Islanders reminded of power outage Sunday
Island County Public Works reminds area residents of the power outage to take place from 12:01 a.m. to 8 a.m., Sun., June 28, as Snohomish County PUD relocates transmission lines as part of Washington State Department of Transportation's project to expand the Mark Clark Bridge on Camano Island. Full Story
To Vicki with love
Irene Amundson's hand rests on a bench installed and dedicated earlier this month at Lervick Family Village in memory of Vicki Lervick, a Stanwood woman who died on July 30, Full Story
Celebrate Independence Day at Freedom Park
Stanwood-Camano residents are invited to celebrate the Fourth of July, 3 p.m., at Freedom Park at Terry's Corner on Camano Island. Speakers include Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen, Island County Commissioner John Dean; the commanding officer of VAQ 129 from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Command Master Chief Rick Colombo, Ret. Full Story
Local teen out of hospital, recovering
Julie Faragher, 16, has returned to her home in Stanwood after a 50-day stay in the hospital. Julie was at Children's Hospital in Seattle recovering from an accident where her car entered a tributary of the Stillaguamish River while she was on Marine Drive April 15. Full Story
Comp plan changes approved by council
Rebecca Lind, city planning and community development director, has the future of Stanwood in her hands — at least on paper. Lind detailed the wording in seven city-initiated comprehensive plan changes during the city council meeting Thursday evening. Full Story
Applicants needed for Community Heritage Program
Snohomish County is accepting applications for the 2009 Community Heritage Program. "This county is brimming with a profound and rich history," said Snohomish County Councilmember Brian Sullivan. "Accepting applications that support the preservation of our history is a valuable tool for our county. Full Story
Conservation district seeks $5 assessment
When Lyn Gross, of Stanwood, was planning her five-acre farm for her eight horses, she knew who to call. Gross was starting from scratch when she purchased her property seven years ago. She had to build the barn, fencing and figure out drainage. Full Story
CIFR services hinge on proposed levies
Island County Fire District 1, Camano Island Fire and Rescue (CIFR), is seeking to renew two levies this year. Chief Mike Ganz said the levies are a critical component in determining the department's staffing and response capabilities. Full Story
Partial road closure for drill at SHS
Stanwood High School (SHS) will hold an emergency response drill for a chemical spill on Fri., June 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 272nd St. NW, the road directly in front of SHS, will be closed during the drill. Full Story