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Edmonds-Woodway takes the trophy in the district-wide Intimidator Challenge

Eric — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 23:16:01 +0000

The Red Onion’s Intimidator challenge was decided in a down to the wire last few belly busting bites! Edmonds offensive center Marco Hernandez took home the Hardware finishing his burger just ahead of Mountlake Terrace defensive end Julian Snow. Third place went to Edmonds right tackle Caleb Tuivonovono with all other competitors dropping out early. The competition was to completely eat a 3 and a half pound burger consisting of one and a half pounds of beef, a half pound of buns and fixings, half a pound of chili, a half a pound of macaroni and cheese and a half a pound of French fries.

The winning team will receive $500.00 toward their football team’s program from The Red Onion and sponsors. In addition, the Mountlake Terrace mayor will go to the Edmonds vs. Meadowdale game wearing the Edmonds Woodway colors and sit at the 50 Yard line

Intimidator record holder Jeff Huffman beat his current 14 minute record finishing in just 11 minutes 47 seconds.

Team Participants:

Mountlake Terrace: Julian Snow DE/TE, Zach Karels RB, FS, David Turner OL
Lynnwood: James Ryales LB/WR
Meadowdale: Ethan Coffey DT
Edmonds Woodway: Marco Hernandez C, Vance Meyringe G, Calib Tuivonovono RT

Check out the photos and video below:

MLT Police Chase ends with accident in North Seattle

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 21:59:35 +0000

The Seattle Times, our news partner, reports that Mountlake Terrace police went on a roughly 10-mile police chase that ended early Sunday morning on NE 75th St. in Seattle:

A man crashed his vehicle early Sunday in Seattle’s Roosevelt neighborhood after leading Mountlake Terrace police on a roughly 10-mile chase.

The man was seriously injured.

Around 12:30 a.m., the man exited Interstate 5 south onto Banner Way Northeast and failed to make the curve where Banner Way turns into Northeast 75th Street, according to Seattle police. The vehicle turned broadside, left the road and hit a guardrail on the south side of Northeast 75th Street.

The impact caused the vehicle to go up on its front end, police said. It continued along the guardrail before striking a light pole and flipping onto its roof. It came to rest in the 600 block of Northeast 75th Street.

The driver, whose name police did not release, was pulled from the wreckage and taken to Harborview Medical Center with serious injuries. Seattle police did not say what led to the pursuit.

Knockout at the Nile 5 September 18

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:03:45 +0000

The popular MMA event “Knockout at the Nile” is coming back to Mountlake Terrace on September 18 at the Nile. The event is sponsored by Ellersick Brewery and 1/2 the proceeds from this event go to the Shriner’s Childrens hospitals. The Main event is undefeated Kade Lindstrom vs Carl Edwards.

Tickets are $26 and you can buy them online here or in person at Ellersick Brewery. For more information call 425-670-2662.

New LIFT class begins at the Recreation Pavilion September 7

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 22:46:49 +0000

This fall the Recreation Pavilion is introducing the LIFT class to their water fitness program. LIFT stands for Low-Intensity Fitness Training and will take the place of the Senior Fitness classes beginning September 7^th.

While LIFT will follow the same basic structure as Senior Fitness, they want to encourage people of all ages and fitness levels to try out this class. LIFT will focus on low-impact cardio-vascular and toning work at a medium pace. This class is perfect for seniors, people with mobility issues, women who are pregnant, or anyone looking to start up a fitness routine. The enthusiastic and motivated instructors will tailor exercises to individuals’ needs.

As with any exercise program, you are encouraged to talk to your doctor if you have any concerns about beginning a work out regimen. LIFT is offered five days a week.

LIFT classes meet:

Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 10:30-11:30 am

Tuesday/Thursday from 10:45-11:45 am

Terrace Hawks cruise in opener 41-13 over Oak Harbor

Eric — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 17:47:07 +0000

The Hawks opened their first 3A season with a home game against Oak Harbor at Edmonds Stadium last night. The Hawks are transitioning this season from Wesco 4A South to the Wesco 3A conference.

