Best of Snohomish County
The Coastal Community Bank branch in Woodinville. (Contributed photo)

Top banks serving Snohomish County with excellence

A closer look at three financial institutions known for trust, service, and stability.

  • 6 months ago

 

Jeanne Hoek hangs clothing on racks at the Assistance League of Everett’s Thrift Store on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Finding value beyond the price tag

Explore three thrift stores that support local causes and conscious shopping.

  • 7 months ago

 

An autumn-themed display at Wagner Jewelers in Marysville. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Shine bright with Snohomish County’s top jewelry finds

Three dazzling shops where elegance, craft, and sparkle come together.

  • 7 months ago

 

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Wrap up something wonderful

Discover the top 3 gift shops in Snohomish County for charm, creativity, and feel-good finds.

  • 7 months ago

 

Northwest
Washington state Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove waves to the crowd during inauguration ceremonies at the Washington state Capitol, in Olympia, on Jan. 15, 2025. (Photo by Ryan Berry/Washington State Standard)

Dave Upthegrove on land sales, federal funding cuts and wildfire immigration raids

Washington state’s new public lands commissioner came into office with his own ambitious agenda. It’s playing out against a shifting backdrop in D.C.

  • 1 day ago

 

The so-called “big, beautiful bill” that congressional Republicans approved in July included a total of $50 billion for the Rural Health Transformation Program. The money is meant to offset some of the expected damage to rural hospitals from the law’s steep cuts to Medicaid. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Washington makes pitch to feds for $1B in rural health funding

The money was included in Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill.” The state’s goals include strengthening the rural health workforce and improving care in tribal communities.

  • 2 days ago

 

Photography
A blue dasher dragonfly perches on a dried blade of grass on the waters edge of Lake Ballinger with a white water lily blossoming in the background on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Summer serenity

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The sun begins to set as people walk along the Edmonds Fishing Pier on Thursday, July 17, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

End of the day in Edmonds

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Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens President Eileen Simmons, left, and volunteer Debbie McCoy plant zinnias from Sunnyside Nursery in front of the entrance to the Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens on Thursday, July 10, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Making a colorful entrance

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People walk along Sunset Avenue as people below explore Brackett’s Landing North at sunset on Thursday, July 3, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

A sunset walk

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West Coast Travel
Hikers on Hurricane Ridge trail in Olympic National Park,  AdobeStock

Port Angeles tour company to welcome more hikers with new location

Tour company plans to open ‘heart and soul of the operation’

  • 1 week ago

 

Artwork is found throughout La Conner, including along its channelside boardwalk. Jon Bauer photo

Fall for La Conner, Washington: fewer crowds, full charm

A local shares why autumn is the best-kept secret in this artsy waterfront town.

  • 1 month ago

 

The Methow Valley in North Central Washington draws visitors year-round for hiking, rafting, skiing and fly-fishing.

Twisp with a twist: Road-tripping to Washington’s Methow Valley

Welcome to Twisp, the mountain town that puts “fun, funky and friendly” on the map.

 

View of Liberty Bell Mountain from Washington Pass overlook where the North Cascades Highway descends into the Methow Valley. (Sue Misao)

Take the North Cascades Scenic Highway and do the Cascade Loop

This two-day road trip offers mountain, valley and orchard views of Western and Eastern Washington.

 

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