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Stanwood
Located within one hour of Seattle, Bellingham, and the Canadian border, Stanwood provides a friendly small-town retreat from big city life, with historic buildings, shopping, antiques, restaurants, and full-service resources in a quaint, agricultural setting. Stanwood has many popular events, including February's Great Northwest Glass Quest. Search for and find clue balls hidden at a var

iety of host businesses and in community sites around the Stanwood-Camano area to win a glass ball handmade by Mark Ellinger, a world-renowned, hand-blown glass artist. During spring and summer, you can enjoy many family-friendly events and festivals, including Stanwood Summer Concerts, Moonlight Movie Nights, Twin City Idlers Car Show, Touch-A-Truck, the Stanwood Camano Arts Festival, Stanwood Camano Community Fair, and the Rotary Parade. The Stanwood Farmers Market runs from June-Oct on Friday afternoons. Bundle up for Stanwood's biggest and brightest event, The Lights of Christmas, at Warm Beach Camp. The indoor-outdoor holiday festival features nearly one million lights, a stunning, larger-than-life nativity, live music, crafts, food, children's pony rides, a petting farm, draft horse wagon rides, train rides, a dinner theater, and overnight options. Stanwood is home to many local artists working in painting, pottery, glass, photography, and wood. The annual Mother's Day Studio Tour showcases our local artists and gives everyone the chance to enjoy their talents. Nearby, the world-famous Pilchuck Glass School, started by Dale Chihuly, draws students worldwide each summer. Stanwood is an active community – people committed to serving others, living a quality life, and managing growth in a manner that benefits everyone. For more information on events, please visit www.discoverstanwoodcamano.com

Winter Weather Update ❄️ - All parks and trails are closed today, February 5, due to conditions. Stanwood Police Station...
02/05/2025

Winter Weather Update ❄️ - All parks and trails are closed today, February 5, due to conditions. Stanwood Police Station is also closed to the public. Officers are still working, call 911 in the event of an emergency. Visit https://bit.ly/stanwinterweather for updates.

02/05/2025

Winter Weather Update - many roads are covered in compact snow and ice. Our Public Works team has all four snowplows in operation and are actively clearing priority routes to improve driving conditions. If you must be on the roads, please use caution. Take it slow and leave plenty of room between yourself and other drivers. Your safety is our top priority. Visit https://bit.ly/stanwinterweather and continue to follow our social media pages for updates.

02/04/2025

All schools will start 2-hours late today due to ice and snow. While some roads may be clear of snow, ice, and slush, road crews are still clearing secondary streets — especially on Camano Island and in the Warm Beach area — to help make them safe and accessible for our buses.

All buses are operating on snow routes this morning. There will be no preschool and no out-of-district transportation.

All afterschool activities and athletic events will proceed as scheduled.

Please remember that during a two-hour late start, students need to add two hours to the time posted online for bus pick-up. Find bus route information on our Transportation webpage (https://www.stanwood.wednet.edu/departments/transportation), and find school start times on our School Hours webpage (https://www.stanwood.wednet.edu/about/calendar/school-hours).

For those driving, please exercise caution and allow for extra travel time this morning.

It’s always a privilege to be able to showcase the incredible work of our local artists and celebrate their creativity. ...
02/02/2025

It’s always a privilege to be able to showcase the incredible work of our local artists and celebrate their creativity. Check out this stunning piece and be sure to support our local art scene!

We are prepped and ready for whatever the weekend weather may bring! All four snowplows are fueled up and standing by wi...
01/31/2025

We are prepped and ready for whatever the weekend weather may bring! All four snowplows are fueled up and standing by with Public Works staff on alert and ready to respond. If snow falls, staff will prioritize clearing main roads, emergency routes, and high-traffic areas to keep everyone safe.

Stay informed with the latest winter weather updates and alerts: 🔗 https://bit.ly/stanwinterweather.

🚧 Progress Update 🚧 Construction on the Marine Drive Floodgate is moving along nicely! Crews are preparing to pour concr...
01/30/2025

🚧 Progress Update 🚧 Construction on the Marine Drive Floodgate is moving along nicely! Crews are preparing to pour concrete next week with the project likely wrapping up by mid-February. Having a deployable floodgate is another step our city is taking to enhance flood protection for Stanwood. Learn more at bit.ly/stanwoodfloodgate and stay tuned for updates.

01/30/2025

Secret’s out – construction along I-5 over Secret Creek near Stanwood is coming soon.

