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MARYSVILLE – After an online survey found a majority of Marysville residents in favor of keeping fireworks on the Fourth of July, the City Council decided against an all-out ban this year. But it may decide Monday, June 22, to ban fireworks in city parks.
City staff has said many people use parks to set off fireworks, probably because of the open spaces for better viewing and safety. Also, because many of them don’t want to clean up. So, city residents have to foot the bill for their litter. Neighbors of some parks have complained about the issue in the past. So the SEE VOTE, PAGE 2
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Boom City fireworks stands are being set up just west of the Tulalip Resort.
Talent show fun; parade next instrumental for “Turkey Creek Hop” and “Amazing Grace.” • The Ferguson Family Band in vocal and band for “Everybody’s Working for the Weekend.”
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Vol. 121, No. 49
MARYSVILLE — Today, June 20, is the big day for the Marysville Strawberry Festival, highlighted by the Grand Parade at 7:30 p.m. Other events include the Kiddies Parade, fireworks, music, carnival, market and more. But taking the center stage at the festival June 18 was 15-year-old Abby Hau. Seven years of dancing paid off for Abby as she was declared overall winner of the Strawberry Festival Talent Show. Hau was among 23 competitors in this year’s talent show, and also scored first place in the vocal and dance ages 15-16 category. “I was a shy kid, so my mom thought that dance would help me express myself,” said Abby, who practices up to 30 hours each week. “She was right, because I’ve loved it ever since.” This isn’t Abby’s first time competing in the show. A few years ago, she was part of a group from Northwest Dance & Acro of Smokey Point. Abby is grateful to her instructor, Augga Hawkins, and offered advice
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Dancer Abby Hau won the overall competition in the Talent Show. for other talent show aspirants. “Don’t be nervous; be confident,” said Abby, who will ride in the Strawberry Festival Grand Parade June 20. Among the evening’s other firstplace winners were: • Emma Griffith in dance ages 4-8 for “Popular.” • Klara Darby in dance and other performance ages 6-10 for “London
Calling.” • The Evangel Classical Choir in vocal, dance and instrumental ages 5-12 for “Joy Inside.” • Victoria Steward and Ashlyn Stelter in vocal, piano and dance ages 11-14 for “Skinny Love.” • The Kung Fu 4 Kids group in vocal and performing arts ages 8-19 for demonstrating martial arts. • Laila Bour in adult vocal and
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Schedule of events •Through Sunday, June 21, Carnival, Marysville Middle School: Play games, go on rides and eat carnival food. •Through Saturday, June 20, Beer Garden, noon-6:30 p.m., 7th and Alder: Local beer and wine. •Through Sunday, June 21, Market, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m., 10 a.m.5 p.m., Asbery Field: Arts and crafts and food booths, along with free entertainment. •Saturday, June 20, Strawberry Shortcake Eating Contest, 1-3 p.m., Asbery Field: Free. By age groups. •Saturday, June 20, Rose Planting Ceremony, 3-4 p.m., Totem Middle School: Honors festival president. •Saturday, June 20, Kiddies Parade, 6 p.m., State Avenue 7th and 5th: Non-motorized parade features kids in costumes with pets and bikes. SEE FESTIVAL, PAGE 2
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BY KIRK BOXLEITNER