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The Washington State Department of Commerce<http://www.commerce.wa.gov/Pages/default.aspx> today announced nearly $8 million in grants to create jobs and to help seven higher education institutions lower their energy costs. An estimated 121…
I’m writing this article while sitting in my father’s chair. You know the chair of which I speak. It is that ratty old recliner that occupies the living room, den, or man-cave that no guest or other family member is ever allowed access….
Lake Stevens Police Officers responded to a suspicious call from a gentleman yesterday morning around 9 a.m. in a cul-de-sac off of 92nd and 15th St. SE in West Lake Stevens. A woman in her 20s was found dead inside the home. Lake Stevens Police…
United Way of Snohomish County will be investing $7.9 million over three years toward 107 programs in Snohomish County addressing a set of priorities identified by three panels of volunteers. These targeted investments represent an increase of more…
Twenty eight students from Everett Community College’s Ocean Research College Academy graduated June 14, earning both their associate’s degree and high school diplomas, several of the students are from Lake Stevens High School and…
The Board of Commissioners of Lake Stevens Fire will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed annexation of an area generally described as the Valtera View Annexation. The proposed annexation comprises approximately 14 acres. A copy of the…
It just wouldn’t be summer without Music on the Lake and this year’s line-up is sure to please. Head down to North Cove Park on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. and enjoy a great view and even better music. The following bands will be…
Hundreds of people from Lake Stevens gathered at the Centennial Trail trailhead on 20th St. NE Monday, June 17 to remember 15-year-old Molly Conley, the young girl who was killed in a drive-by…
During the grant cycle of April 30, 2013 the following have received grants from the Lake Stevens Education Foundation: Hillcrest Elementary – Assistive Technology for struggling writers in the…
A host family is needed for students and one chaperone, coming from France for three weeks this summer. There is a local coordinator plus a French chaperone that will be with the students and ensuring a great experience for all. The students and…
The Washington Department of Ecology (DOE) has approved the city of Lake Stevens’ updated shoreline master program. The city’s shoreline program will result in significant improvements in the protection, use, development and restoration…
The Lake Stevens School District wants to know what you think about our schools! Whether you’re a parent, student, staff member, or a part of the Lake Stevens community—your thoughts are important to us. Please take a few minutes to…
At the Lake Stevens City Council meeting on Monday, June 10 Mayor Vern Little requested and the City Council approved a contribution of $2,000 to the Molly Conley reward fund. Just two weeks ago the…
The Washington Aerospace Scholars program is pleased to announce that the following students will be participating in one of the four WAS Summer Residency sessions held in June and July at the Museum of Flight in Seattle. Washington Aerospace…
The Lake Stevens Education Foundation is pleased to announce that it was able to award over $17,000 in scholarships on behalf of the foundation, local businesses, families and service organizations….
Autumn Isaacson graduated from Lake Stevens High School in 2011 and since then has continued to carry on with the sport that she loves, softball. “Softball is pretty important in my…
Sen. Steve Hobbs, D-Lake Stevens, was selected this week as the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance’s Legislator of the Year. Hobbs earned this recognition in part for his work on the Fair Tenant Screening Act, Part 2 (Senate Bill 5568)…
Let’s just say that the residents of Hawkins House are very grateful for all of those working at Lake Stevens Fire and it was evident last Friday, June 14 when they invited them to celebrate…
Join the Lake Stevens Senior Center (2302 Soper Hill Road) on Wednesday, June 26 from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. for a Falls Prevention Seminar presented by the Falls Prevention Coalition of Snohomish County with Lake Stevens Fire. Our society does not…
The Cavelero Mid High Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble and Vocal Ensemble participated in the Music in the Parks competition winning several first place awards. The Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble and Vocal…
If you have not attended this family fun event in the past, this is the year to mark your calendar. Susan Rieck and a large group of volunteers put on a great, fun and exciting Sunday event each year at Aquafest. This is a great event for the…
The LSHS Class of 2013 would like to thank all of their supporters Dear Editor. Throughout the last 2012-2013 school year there have been many wonderful local businesses, community members, families, students and much more that have graciously gave…
With a steady stream of bad news stories about maimed soldiers, the Boston Marathon bombing and the house of horrors in Cleveland, it would be natural to despair for the human condition. What defect in the human character allows us to do such…