Snohomish County COVID-19 cases are increasing among young people in their 20s to 40s. That’s one of the headlines from the weekly coronavirus update from county health officials Tuesday. Chief health officer Dr. Chris Spitters told reporters that at the beginning of the outbreak in early March, 40% of the virus cases showed up in…
The latest charts and graphs from the Washington Department of Health, the Washington COVID Risk Assessment Dashboard and Johns Hopkins University Coronavirus Resource Center show that while the situation in Washington state regarding the rising incidence in COVID-19 cases is not as severe as other notable national hotspots, the overall trends show a similar pattern. The latest…
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The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office reported Tuesday night that it has located 11-year-old Roxanne “Roxy” Taylor-Saavedra of Snohomish. She left her residence without permission Sunday, July 5. According to the sheriff’s office, she was found safe at a home in Lake Stevens.
June 28 20100 block 44th Avenue West: Police made an arrest for possession of drug paraphernalia. 2600 block 196th Street Southwest: A traffic stop led police issuing criminal citations for driving without a driver’s license and with no ignition interlock device. 19700 block Highway 99: A man was cited by police after he was observed…
While the focus on high school sports in Washington state remains centered on how competition can be adapted to take place in conjunction with Gov. Jay Inslee’s COVID-19 Safe Start phased approach, other athletic business continues as usual. Lynnwood High School announced that when their Lady Royals basketball team next takes the court, the players…
Harborview Medical Center and University of Washington School of Medicine will be on site at the Lynnwood Food Bank to offer COVID-19 testing every Friday in July, from 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Those experiencing symptoms — including coughing, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fever, gastrointestinal symptoms, muscle aches, headache,…
Community members are invited to attend a Blackout Tuesday Protest aimed at exploring ways “to continue the fight against racial injustice,” starting at 5 p.m. July in front of Lynnwood City Hall. The event will be hosted by The African Village, a Seattle-based cultural gift shop, and will include a march around the city hall…
The Edmonds School Board of Directors is seeking public input on the proposed 2020-21 annual budget and will hold a public hearing at its July 7 business meeting. The board is being asked to adopt the four-year budget plan summary, and the four-year enrollment projection and appropriations. According to the proposal, city staff are asking…
Lynnwood-based Fortuna Law is hosting a free webinar targeted at small businesses in King and Snohomish counties that need assistance during the COVID-19 outbreak. The meeting will be held via Zoom on Monday, July 13, at 2 p.m. The webinar will review COVID-19 resources for small businesses that have been affected by the quarantine. Topics…
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The Edmonds School District encourages students to engage in different learning opportunities through the summer, including the following: Summer learning resources To support families and students over the summer, the district has compiled a list of resources families may use to review and reinforce learning from home. The Supplemental Resources Site will be available through the…
The Washington Supreme Court has scheduled Sept. 10 as the day it will decide Sheriff Adam Fortney’s appeal to stop his recall. Although the Washington State Legislature set an expedited 30-day deadline for the Washington Supreme Court to decide recall appeals, the court sets its own schedule based on its court rules. If the Washington…
July 6 – July 10 Take ‘N Bake Meals & To Go Options ** BBQ Smoked Brisket – bourbon bbq sauce, brown sugar baked beans, chili lime corn… $15 ** Jerk Chicken – caribbean brown rice, tropical fruit relish, roasted okra & carrots…. $12 **Teriyaki Salmon – wasabi sticky rice cake, sautéed bok choy &…
Edmonds College is offering 100% online, summer youth camps from now through the week of Aug. 17. Camps will be led by live instructors from the college and Black Rocket, a national leader in technology education. Choose from a variety of programs in the arts, language acquisition, coding, video game design, and more. “Our camps…
The State of Washington has established phone lines for people looking for information about COVID-19 as well as those who need support due to pandemic-related stress. The 211 COVID-19 Call Center provides information or answers to your questions and concerns by calling 1-800-525-0127 or texting 211-211 for help. You can also text the word “Coronavirus” to 211-211 to receive information and updates…
To some, Michael Reagan is considered an Edmonds local legend. An international artist who has drawn the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Harrison Ford, Sen. John Glenn, Gregory Peck and many others, Mike — between portraits — is often seen walking around Edmonds carrying an American Flag in honor of those who have served and didn’t…
Carol Odom of Lynnwood was named valedictorian of the graduating class of online public school Pacific Northwest Connections Academy. Odom plans to pursue a professional career in ballet and has deferred enrollment to Auburn University. She started her journey at Connections Academy last year after moving from Alabama to train at the Pacific Northwest Ballet…
The Jossing Affair, by J.L. Oakley The Jossing Affair is a historical thriller about a time in Norway that tested every aspect and emotion of human nature: The story of the World War II Nazi occupation of Norway, this fictional spy story is steeped in the true and fascinating historical facts of that period. The…
The Lynnwood City Council will hold a special business meeting before its July 6 work session to vote on a proposed agreement between city and the Communities of Color Coalition regarding federal CARES Act funds. The meeting also marks the beginning of the council’s newly-implemented 6 p.m. start time. To provide aid to residents financially…
