victoria Royals

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience top-tier WHL hockey as the Everett Silvertips compete on home ice.

Cole Swindell Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena — Ticketed event — Experience country music superstar Cole Swindell performing hits from his new album.

Creedence Revelation - Tribute To Creedence Clearwater Revival

7:30-9 p.m. — Historic Downtown Everett Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic rock hits of Creedence Clearwater Revival performed live by Creedence Revelation.

Bruin Block Party

5-11 p.m. — Everett Memorial Stadium — Free entry — Celebrate Cascade High School alumni with fun activities and community spirit on Homecoming night.

Everett Comedy Night

8-11 p.m. — Historic Downtown Everett Theater — $15-35 — Enjoy a night of laughs with top comedians including Cory Michaelis and Andrew Rivers.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Snohomish County

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Snohomish County Campus Plaza — Free entry — Participate in a noncompetitive walk supporting the fight against breast cancer.