Over the next two years, we’ll remove the smaller, aging culverts (fish passage barriers) under both directions of I-5 and Old Highway 99 and install three new fish-approved bridge structures to enable safe fish and wildlife passage under the freeway and highway.

During construction, northbound and southbound I-5 will both shift over to a two-lane, temporary bypass along the mainline until the end of December 2025. This will bring I-5 in each direction from three lanes, down to two and decrease the speed limit in the area from 70 mph to 60 mph. In 2026, construction will switch over to Old Highway 99, which will be closed for part of the year and a detour will be in place.

Learn more about the project benefits and what to expect during construction, and submit your questions at the online open house here: https://engage.wsdot.wa.gov/i-5-secret-creek-fish-passage/

Downtown businesses like Pure Smoke NW BBQ & Catering are transforming thanks to the City's Storefront Improvement Progr...
01/28/2025

Downtown businesses like Pure Smoke NW BBQ & Catering are transforming thanks to the City's Storefront Improvement Program! Buildings are sporting fresh coats of paint, dated awnings and doors are being replaced and new signs are being installed. The program works by offering businesses up to $20,000 in matching grant funds to make exterior improvements to their buildings.

Just last winter, Pure Smoke NW received a $13,000 grant allowing Jim and Dan to restore the commissary kitchen to its 1950s origins and create a vibrant patio space for customers to enjoy year-round.

The city has $50,000 in available funding this year and encourages downtown businesses and property owners to apply. Read Pure Smoke’s success story at https://bit.ly/stanwoodsip and learn more about this exciting opportunity. By working together, we can create an economically robust and vibrant downtown.

📢Save the Date!📢Join us at our January 29 Open House to learn about changes coming to housing and permitted uses. Ask qu...
01/23/2025

📢Save the Date!📢Join us at our January 29 Open House to learn about changes coming to housing and permitted uses. Ask questions, share feedback and help shape the future of Stanwood. Find event details at https://bit.ly/4jfLRLW. Attendees can participate virtually or in person.

City Council is taking place on Thursday, January 23 at 7 p.m. at the School District Administration Building. Attend in...
01/23/2025

City Council is taking place on Thursday, January 23 at 7 p.m. at the School District Administration Building. Attend in-person or online via Zoom. Find additional details at https://stanwoodwa.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=1119

City offices are closed today in recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and will resume normal operating hour...
01/20/2025

City offices are closed today in recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and will resume normal operating hours Tuesday.

Preparedness is key! Yesterday, Public Works joined forces with North County Fire/EMS and U.S. Army Corps to fill over 3...
01/16/2025

Preparedness is key! Yesterday, Public Works joined forces with North County Fire/EMS and U.S. Army Corps to fill over 350 sandbags that can be used in times of flooding. Work has also begun on the Marine Drive Floodgate, another important project that will help safeguard our city. Thank you to our staff and partners for your commitment to public safety. Learn more about the Marine Drive Floodgate project at https://stanwoodwa.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=421.

It was an inspiring morning with community leaders like Mayor Roberts, Councilmember Nate Nehring and North County Fire ...
01/15/2025

It was an inspiring morning with community leaders like Mayor Roberts, Councilmember Nate Nehring and North County Fire Chief John Cermak sharing exciting updates about the future of our region. Thank you Stanwood Commerce Alliance for hosting today’s State of the City, 2025 is already shaping up to be an amazing year!

The City of Stanwood invites you to join us for the Housing and Permitted Uses Open House on January 29 to discuss upcom...
01/14/2025

The City of Stanwood invites you to join us for the Housing and Permitted Uses Open House on January 29 to discuss upcoming changes to the municipal code involving housing, zoning and permitted uses. This is your opportunity to learn about proposed changes, ask questions and to share your feedback. Attend online from 3:30-5pm or in-person at Stanwood City Hall from 5:30-7pm. Learn more and be part of this interactive and informative session - https://bit.ly/4jfLRLW

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Road Closure Notice - Marine Drive (84th Ave NW) is now closed between 267th Street NW and 270th Street NW for the insta...
01/14/2025

Road Closure Notice - Marine Drive (84th Ave NW) is now closed between 267th Street NW and 270th Street NW for the installation of a flood gate. The closure is anticipated to be approximately four weeks. Detours will be in place during this time. Find additional details at https://bit.ly/40wVTRq

Chasing sunsets in Stanwood—this stunning view is a must-see! Add Hamilton Landing Park to your 2025 bucket list for pla...
01/14/2025

Chasing sunsets in Stanwood—this stunning view is a must-see! Add Hamilton Landing Park to your 2025 bucket list for places to visit. Drive toward the smokestack and you will find your way there.

