With the snowfall and icy conditions continuing throughout the area, local school districts have cancelled classes and evening activities on Dec. 18.
The snow and ice that forecasters have been predicting for the past couple of days came to north Snohomish County early Wednesday morning blanketing the area and forcing local school districts to cancel classes for the day.
Local schools will be opening on time Tuesday, Dec. 16, but the inclement weather has caused some changes in the bus transportation.
With the weekend’s winter blast behind us and another one predicted for this week, it’s a good time to refresh ourselves on a few tips for safe winter driving.
With the weather forecast as chilly and blustery, the Marysville Fire District would like to take this opportunity to remind people about winter fire safety.
The dark winter nights are brightened up considerable around Marysville and Arlington thanks to all the creative yard displays. From inflatables to animals made of lights, from Santa and his reindeer on roof tops to angels and nativity scenes with the baby Jesus and all the critters, there’s some to see around most every corner.
A new blues happening is just getting started in Arlington, reports the ol’ blues harpist, Jeff Nicely. Presented by Nicely, in collaboration with Sean Denton of the Gryffyn Band and the owners of the Mirkwood & Shire Cafe, there will be live music at the Mirkwood every Friday. “We’d love to have you be a part of the fun,” Nicely said. Nicely is getting together with his old buddy, Randy Norris to play as The Norris & Nicely Funky Acoustic Blues Duo on Friday, Dec. 26. Nicely often plays a few tunes with the Gryffyn Band, which is scheduled for Dec. 19.
ARLINGTON —
Army Private Sarah B. James has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
LAKEWOOD — With only four returning varsity players, would Cougar girls basketball play with the same intensity it has been known for in the past?
The Marysville School Board elected new officers for 2009 at its Dec. 8 regular meeting.
