Looking to treat my bride to be and her half of the wedding party to a spa day. Anyone have any recommendations?

Woke up to my cat pawing the screen door, cat scared it off which I believe is a small maybe 150lb Black Bear near The Parks Recreation Neighborhood in Mill Creek. Be careful near here, with pets and what not. Dad called animal control but I'm guessing they won't acknowledge it till' more sightings pop up. Stay safe 🙏💙 Now we gotta go to vet, my cat broke his nail and is bleeding, doesn't seem like the bear touched him tho thankfully.

UPDATE: Fixed our fence and found out the neighbor has a chicken coop, which is against the HOA. Never seen a bear all my life, new neighbors and they have chickens, smh. 🤔

The DOL told me it would take 7-10 days, its been almost 3 weeks and mine still hasn't arrived.

If anyone on here has gotten one recently how long did it take to show up?

Today I passed this community monument. It wasn’t planned, it was an accident. I had to take a moment to reflect on what an amazing mother I have. My dad died when I was very young, my mom stepped up and worked hard to raise me the best she could. I never went to bed wanting food, and we always had a home to live in. She didn’t date, she focused her energy on raising her son. This seems to be the problem we have today, people don’t take responsibility for their children. People need to do what is best for the decisions they have made. I know so many good family’s looking to adopt and foster kids and I don’t understand what would make someone think to harm their child. Surely it would be better to give away your child instead of harming them. I am so thankful to have had a loving caring mom who devoted her life to giving me the things I needed. Most of all she made me feel loved.

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The honorable Judge Whitney M Rivera, Snohomish County’s newest Superior Court Judge, was officially sworn in Thursday, May 10, by Washington State Chief Justice Steven Gonzalez.

Judge Rivera replaces Judge Anita Ferris who retired from the bench on April 30. Coincidentally it was Judge Ferris who first hired Judge Rivera as her law clerk 18 years ago.

Judge Ferris joked that her decision to hire Rivera was set in stone before she even walked into her office for the interview not simply because of her qualifications, which were impressive none-the-less, but because her resume was printed on fine linen paper within a gold inlaid folder.

“That stellar resume, created from hard work and attention to detail was a harbinger, a foreshadow of the stellar career about to begin,” said Judge Ferris. “Whitney was not a normal attorney; she was a super star. She tried case after case, bringing motion after motion, she was always attacking the toughest of issues. Whitney became the epitome of grace under fire.”

A crowd of nearly 200 people packed into the Snohomish County courthouse to witness the ceremony, which was led by Judge Paul Thompson, including elected officials, attorneys, judges from around the region, community leaders, and members of the public.

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee first announced last month that Judge Rivera, who was serving as Edmonds Municipal Court Presiding Judge, had been appointed to the Snohomish County Superior Court to replace Judge Ferris.

“Whitney Rivera is a tireless, well-respected and experienced judicial officer and lawyer, and she is well prepared to serve the Snohomish County community in this role,” said Gov. Inslee. “I’m pleased that she will bring her integrity, work ethic, experience and compassion to the Snohomish County Superior Court bench.”

Full article 👉https://lynnwoodtimes.com/2024/05/10/judge-rivera-240510/👈

Hey neighbors! My boyfriend and I are moving out of our house at the end of the month and off onto a new adventure in another state. We sold our house and are looking for your recommendations for home cleaners, specifically move out cleans. It’s a 3bed 2bath home, and will be all packed up and cleared out of our belongings. I’ve priced out a couple bigger/chain businesses, but I would much rather have that money go to a local business or small business that would benefit more and support those directly in the community. I appreciate your time and feedback. Thank you!

Might be an odd one but I’m looking for recommendations to purchase a bulk order of ice. I’m not seeing anywhere with companies like Reddyice where I can make a large one time purchase like that directly. Would need about 60x 7 pound bags for my wedding in June. Delivery would be nice but not required

Hello there! For those who have submitted applications to a job posting for Snohomish County, I'm curious to know: How much time elapsed between the closing date and when you were notified if your application progressed to the next stage?

Hi! Looking for good places to swim outside near Monroe, WA. Cold is ok.

At Smokey Point Transit Center, the night was a cloak worn by the unsavory—a shroud for deeds best kept from daylight’s gaze. Freedom Pig stood alone, a sentinel among phantoms, her presence a threat to the shrouded commerce of flesh and vice that thrived in the neon shadows.

