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Kamiak places fourth at national chess tournament

The Kamiak varsity chess team placed fourth out of 30 U.S high schools in the K-12 1600 category at Super Nationals May 9-11 in Orlando, Florida. Team members were (right to left) Oliver Rines, …

Blooming in Mukilteo

This rhododendron on the grounds of Mukilteo Presbyterian Church might be one of the oldest bushes in Mukilteo and has been blooming since it was part of the Nelson Farm last century. The house is …

Kamiak student named winner in VFW contest

Kamiak’s Isabella Fratto was one of four winners announced by VFW Post 8870 in its James Traner Freedom and Memorial Scholarship contest. Fratto, Lynnwood’s Jessica Ruby Osburn, …
The middle of the old Edgewater Bridge has been removed.

Edgewater Bridge is coming down

The demolition of the Edgewater Bridge has begun. But Mukilteo drivers headed to Everett will have to pack their patience longer than expected. Piece by piece, the 79-year-old bridge is being …

Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Arts open house is May 15

The Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Arts open house is 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at City Hall, 11930 Cyrus Way. The PROSA Plan is the City’s roadmap for community spaces, recreational …

Declining interest in City’s commuter parking program prompts a call for change

The City’s commuter parking program appears to be a victim of the increased popularity of working from home. During Monday’s work session, Community Development Director Andy …
Sports
Mariner
Athlete of the Week
Trey Walker – Baseball

Trey Walker – Baseball

Mariner Athlete of the Week Trey Walker is a junior captain on the baseball team. Trey has been a hard worker all season. He is the team’s primary pitcher and has been filling in for many …

Tristan Cadiz – Boys Soccer

Soccer player Tristan Cadiz has demonstrated commitment to excellence and leadership by example this season. This is the reason he was chosen as Mariner Athlete of the Week. In practice, he shows an …

Aarti Saran – Girls Tennis

As a senior captain of the Mariner girls tennis team, Aarti Saran has shined this year at first singles, and has really competed in every match. She leads by example and is a great role model for the …
Kamiak
Athlete of the Week
Jada Taylor – Track and Field

Jada Taylor – Track and Field

Girls track and field standout Jada Taylor attends practice with an amazing work ethic every day. She’s worked through multiple injuries this season and has rebounded to recently post personal …

Otto Richter – Boys Soccer

Congratulations to Otto Richter on being named Kamiak’s Athlete of the Week! Otto has been a lockdown keeper for the soccer team all season. He is a captain on the team, and a leader on and off …

Suah Park – Girls Tennis

Congratulations to Suah Park on being named Kamiak’s Athlete of the Week! Suah is a senior girls tennis player, and she is currently undefeated at doubles with any partner she competes with. …
Prep baseball
Kamiak’s Andrew Hernandez waits for a throw from the pitcher, while Skyline’s Jack Evans dives back to first base.

Knights knock off Spartans in district opener

Senior Andrew Fetty came through for Kamiak on the mound and at the plate in its 4A District baseball opener against Skyline. Fetty survived a rocky first inning in which he allowed three …

Nominate an athlete for Kamiak Hall of Fame

The deadline for nominations for the Class of 2026 Kamiak Athletic Hall of Fame is extended to July 1. The Kamiak High School Athletic Hall of Fame exists to recognize and honor …

Mukilteo Little League Fan Fest is May 17

The annual Mukilteo Little League Fan Fest is May 17. Games start at 9 a.m., and the pitch, hit, and run competition (register at tinyurl.com/yn74r82n) will be from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Webbly the Frog …
Arts & Entertainment

First Kamiak Car Expo coming May 18

The first Kamiak High School Car Expo is set for 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, May 18, in school parking lots. Exhibitors should arrive between 9:30-10 a.m. for prep. The event will be at 10801 Harbour …

Reminder: Mukilteo Community Orchestra hosts final concert of year

The Mukilteo Community Orchestra will present its last concert of this season at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Rosehill Community Center. This free concert, “Spring Rising,” is part of the …

Paine Field Community Day is May 17

Aviation enthusiasts are gearing up for Paine Field Community Day. The free youth-focused event at Paine Field on Saturday, May 17, includes aviation education, aircraft displays, military …

Mukilteo artist Judy Glein Snell at MaJe Gallery

Judy Glein Snell, the featured artist at MaJe Gallery in Edmonds, has lived in the Puget Sound region her entire life and developed a love of nature at an early age, spending countless hours …

Mukilteo Community Orchestra presents final concert of season

The Mukilteo Community Orchestra will present its final concert of this season at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Rosehill Community Center. This free concert, “Spring Rising,” is part of the …
Weekly Editorial Cartoon

