Snohomish County's Biggest Stories of 2025

In 2025, Snohomish County saw a mix of exciting and tough news. Let's dive into the top stories that caught everyone's attention. First up, Dick's Drive-In, a beloved Seattle burger joint, opened its doors in Everett. People were super excited, and the grand opening was a big deal with politicians, bands, and even burger-themed shoes. This was the chain's 10th location and the second in Snohomish County. But not all news was happy. Providence Everett announced they were letting go of over 100 nursing assistants. They blamed it on money troubles, like inflation and cuts to healthcare programs. This was part of a bigger layoff happening across seven states. Traffic troubles also made headlines. The Revive I-5 project caused major delays, with lanes closing and commuters looking for other ways to get around. This project is still ongoing and will continue into 2026. In Snohomish, a man named Steve Nagy built a path to help people walk safely. But the city said he had to take it down because it didn't follow the rules. The path is now gone.Privacy concerns arose when Snohomish County police scanners went dark to the public. Officials said it was for better safety and coverage, but some people worried about transparency. A shocking case in Lake Stevens involved a man and woman arrested for child abuse and bestiality. The woman was charged with making child pornography, and her trial is set for 2026. The man wasn't charged due to lack of evidence. On a brighter note, Thatcher Johnson spent three years building a B-17 cockpit replica in his garage. He used real plans and archival footage to make it as accurate as possible. He plans to donate it to a museum once it's finished. Boeing made some big moves too. They started making the 777X Freighter, the world's largest twin-engine cargo plane. They also announced plans to start producing the 737 MAX 10 in Everett, pending certification. Lastly, a former Everett bar owner, Christian Sayre, was sentenced to at least 109 years in prison. He was found guilty of multiple counts of rape and other crimes over nearly a decade.