The kids are out of school and summer is well underway. Make sure you understand the rules regarding the tax deductibility of summer activities and related day care expenses through the use of the Child and Dependent Care Credit. Collecting those receipts now can save plenty during tax time. What is deductible? 20% to 35%…
If you’re like most of us, you struggle with sleep issues from time to time. Whether it’s not being able to fall asleep before 3 a.m., or running on fumes for most of the day, only to feel wide awake by 10pm, odds are high there’s something you could improve on. In fact, if you’re…
With Snohomish County officials voicing the possibility of joining the growing number of states and local jurisdictions that are back to more restrictive protocols in an effort to slow the COVID resurgence, this report provides a closer look at the local numbers in an effort to shed light on the reasoning behind this. Drawing primarily…
With the financial impacts of COVID-19 looming, the Lynnwood City Council Monday discussed how to close a $2.2 million gap in the city’s budget. During its June 29 work session, the council received a briefing from city Finance Director Sonja Springer regarding a $7.8 million loss in city revenues as a result of COVID-19. Additionally,…
South County Fire encourages residents to celebrate safely and legally this Fourth of July. The holiday is typically the busiest day of the year for 911 calls to South County Fire. Extra staff will be on duty and South County Fire headquarters will serve as a base for a multi-agency Fire Operations Center to coordinate…
Gov. Jay Inslee and Secretary of Health John Wiesman on Thursday announced a statewide requirement for businesses — as of July 7 — to require face coverings of all employees and customers. Under this proclamation, businesses may not serve any customer — either services or goods — if they do not comply with the statewide…
After more than 40 years of public service, including 15 years at Community Transit, CEO Emmett Heath announced Thursday that he will retire later this year in order to spend more time with his family, including his three young grandchildren. Heath has served as CEO for Community Transit for six years and, before being selected…
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) and Bellevue-based Institute for Disease Modeling (IDM) released two new reports analyzing COVID-19 data by age, race/ethnicity and primary language spoken. Both reports highlight the pandemic’s disproportionate and increasing impact on communities of color. The IDM report also points to recent increases in COVID-19 among younger people. DOH’s…
Amateur and professional photographers are invited to take part in the 2020 Puget Sound Bird Fest online photo contest in conjunction with virtual Puget Sound Bird Fest. Accepted entries will be displayed online (a link to the contest will be supplied at a later date). Voting will start on Saturday, Aug. 29, and continue for…
After 33 years in law enforcement, Lynnwood Police Chief Tom Davis announced Thursday that he plans to retire at the end of the month. In a letter addressed to the Lynnwood City Council, Davis said he will be stepping away from police work to start a new chapter in his life after serving his entire…
As the Edmonds School District plans for reopening schools in the 2020-21 school year, district officials are looking to split student learning between home and the classroom. The Edmonds School Board held a special study session Wednesday morning, during which district staff presented options for resuming in-person teaching in the fall. Based on the guidance…
Community Transit will operate a Sunday bus schedule on Friday, July 3, Independence Day (Observed). On Saturday, July 4, all routes will operate a regular Saturday schedule. As Independence Day approaches, Community Transit reminds passengers that fireworks are not allowed on the agency’s buses or any agency property, including transit centers and park & ride…
Two employees at Lynnwood organizations — the Alderwood Water and Wastewater District and Partner Therapeutics — and Lynnwood-based Crane Aerospace & Electronics were among those honored by Community Transit during its first-ever virtual Commute Options Awards event. Lyndsi Stickles was named the agency’s 2019 Smart Commuter of the Year. Stickles commutes from Whidbey Island to her job…
The U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday passed the Moving Forward Act, a comprehensive, long-term package that invests more than $1.5 trillion in America’s transportation and infrastructure over the next five years. Rep. Rick Larsen, a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, championed several provisions in the final bill to rebuild and revitalize…
I absolutely love it when local fresh strawberries are in season. It means summer is really here (even if the weather feels like “Juneary”). Strawberries mean the 4th of July is near. Although the usual holiday festivities like city fireworks and parades won’t be happening, you can still celebrate our freedom with fresh strawberries. I…
The City of Lynnwood and Verdant Health Commission will host Meet Me at the Park events at several parks throughout Lynnwood starting Tuesday, July 7. Meet Me at the Park is a way for children, families, and adults in all neighborhoods to visit their local park, participate in fun, safe activities without the need for…
The Washington State Department of Health is encouraging people in our state to limit summer travel plans to help slow the spread of COVID-19. First, be familiar with the Safe Start plan and how it applies to your county. Governor Jay Inslee’s initiative for a phased Safe Start plan details travel allowances for people who…
June 21 20300 block Highway 99: A vehicle was prowled at AutoZone Auto Parts. 18600 block 33rd Avenue West: A theft occurred at Rite Aid. 19700 block Highway 99: Police responded to a reported indecent exposure. June 22 19700 block 50th Avenue West: Property damage was reported. 20700 block Highway 99: Police responded to a…