Stanwood American Legion's Prime Rib Dinners are back! Mark your calendars and help support local veterans by stopping b...
01/09/2025

Stanwood American Legion's Prime Rib Dinners are back! Mark your calendars and help support local veterans by stopping by Post 92 on January 11 at 4pm for prime rib, baked potato, salad, rolls and dessert. Adults are $25 and kids below the age of 12 are $10. Located at 26921 88th Ave NW in Stanwood. Dinners are held on the second Saturday of every month through June.

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10220 270th Street NW
Stanwood, WA
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Winter Weather Update
Winter Weather Update

Winter Weather Update - many roads are covered in compact snow and ice. Our Public Works team has all four snowplows in operation and are actively clearing priority routes to improve driving conditions. If you must be on the roads, please use caution. Take it slow and leave plenty of room between yourself and other drivers. Your safety is our top priority. Visit https://bit.ly/stanwinterweather and continue to follow our social media pages for updates.

Port Susan Sunrise
Port Susan Sunrise

Good morning Stanwood! Mayor Roberts captured this breathtaking sunrise while walking along the Port Susan Trail today. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful start to the day or an inspiring end to it, the Port Susan Trail offers stunning views, fresh air and the chance to experience the beauty of Stanwood. Be sure to swing by! You can access the trail from Hamilton Landing Park or the Stanwood Park and Ride. #CityofStanwood #PortSusanTrail

Holiday Tree 2024
Holiday Tree 2024

She’s a beaut Clark! This year’s holiday tree has been delivered to downtown! Join us Saturday for Stanwood’s annual tree lighting and holiday celebration happening from 3-7pm. 🎄Find event details at https://bit.ly/stanwoodholidays and be part of an unforgettable evening featuring holiday shopping, live performances, Santa, falling snow and more! Thank you to our event sponsors and committee members - Bayless Electric, Community Transit, Lenz Enterprises Inc, Tory Charette with Farmers, Ladders Clothing & Company, Stanwood Commerce Alliance, Stanwood Cupcakes, Mammoth Burger Company, Stanwood Camano News, Lisa Bruce Photography, Mustard Seed.

Notice: It's that time of year again! Crews will be striping Stanwood streets this Saturday. Temporary cones will be put out to notify drivers but nevertheless, watch for wet paint.

Dog Park
Dog Park

Notice: the dog park at Heritage will be closed for maintenance tomorrow, July 3, from 10am-noon. As we approach the Fourth, remember your four-legged friends! Make sure your pets have identifying tags and keep them at home if you head out to celebrate. 🐾

Fireworks Safety
Fireworks Safety

Celebrate safely this Fourth of July Stanwood! If you plan to use fireworks, make sure that: ✅A sober adult is present ✅A bucket of water is nearby ✅Pets are brought indoors ✅Matches, lighters and fireworks are kept away from children ✅Fireworks are not thrown or held when lit ✅"Dud" fireworks are never relit Find additional safety tips at https://bit.ly/stanwoodfireworks and remember, fireworks can only be used June 29-July 3 from 9am-11pm, July 4 from 9am-midnight and July 5 from 9am-11pm. To report illegal use of fireworks contact 425-407-3999. Only call 911 when there is an immediate threat to life or property.

We are committed to providing our community with quality drinking water and are pleased to share that the water delivered to your tap surpasses state and national regulations! Read our latest Water Quality Report today: https://bit.ly/3VeLOoB

Renovations at City Hall and the Police Station continue! Demolition is complete and crews are starting to reframe. Stay tuned for updates and visit https://stanwoodwa.org/599/City-Hall-and-Police-Station-Renovation for project details.

Minor flooding along the Stillaguamish River has resulted in road closures near Norman Road. Crews are continuing to closely monitor the situation. If you come across road closure signs or water over roadways, please turn around and find another route. Follow Snohomish County DEM for regional updates and visit https://bit.ly/3uMfgsr for all weather service watches and warnings for Snohomish County. Stay informed by following US National Weather Service for the latest forecasts.

Public Works crews are reporting a mix of snow and freezing rain and are continuing to plow priority routes. Roadways are slick, if you plan to drive take it slow, use caution and give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination. Find winter weather updates at: https://bit.ly/stanwoodwinterweather

Help shape the future of Stanwood! The city is looking for a passionate individual to join the Planning Commission. Make a positive difference and apply online by January 24, 2024: https://bit.ly/applyforstanwoodpc

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