Letters to the editor
Joe Marine is best candidate for mayor
I am delighted that Mayor Joe Marine is running for reelection, and I encourage my fellow Mukilteans to support him. He has been an outstanding mayor with vision for our city. He is highly …
Resident shares reader’s concerns about safety issues with 92nd Street Park
I walk 92nd Street Park every day with my family and I agree with this assessment by Richard Gaeth (Letter to the Editor: Resident has safety concerns about 92nd Street Park, tinyurl.com/mrxy7d5c ) …
Opinion

Praise for the liberal media of old

It was those left-leaning radical colonists who led us to the First Amendment of our Constitution. It emphatically tells Congress “that they shall make no laws abridging the freedom … …

Running the Boston Marathon

OK, I admit that I lost my sanity and actually ran the Boston Marathon when I was in my 30s. The Boston Marathon is one of the oldest marathons in the world. This year was the 129th running of the …

Does Medicare cover vision care and eye exams?

Dear Savvy Senior, What all does Medicare cover when it comes to vision care? I currently have good vision insurance through my employer but will lose it when I retire. – Almost 65 …
Police and Fire

Burglary; domestic violence; theft

May 8 Assisting fire department : 6100 block Club House Lane. Officers assisted the fire department with an adult with behavioral issues. Burglary : 4700 block Park Drive. A …

Bicycle theft; malicious mischief; fireworks

May 1 Welfare check : 8100 block 53rd Ave. W. A mother from out of state said that her adult daughter made concerning statements on the phone. Officers contacted the known woman who appeared to …

Mukilteo Fire helps put out Everett storage facility fire

More than 60 firefighters from across south Snohomish County, including Mukilteo, worked Monday night to extinguish a storage facility fire that produced a thermal column seen for miles. …
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Performing Arts Student of the Week
Rachel Nguyen – Orchestra

Rachel Nguyen – Orchestra

Rachel Nguyen is a member of the Kamiak Orchestra and serves as the Social Media Manager. She is also heavily involved with the Kamiak Cheer Team and student government. The Merry Wives of Windsor by …

Ronan O'Hara – Band

Ronan O’Hara is a trumpet player in many Kamiak music groups including band, orchestra, and Show Band. He also holds several leadership positions including president of the Student Leadership …

David Kinner – Band

David Kinner plays oboe in the symphony, french horn in chamber winds, baritone in show band, baritone saxophone in the musical pit, trombone in the advanced jazz ensemble, and cymbals in winter …
SCHOOL NEWS
Top, left to right: Ivan Mashchits (freshman), Wami Thomas
(freshman), Robert Glubakov (sophomore), Chloe Fratto
(sophomore), Marin Higgins (junior), Diego De La Ortiz Rosa 
(junior), Gabriel Quist (senior), Aidan Hobert (senior).

Kamiak honors March’s Students of the Month

K amiak has recognized its Students of the Month for March. Kamiak staff selected student based on their outstanding academics, school and/or community leadership and activities and/or …
Kamiak’s mixed ensemble, The Midknights.

Kamiak choirs achieve top honors at state

The Kamiak Choir Program returned home with two outstanding achievement awards at the 2025 Washington State Solo and Ensemble Contest April 25–26 in Ellensburg. Kamiak’s large …

Washington Education Savings Plans commemorate National 529 Day with prizes

Washington Education Savings Plans (WA529) kicked off its month-long recognition of National 529 Day with a promotion that will net three winners $1,529 in their GET Prepaid Tuition account. The …
Saigon Shenenigans performed a fan dance at Kamiak’s Culture Night, Thursday, April 24.

Kamiak Culture Night entertains, educates

Kamiak’s Culture Night brought together students, parents, and community members for an evening of conversation, diverse foods, and entertainment on April 24. More than 25 booths served ethnic …
Obituaries
Giles "Shep" Shepherd III
Surrounded by his family, Shep slipped into eternity on January 18 with the stars guiding his way. Born in North Carolina, his family moved to Ithaca, New York, when he was a youngster. A …
Janet L. Hunter: 1944-2025
Jan was born in San Antonio, Texas, where her father was stationed during WWII. She was the second of three children of Ron and Eleanor Green of Bothell, Washington. At the end of the war, the Green …
Carol Yonker: 1949-2025
Carol Lynn (Owen) Yonker, a dedicated educator and vibrant member of her community, passed away on February 18, 2025. Born on February 4, 1949, to Alvin Luther Owen and Jeanne Schuff Owen, Carol grew …
Linda Grafer: 1941-2025
Linda Grafer (née Woodruff), 83, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, in Edmonds, Washington. Born on July 27, 1941, in Oak Park, Illinois, Linda's adventurous spirit led her and her …
Steven Patric Kilmer: 1993-2024
Steven Patric Kilmer, 31, of Mukilteo, Washington, passed away on December 5, 2024. Patric was born on May 5, 1993, to Wendy L. Iseman and Steven L. Kilmer at Swedish Hospital in Seattle, …
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