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Lakewood girls golf claims conference title
From left, sophomore Hannah Eneix, junior Kaylee Diggs, junior Chelsea Blackwood, senior Kayley Mizell, senior Jessica Spears, and sophomore Nina Forsell. - Courtesy Photo May 18 2011, 2:24 PM MARYSVILLE — The Lakewood High School girls golf team captured their first Cascade Conference Championship, May 9, when they won the league tournament by besting last year’s champions King’s by one stroke and scoring enough points to jump from third place in the league standings to first place.

Coury delivers ‘State of the Station’
Capt. Mike Coury, base commander of Naval Station Everett, praises members of the Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce for their support of his sailors. - Kirk Boxleitner May 25 2011, 8:47 AM MARYSVILLE — The base commander of Naval Station Everett laughingly warned the members of the Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce that they “live in interesting times,” which he admitted he wasn’t sure whether was a curse or not.

‘Cruzin for a Cure’ supports American Cancer Society
Laura and Jim Scharf, seen here with Jim’s 1922 Dodge Bros. Roadster, are grateful that Laura has been in remission from lymphoma for five years. - Kirk Boxleitner May 25 2011, 8:49 AM SMOKEY POINT — In spite of gray skies and a bit of drizzle, the second annual “Cruzin for a Cure” car and bike show beat out last year’s registration numbers.

Food security begins at home
From tomato sauce and pickles to jams and spiced fruit, the bounty preserved in a day canning helps fill the pantry, while creating a beautiful picture of color and healthy meals to come. - Photo by Susy Morris May 27 2011, 7:54 AM Preserving the Harvest, a hands-on, how-to food preservation series teaches how to can, freeze, and dry local foods.

Juicy ripe peaches, snapping fresh green beans, sweet raspberry jam, and crunchy dill pickles – nothing tastes better than home-preserved foods. In addition, a well-stocked pantry is a big step towards ensuring your family always has plenty of healthy food available. However, safely preserving fruits, vegetables, and meats requires a bit of knowledge, some time set aside, and a small investment in equipment.

You can learn how to safely preserve fresh foods in a series of Saturday workshops at WSU Snohomish County Extension in Everett. WSU Master Food Preserver Susy Hymas will share her knowledge and passion for preserving food in five workshops: June 4, June 18, July 9, July 23, and August 6. Please bring a brown bag lunch.

Cities, Tulalip Tribes join for economic summit
From left, Arlington Mayor Margaret Larson, Tulalip Tribal Chair Mel Sheldon Jr. and Mayor Jon Nehring at the North Snohomish County Community Partners Economic Development Summit on May 25. - Kirk Boxleitner Jun 01 2011, 1:27 PM TULALIP — “There’s a lot of good information and good vibrations here today,” said Mel Sheldon Jr., chair of the Tulalip Tribes, to the crowd in the Tulalip Resort’s Orca Ballroom. “The goal and desire that we all share in common is to better our communities and our county.”

New art gallery opens on Arlington's Olympic Avenue
An example of Fogdog Gallery’s bedspring chandeliers. - Courtesy Photo Jun 02 2011, 9:47 AM ARLINGTON — After opening to the public on June 1, the Fogdog Gallery will conduct its official grand opening on June 4.

The new art gallery will share a space with the Petite Sweet Bakery, located at 318 N. Olympic Ave. in downtown Arlington.

VCS Friendship Walk returns to downtown Arlington
Participants in last year’s ‘Friendship Walk’ for Village Community Services cruised through downtown Arlington. - Courtesy Photo Jun 02 2011, 7:22 AM ARLINGTON — Walking teams and individual walkers are invited to join Village Community Services’ fourth annual “Friendship Walk.”

The walk will start at the Legion Park gazebo, located at 114 N. Olympic Ave. in Arlington, at 1 p.m., on June 25. Registration for the walk opens at 11 a.m. that same day.

Powder Puff football raises funds for Marysville, Lakewood youth teams
Jun 02 2011, 7:28 AM MARYSVILLE — Marysville and Lakewood moms are going head-to-head to help their kids stay in the game.

The Marysville “Tomamamas” and the Lakewood “Cougar Mamas” are already gearing up for a Powder Puff football game on June 17, starting at 7 p.m. at Marysville-Pilchuck High School, to raise funds for the Marysville Youth Football League and the Lakewood Youth Football Athletic Association.

“The economy hasn’t been improving, and the simple truth is that some families are having to choose between extracurricular activities versus basic necessities like groceries, gas and medical care,” said Dawn Taylor, a spokesperson for the event. “We hope this can bring our two communities together for a great event that families can attend without spending a ton of money, but which will benefit so many others.”

Trujillo joins the staff of Marysville Globe, Arlington Times
Chris Trujillo started his first full week of work for The Marysville Globe and The Arlington Times on May 30. - Kirk Boxleitner Jun 07 2011, 8:21 AM MARYSVILLE — Chris Trujillo’s childhood passion for sports not only led him into a career in writing as an adult, but has also contributed to his curiosity about the world around him.

Lakewood’s Scott takes first place in long jump at state
Andre Scott, center, receives the gold medal after winning the long jump at the State Championship, May 26 at Tahoma High School in Tacoma. - Courtesy Photo Jun 07 2011, 8:57 AM LAKEWOOD — Five months ago, Lakewood senior Andre Scott found himself lying on the side of a mountain writhing in pain following an ill-fated snowboard trick. And the only thing coursing through his mind was whether or not his final track and field season had come to a pre-mature end.