Upcoming Local Events

Tulalip Heritage vs. Concrete Football Fri, Oct 13, 4:00 PM – Sat, Oct 14, 9:45 AM

Orca Recovery Day in Marysville Sat Oct 14 2023 at 10:00 am to 12:30 pm

FALL FESTIVITIES AT THE FARM Sat Oct 14 2023 at 09:00 am to Sat Oct 21 2023 at 04:00 pm

Jade War by Fonda Lee SAT, OCT 14 · 9:00 AM

Snohomish Sunflower Festival Friday, Oct 13, 2023 at 10:00 a.m

Real Estate Careers Today Sat, Oct 14, 10 AM – 12 PM

Fantastic Fridays Friday, October 13, 2023 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

World of Music: Andre Feriante in concert Friday, October 13, 2023 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Learn the ABCs of ADUs Sat, Oct 14, 10 – 11 AM

Twin Oaks Sports Card Show Sun Oct 15 2023 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

Jesse Jo Stark Sun, Oct 15, 8 PM

LUKE SEVEREID in Marysville Sun, Oct 15, 6 – 8 PM

Everett Farmers Market Sun, Oct 15, 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM

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Understaffed and Underpaid: Everett School Workers' Plea for Economic Justice

School staff, including paraeducators, nutritionists, and IT and facilities personnel, rallied at the Everett Public Schools offices to demand livable wages, highlighting that their current earnings are insufficient to cover basic needs. Their wages, especially for paraeducators, are considered "low-income." The staff, represented by unions, have been negotiating contracts for six months. They stressed the essential services they provide to students and the need for wages that reflect their value to prevent high turnover and maintain student support. The district affirmed its commitment to ongoing negotiations. Concerns were also raised about potential job cuts, significant pay disparities within educational roles, and the desire for Juneteenth to be recognized as a paid holiday. Safety issues due to understaffing were also highlighted, with fears that educational quality may suffer if staff continue to seek better-paying positions elsewhere. The school board did not directly address the protesters' comments during the meeting.

School Happenings!

Fire Prevention Week

National Metric Week

No School

13 Oct 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM (Pilchuck) MP Choir Retreat and Pep Band Rehearsal/Game

13 Oct 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Pilchuck) Football Home Game vs Glacier Peak

Marysville's Bold Move: New Law Targets Repeat Offenders with Mandatory Sentences!

Last week, a woman named Lacey Ische died in a crash during a police chase on I-5 near Marysville. The incident started when she and others were reportedly seen attempting to break into cars. Ische fled in a Cadillac Escalade, almost colliding with a police car, prompting a chase. She tried to exit I-5, lost control, and crashed into trees. She was taken to a hospital but later died from her injuries. The Snohomish County Medical Examiner confirmed her identity and cause of death. The investigation's progress is currently unclear, with no updates from the state patrol or Marysville police.

Inflation Battle: Are Social Security's 2024 Adjustments Enough for Struggling Seniors?

In 2024, Social Security beneficiaries are set to receive a 3.2% increase in their benefits, a noticeable decrease compared to the previous year's significant rise due to high inflation. This adjustment, translating into an additional $50 or more per month for recipients, is viewed as insufficient by some experts and advocates, considering ongoing inflation and expected increases in Medicare premiums. The program, funded by payroll taxes, faces future financial challenges, with predictions of being unable to fully cover scheduled benefits from 2033. Proposed reforms are stagnant in the legislative process, and there's a suggestion to change the COLA calculation method to better reflect the elderly's expenses. However, any adjustments, even minor, are crucial for retirees managing in the current economic climate.

Why Did the Newsletter Cross the Road?

Welcome to our fun corner, dear readers! Before we dive into the usual updates, let's loosen up those laugh muscles! 😄

1. Tech Tickle: Why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything! Especially when they say they're "99% empty space." Seems like they're not telling us something, huh?

2. Pun Place: I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes. She gave me a hug. 🤷

3. Kitchen Comedy: Why don't eggs tell jokes? They'd crack each other up. And nobody likes an egg with a cracked sense of humor!

4. Office Funnies: Why don’t we let pencils write newsletters? Because you can never count on them. They always lose their point!

5. Newsletter Nuttiness: Ever wonder why this newsletter doesn’t gossip? Because it only has issues, not drama! 📨🚫🎭

Stay tuned for more smiles and remember, laughter is the best medicine (unless you have a stomachache, then it's just confusing!) 😂

Until next time, keep the funnies coming!

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