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Snohomish County fire agencies to distribute free cloth masks

Snohomish County fire agencies are partnering with the Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management to deliver a critical tool in our community’s fight against COVID-19.

Fire departments will soon begin distributing approximately 150,000 free cloth face coverings, or masks, to residents throughout the county.

Introducing the Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek’s Kindness Wall

At our community events, the Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek created a “Kindness Wall,” where individual acts of kindness are written on cards and attendees and participants are challenged to take a card and meet the kindness act written on it.

We want to share our Kindness Wall with all of you – virtually – until the day comes that we can all come together stronger than before!

Left Coast / Right Coast: Hubris causes many bad decisions

I was watching a Netflix series about the Challenger disaster in 1986 and it made me think of the old saying "Pride goeth before a fall."

In other words, hubris causes many people to make bad decisions.

Two EveregreenHealth patients contract COVID-19 at Kirkland campus

EvergreenHealth confirmed on Thursday, September 17th, that two patients receiving inpatient care at the EvergreenHealth Kirkland campus have tested positive for COVID-19. They are contacting 100 employees who had various levels of possible exposure to the two patients.

EvergreenHealth confirmed on Thursday, September 17th, that two patients receiving inpatient care at the EvergreenHealth Kirkland campus tested positive for COVID-19.

They are contacting 100 employees who had various levels of possible exposure to the two patients.

Sno-Isle Libraries offers a contact-free service during the COVID-19 pandemic

Books by Mail is intended as a temporary service for those who are unable to participate in contact-free services at a physical library location due to coronavirus precautions.

It’s available to customers who live within the Sno-Isle Libraries District, including the city of Everett.

Forever Home Dog of the Week - Ryder

Our dog of the week Ryder is ready to ride through life by your side!

At nine-years-old, Ryder knows the key to staying young is acting young, and he’s got that down pat. He is always up for any adventure, big or small and is eager to make new memories with his new family.

Forever Home Cat of the Week - Sam

Our cat of the week Sam is sometimes quirky, sometimes playful and sometimes snuggly. He’s the perfect blend of it all!

The second Sam greets you, you’ll be on the receiving end of head bunts and purrs galore. He goes wild for cheek rubs and chin scratches.

Mill Creek City Councilmember Mike Todd resigns his elected position to become the city's Public Works and Community Development Director

On Wednesday, September 16th, Mike Todd resigned his Mill Creek City Council position to accept a job as the city's Director of Public Works and Development Services and Community Development.

City councilmembers will select a replacement to fill Todd's now vacant city council position.

"Here are a Few Gems to Brighten up the Fall Garden," by the Whistling Gardener

It always amazes me that no matter how many times I visit the garden center, I always seem to find something that looks interesting and is calling to me to take it home and add it to the landscape.

Here are a few that caught my eye this week as I toured the nursery looking for treasures…

Mill Creek Police Beat - September 4th to September 10th

Mill Creek Police officers make any number of contacts and respond to numerous calls for service every day.

According to the latest Mill Creek Police Blotter, a total of 372 responses were recorded the week of September 4th to September 10th.

Cascade and Everett high school students named National Merit semifinalists

Cascade High School’s Ethan Kuntz and Everett High School’s Reed Fowler join about 16,000 other students who have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists.

COVID-19 activity declining in Washington state with the help of face coverings and distancing

The latest Washington State Department of Health statewide situation report shows an overall decline in COVID-19 activity as of late August.

It also shows encouraging signs that keeping our distance, limiting gathering size, and wearing face coverings are working to slow the spread of the disease.

Mill Creek City Council begins search for new councilmember to replace Pam Pruitt

Mill Creek city councilmembers have begun the process to replace Pam Pruitt, who resigned her council position on August 24th.

Applications from citizens who meet the requirements are due by 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 24th.

Everett School Board changes meeting times to allow for more community involvement

The Everett Public Schools' Board meetings will be starting 30 minutes later this year in hopes of allowing more community involvement and engagement in the meetings.

The 5:00 pm start times will begin at the next board meeting, on Tuesday, September 22nd.