Editor: Shoutout to Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS)! I recently took them up on their free 40-minute session where experienced genealogy researcher Margaret Summitt helped me break through my “brick wall”…
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Letter to the editor: What’s at stake with school levy, bond vote
Dear Editor: Less than a week remains until ballots are due on Feb. 13. Here’s what’s at stake: Proposition 1: A construction bond that would replace several outdated schools in…
Letter to the editor: Strong schools build strong communities
Dear editor: I strongly support the two upcoming school funding measures, Propositions 1 and 2. First, these measures fill critical gaps in funding. The state is currently not mandated to…
Letter to the editor: Prop 1 and 2 — A worthwhile investment in our community’s future
Editor: On Tuesday, Feb. 13 we get to vote on two Edmonds School District funding propositions that are truly important to our community’s future. I am encouraging you to vote yes…
Letter to the editor: It’s time we replace College Place Elementary and Middle Schools
Editor: I’ve been a teacher at College Place Elementary School for the past 26 years. In my capacity as a private citizen, I’m urging my fellow community members to vote…
Letter to the editor: Support school upgrades through Proposition 1 and 2
Dear Editor, In 1967, I had the privilege of attending the newly constructed Olympic Elementary, now known as Edmonds Elementary. This school, alongside Sherwood (1966) and Westgate (1958) elementaries, was…
Letter to the editor: ESD bond would finally transition 6th grade to middle school
Editor: The Edmonds School District is the only school district in our region where sixth graders attend elementary school. Northshore, Everett, Shoreline, Seattle, Bellevue and Lake Washington School Districts (to…
Letter to the editor: Get involved with schools levy and bond campaign
Editor: The Edmonds School District can run levies and bonds, they can educate the community about their levies and bonds, but they cannot advocate for their own levies and…
Letter to the editor: Patrick Moriarty deserves to return to Superior Court
Editor: The voters of Snohomish County have an important decision on their November ballot — who to vote for for Superior Court Judge position 17. As an attorney, I receive…
Letter to the editor: Retain Judge Miguel Duran
Editor: We write this letter to support Judge Miguel Duran as he seeks to retain his position as Snohomish County Superior Court Judge, Pos. 16. Judge Duran has proven himself…
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Letter to the editor: The reality of police union endorsements
Editor: Everyone most likely has seen the Fortney For Sheriff signs with all the local police union endorsements. What is notable is that only nine of the 15 county police…
Letter to the editor: Why I’m standing by Mary Anderson for Snohomish County Superior Court Judge
Editor: I was delighted when my friend Mary Anderson decided to run for judicial office in Snohomish County. Mary is an excellent litigator, having successfully argued in front of the…
Letter to the editor: Retain Judge Patrick Moriarty
Editor: This November, you will have the opportunity to vote to retain Judge Patrick Moriarty, Snohomish County Superior Court, Pos. 17. Judge Moriarty is endorsed by every sitting judge in…
Letter to the editor: Elect Susanna Johnson Snohomish County Sheriff
Editor: It was an honor to work with the then-Snohomish County Sheriff Operations Bureau Chief, Susanna Johnson, who oversaw Sheriff technology initiatives. As a Senior Analyst in the Department of…
Letter to the editor: Why I support retaining Judge Patrick Moriarty
Editor: I am frequently asked who to vote for in judicial races because I am a lawyer. Today I want to tell people to vote for Judge Patrick Moriarty. Already…
Letter to the editor: Why I’m supporting Susanna Johnson for sheriff
Editor: Snohomish County Sheriff incumbent Adam Fortney is being challenged by Susanna Johnson. I am grateful to her for courageously stepping up to the challenge of replacing someone who in…
Letter to the editor: Retain Judge Moriarty for Snohomish County Superior Court
Editor: I write to encourage Snohomish County voters to retain Judge Patrick Moriarty. I am one of Judge Moriarty’s current benchmates, and practiced law with him for 13 years so…
Letter to the editor: Supporting Nick Coelho for city council
Editor: In the Lynnwood City Council race, position 4, I support Nick Coelho instead of Jim Smith. Nick has volunteered consistently for the City of Lynnwood, and for Snohomish County….
Letter to the editor: Endorsing Patrick Moriarty for Snohomish County Superior Court Judge
Editor: I am writing to endorse Patrick Moriarty for judge. Pat Moriarty has all the qualities one wants in a judge – compassion, intellect, integrity, patience and good humor. In…
Letter to the editor: Full STEAM ahead with arts in schools
Good day, I hope your inboxes are overflowing on the clear danger approaching Edmonds School District curriculum decisions. STEM programs are all the talk these days and the career opportunities…
Letter to the editor: Lynnwood hygiene center could use your donations
Editor: With the weather becoming warmer, the Lynnwood hygiene center is gearing up for increased use of services. Services provided are restroom, showers, laundry, snacks and clothing. If you are…
Letter to the editor: Retain the Edmonds School District’s strong music program
Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to members of the Edmonds School Board. It is being republished here at the author’s request. Dear Board Members: I am writing to…
Letter to the editor: School district arts programs integral to developing well-rounded students
Editor: My name is Bethany Harper. I’m the mother of a freshman and sophomore. This is our first year at Meadowdale HS (MHS). MHS gives children the opportunity to learn…
Letter to the editor: Save our Edmonds School District Music Programs
Editor: Edmonds School District is proposing a 25% reduction in budget for the 2023-2024 school year which will remove many music and arts programs from our schools. Our students are…
Letter to the editor: Let’s look beyond the arts for school budget cuts
Editor: It seems whenever budget cuts happen, they look right to the arts programs and the teachers. I think eyes should go elsewhere; administrative costs. The administrative office, I am…