The air reeked of cheap stimulants and cheaper promises, the kind peddled in the hidden crevices of Arlington’s forgotten corners. Here, at this crossroads of desperation, the destitute and the predators danced their macabre waltz. The bus depot, a mock stage for this nightly ritual, pulsed with the heartbeat of illicit transactions masked by the mundane comings and goings of the city’s buses.

Across from the Little Caesars, where the promise of $5 feasts lured in the hungry and hollow-eyed, Freedom Pig watched. The artificial glow of Taco Time and the neon buzz from the ampm sign cast a surreal light, giving the night an edge of unreality. The Wendy’s sign, a beacon of normalcy, was ignored by those who lurked here. They were instead drawn to the dim corners and the whispered offerings of Bigfoot Music, where more than melodies were for sale, and the Rite Aid, which provided a different kind of relief for those with the right kind of currency.

Amidst the neon-lit dance of depravity, an even more notorious beacon of sin cast its pallor over the scene: the Smokey Point Motor Inn. A mere stone’s throw away, it was a haven for the darkest of Smokey Point’s secrets. Its flickering sign served as a siren’s call for all manner of criminal enterprises. Known as the grand stage of Smokey Point’s clandestine activities, from the trafficked to the traffickers, the Motor Inn held a reputation as a fortress of illicit dealings, where screams were muffled by the thrumming of the highway. Freedom Pig’s investigation had led her here countless times, each visit peeling back another layer of the town’s rotting veneer, each stay revealing that the Motor Inn was more than a nest of crime; it was a labyrinth of human despair, challenging her resolve to cleanse Smokey Point of its iniquities.

A figure emerged from that darkness, skin etched with life’s hardships, eyes hollow with unspoken tales. She approached Freedom Pig, her gait unsteady, her resolve worn thin. “They say you’re looking for the dark heart of Smokey Point,” she rasped, voice as broken as her spirit.

Freedom Pig nodded, her eyes never leaving the other’s face. “I’m looking to clean it up. You got a name?”

“Call me Sunrise,” the woman said, a cruel irony to her moniker. “I can show you the rot beneath the surface, the blight within the bustle. But be warned, the truth ain’t nothing like the shine of Wendy’s sign or the safety of a Tractor Supply store.”

With those words, an alliance was forged in the shadow of commerce, under the indifferent gaze of passing headlights. Freedom Pig followed Sunrise into the darkness, ready to drag the night’s secrets into the unforgiving light of justice. The battle would be uphill, every step mired in the muck of human depravity, but Freedom Pig was undeterred. This was her beat, her burden, and her battle—for every city’s heart beats beneath its streets, and it was her self-sworn duty to ensure it beat true.

There used to be an awesome Chinese food restaurant in north Lynnwood called Tasters Wok. Does anybody know if they opened up a restaurant somewhere else or maybe where the cooks landed? I really miss that place.

My fiancé and I are looking into moving to Snohomish County, we are out here exploring the area this week. We’re trying to figure out what area would best suit us. Here’s a bit about us and what we’re looking for. I understand there’s probably not a place that will meet all of these criteria.

Rentals under 3k (2-3 bed)

Abundant nature access nearby- parks etc.

Don’t mind more rural living but need under 20 min access to a grocery store with organic options (sprouts, coops, PCC, Whole Foods)

Sense of community, kid friendly

Fast internet

Low crime

Lowish traffic (we WFH so no commute)

Good schools

Liberal leaning

We don’t care about nightlife, bars, or restaurants.

Thanks for your help!

We're considering buying a home right across the road from Kamiak High School in the 'Harbour Lane' area. We know that the Harbour Pointe area in general is great with well maintained houses and great school ratings. However, any thoughts on the increasing airport noise and the resulting pollution? Just read this report https://www.theurbanist.org/2024/02/28/paine-field-the-regions-next-major-airport-or-small-regional-airport/ which basically says that the Paine Field will grow multi-fold. It appears that the master plan (https://www.painefield.com/DocumentCenter/View/1278/PAE-Final-Draft-Facility-Requirements-Chapter-4) is already approved.

I saw the similar thread from a while ago but was looking to see if opinions have changed - https://www.reddit.com/r/Mukilteo/comments/pre49e/homes_by_kamiak_high_school/

Our concern is that we might buy right now when prices are high and the prices may go down as the airport operations expand. Thoughts?

I'm looking to install a hitch to use for a Uhaul in the near future, I don't really like the reviews of the Everett Uhaul location and wondering if anyone has recommendations for a shop that instal hitches.