“We still play like we’re the underdog. We come out with a hump on our shoulder and prove that we can beat 4A and 3A [teams]. It doesn’t matter,” said the Hawks’ Zack Karels on the transition to 3A.

The home crowd erupted as Chris Guerrero took the opening kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown.

The Hawks gave Oak Harbor a heavy dose of FB Griffen Rash during the first offensive series by pounding defense until he scored from the 2 yard line.

The Hawks defense stood firm during Oak Harbor’s next offensive drive when Lance Fernandez set the tone with a crushing sack that forced Oak Harbor to give the talented Hawks the ball in great field position. Hawks QB Hunter Rook scrambled out to his left and found Zack Karels for a 33 yard TD connection.

The Hawks defense turned up the pressure again by forcing Oak Harbor’s QB #9 to throw an interception to Zack Karels who returned it for 33yards and another Hawk TD.

“It was a team effort overall, our linemen were blocking giving Hunter time to get me the ball. I’m happy with how we played and we got the W and that’s all I really wanted,” said Zack Karels. “I think we played pretty well and we still have a lot to improve on. But we still have a lot more to give. Teams are going to be amazed by us this year,” said Rook.

Oak Harbor’s defense was able to take advantage late in the 2^nd forcing the Hawks to punt from their end zone and giving the offense great field position. Oak Harbor’s QB #9 found the end zone with a 2 yard scamper on the left side.

With 3 minutes and 54 seconds left in the first half the Hawks took over the ball. Again, Hunter Rook went deep throwing for a 33 yard connection to TE Julian Snow who carried tacklers down to the 3 yard line. QB Hunter Rook took the ball in for a 3 yard TD.

The half ended with the Hawks up 35-7.

The second half showcased the Hawks defense with hard hitting blows by LB Mitch Haldane, a Brach Hornbuckle interception and big sack by Anfernee Calloway. Oak Harbor also laid down the defense holding the Hawks to a single score by Hunter Rooks 5 yard TD in the 3^rd quarter.

Oak Harbor did score late in the game on a 28yard swing pass to WR #81 Mike Washington.

The game ended with a 41-13 Hawk victory.

“I think we played pretty well and we still have a lot to improve on. But we still have a lot more to give. Teams are going to be amazed by us this year.” said Terrace QB Hunter Rook on last night’s effort

The hawks play at Shorecrest next Friday, September 10 at 7pm.

“Everybody’s going to come out fighting week after week. They’re going to come out ready to play so we have to expect the best from them,” said Zack Karels on next week’s game vs. Shorecrest.

Hawks football coverage brought to you by the Terrace Football Gridiron Club. You can find schedules, stats, buy Hawks gear and more information at TerraceFootball.org.

Planning Grant Won by Mountlake Terrace

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:07:12 +0000

One of the ways that the City of Mountlake Terrace has been able complete many projects in the City even with decreased revenue is by aggressively pursuing and winning many federal and state grants. The most recent is a $100,000 state planning grant aimed at encouraging urban development and reducing loss of farmlands and forests:

About $ 1 million is being provided by the state on a competitive basis to cities that applied for the grant. The city won the maximum size grant of $100,000. The Washington State Department of Commerce is using special funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to provide the grants.

“This is fantastic news,” said Shane Hope, Community and Economic Development Director. “Our City Council has been at the forefront of supporting the environment and, at the same time, looking for ways to keep costs down. The grant will really help.”

The project will study how development rights from rural land could be transferred to the city’s Town Center and other planned areas where development is desired. It will include market analysis and environmental review.

As part of the study, the city will work with Snohomish County on options for a transfer of development rights program. A schedule for public input will be developed early in the project. The study must be completed by the end of 2012.

Mountlake Terrace has an adopted Sustainability Strategy that promotes the natural environment, energy conservation, and community livability.

[image courtesy Sebastian Niedlich (Grabthar)]

BBQ and kickball tournament at Terrace Creek Park September 11

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:58:54 +0000

Dallas, a Mountlake Terrace resident, is putting together a community BBQ and friendly kickball tournament at Terrace Creek Park on September 11. The event will take place from 1-6pm. Show up at one for a potluck style BBQ and kickball will start at 3pm. Check out the promotional video below and for more info see the Facebook event page.

