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The front of Galaxy Theatres Monroe, which is offereing free movie tickets to people displaced by the recent floods. (Provided photo)

Monroe movie theater does what it can during flood

Galaxy Theatres Monroe is offering free movie tickets to those displaced by the extreme weather.

 

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EvergreenHealth Monroe appoints new chief medical and quality officer

Dr. Scott Stuart has worked as a hospitalist at EvergreenHealth Medical Center in Kirkland since 2005.

 

New England Patriots wide receiver Efton Chism III shows his My Cause My Cleats choice he'll wear on Monday Night Football to support the Monroe-based Big Heart Big Smile Foundation. (Eric J. Adler / New England Patriots)

Former Monroe star supports local foundation with NFL cleats

The memory of a 6-year-old life cut short inspires Efton Chism III’s Monday Night football footwear.

 

Monroe Covenant Church rejoices 120 years

While the name and building have changed, the location has not. The celebration occurs Saturday and Sunday.

The Hallan Building and Main Street early in the 20th century. (Monroe Historical Society)

Historic Monroe buildings receive bronze plaques

A dedication Saturday will celebrate the century-old original City Hall, Dolloff-Key and Hallan Buildings.

The Hallan Building and Main Street early in the 20th century. (Monroe Historical Society)

Cudaback and Fulcher vie for Monroe mayoral seat

After 12 years, Monroe will have a new Mayor. Former and current council members run for open position.

Pop star Benson Boone comes home to Monroe High School

Boone, 23, proves you can take the star out of Monroe — but you can’t take Monroe out of the star.

People gather in the lobby of the new City of Monroe building on Monday, July 14, 2025 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

New Monroe City Hall opens to the public

Part of a $17 million municipal campus, the building opens Sept. 22. An open house will take place on Halloween.

People gather in the lobby of the new City of Monroe building on Monday, July 14, 2025 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
New England Patriots wide receiver Efton Chism III arrives at practice at Gillette Stadium on August 15, 2025. (Nick O'Malley / Tribune News Services)

Former Monroe star Efton Chism III earns spot in NFL

A standout career at Eastern Washington leads to chance with the Patriots.

New England Patriots wide receiver Efton Chism III arrives at practice at Gillette Stadium on August 15, 2025. (Nick O'Malley / Tribune News Services)
Congress member Suzan DelBene speaks at a roundtable on Thursday, April 17 in Monroe, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

DelBene talks possible Medicaid cuts at Monroe roundtable

Health experts worry potential cuts to the program could harm people’s health, strain hospital resources and drive up the cost of care.

Congress member Suzan DelBene speaks at a roundtable on Thursday, April 17 in Monroe, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)
Anthony Christie with his son (Family photo)

State to pay $960K over man’s suicide in Monroe prison

Anthony Christie reported suicidal ideation to prison staff. But they did little before his 2019 death, his family claimed.

Anthony Christie with his son (Family photo)
Monroe High School (Monroe School District)

Small fire closes Monroe High School for the day

An electrical fire broke out in the school around 7 a.m. Crews extinguished it within 10 minutes.

Monroe High School (Monroe School District)
Some of the new lawmakers headed to Olympia for the next legislative session. (Candidate photos courtesy of candidates. Washington State Capitol building photo by Amanda Snyder/Cascade PBS)

Class of 2025: Meet Washington state’s newest lawmakers

Elected officials will meet in January for the legislative session. New state Rep. Brian Burnett is focused on the budget.

Some of the new lawmakers headed to Olympia for the next legislative session. (Candidate photos courtesy of candidates. Washington State Capitol building photo by Amanda Snyder/Cascade PBS)
A family walks through the Wintertide lights Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Legion Park in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A family walks through the Wintertide lights Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Legion Park in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A paddleboarder makes their way across Lake Ballinger on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

State stocking Snohomish County lakes with trout for Black Friday

Locally, the state is stocking Ballinger Lake, Gissburg Ponds, Silver Lake and Lake Tye.

A paddleboarder makes their way across Lake Ballinger on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Large logs flow quickly down the Snohomish River as the river reaches minor flood stage a hair over 25 feet following an overnight storm Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Rainy, gusty week to come in Snohomish County

The Snohomish River could reach the “action” flooding stage, but forecasters don’t expect any flooding here.

Large logs flow quickly down the Snohomish River as the river reaches minor flood stage a hair over 25 feet following an overnight storm Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Benson Boone (Photo provided by AEG Presents)

Monroe’s Benson Boone snags Grammy nomination for Best New Artist

The Monroe High grad this year has opened for Taylor Swift and won an MTV Video Music Award.

Benson Boone (Photo provided by AEG Presents)
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‘Right-hand man’ in Snohomish County drug ring sentenced to 10 years

Humberto Garcia was convicted of drug trafficking in April. He’s the last member of the group to be sentenced.

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From left to right, Heather Koellen and Brian Burnett

Nurse, former sheriff vie for open east Snohomish County seat

The incumbent in the recently redrawn District 12 is running for state Senate, making room for Heather Koellen and Brian Burnett.

From left to right, Heather Koellen and Brian Burnett
Television station lights illuminate those gathered for a rally demanding the Monroe School District address harassment and bulling problems on Monday, Dec. 13, 2021 in Monroe, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

In Monroe schools, families allege rampant racism left unchecked

Five families of color filed a lawsuit Thursday. They asked for judicial oversight of the district.

Television station lights illuminate those gathered for a rally demanding the Monroe School District address harassment and bulling problems on Monday, Dec. 13, 2021 in Monroe, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)