Fire District 1 calls Aug. 26-Sept. 1

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:50:43 +0000

Snohomish County Fire District 1 responded to 342 calls the week of Aug. 26-Sept. 1: 266 emergency medical aid calls, 26 motor vehicle collisions, 17 fires, eight service calls, 24 automatic fire alarms and one natural gas leak.

Mountlake Terrace calls are in bold.

August 27
COLLISION. At 5:24 p.m., firefighters took one patient to Stevens Hospital after responding to a collision in the 16500 block of Highway 99 north of Lynnwood.

COLLISION. At 6:05 p.m., firefighters took one patient to Stevens Hospital after responding to a collision at 214th St. SW and 44th Ave. W in Mountlake Terrace.

FATAL CAR-PEDSTRIAN COLLISION. At 9:29 p.m., firefighters responded to the 13600 block of Highway 99 north of Lynnwood for a report of a woman struck by a pickup truck that went off the road. The woman died at the scene.

August 28
COLLISION. At 6:19 a.m., firefighters responded to a two-car collision on southbound I-5 south of 220th St. SW. One car rolled and came to rest on the right shoulder of the freeway. Firefighters transported one patient to Stevens Hospital.

FIRE. At 8 p.m., firefighters responded to a fire in an attached garage at a home in the 5700 block of 125th Pl. SE east of Everett. A neighbor used a fire extinguisher to put out the fire before firefighters arrived. The fire burned boxes in the garage, but did not extend to the structure.

August 30
FIRE. At 7:06 p.m., firefighters responded to a fire in a condominium in the 12400 block of 4th Ave. W south of Everett. A sprinkler in the second-floor unit put out the fire before firefighters arrived. The fire was contained to the stovetop and the cabinets and microwave above it. Damage was estimated at $10,000.

August 31
COLLISION. At 3:53 p.m., firefighters responded to a head-on collision at 48th St. SW and 212th St. SW in Mountlake Terrace. Medics transported one patient to Stevens Hospital.

MLT Garage Sales September 3-6

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:31:46 +0000

Just a lone garage sale in the city as of Friday afternoon. I’ll add more over the weekend if more pop up. If you know of any additional garage sales, email tips@MLTnews.com.

View MLT Garage Sales 9/3-9/6 in a larger map

Sound Community Bank Robber Charged

Dustin DeKoekkoek — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:53:24 +0000

The woman who prosecutors say robbed Sound Community Bank in Mountlake Terrace in May of this year has been charged with first degree robbery for the heist. Terri Sphung is also a subject in a Lynnwood bank robbery on the very same day. Back in 2006, Sphung was convicted of robbing the same Sound Community Bank and served 3 years in prison.

The Herald has more:

Terri Sphung told bank tellers the box wrapped in Christmas paper was a bomb.

She threatened to blow up the bank if she didn’t get money.

Sphung made off with about $10,000 during the 2006 heist. She also was sentenced to three years in prison for the hold-up.

Now, four years later, prosecutors say Sphung has robbed the same bank. She didn’t have a box, but she threatened to blow up the bank if the tellers didn’t fork over money.

Detectives say Sphung also was wearing nearly the same get-up she had on in 2006: a hooded sweatshirt, sweatpants, big sunglasses and dark gloves.

Sphung, 46, was charged Wednesday with first-degree robbery for the May 28 heist. She also is a suspect in Lynnwood bank robbery that same day.

Sphung’s past came back to haunt her after detectives noted that the May robbery was similar to one in 2006. They showed witnesses a picture of Sphung. The witnesses identified Sphung as the person who threatened to blow up the bank, court papers said.

They noted that she was wearing a dark-colored sweatsuit and carrying a purse. They also noted that she had acne on her chin.

A couple of days after the robbery, Sphung turned herself into police, admitting that she had a warrant for her arrest for drunken driving.

Read the rest at HeraldNet.com.