Forrest Baum notified Lynnwood Today Tuesday morning of his decision to step down from consideration for the vacant Lynnwood City Council seat. Now only one of the original 19 candidates…
A successful tip-off for Cops vs. Youth basketball games
The ACCESS Project, a Lynnwood-based nonprofit that provides mental health resources and referrals for local youth, last week successfully launched the first game in the Cops vs. Youth Basketball Games…
Overnight lane reductions on northbound I-5 through Seattle near Ship Canal Bridge March 19-20
Northbound Interstate 5 between Harvard Avenue East and Northeast 45th Street will be reduced to two lanes overnight for two nights. These closures will take place nightly 11 p.m. to…
Snohomish County College Fair at Edmonds-Woodway HS April 24
High school students, families and community members are invited to the Snohomish County College Fair 2025 on Thursday, April 24, from 5:30–8 p.m. at Edmonds-Woodway High School, 7600 212th St….
Sponsor spotlight: How to leverage tax season for your estate planning advantage
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State workers blast Ferguson’s furlough plan, calling it a betrayal
by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard March 17, 2025 Attorney General Bob Ferguson pledged to labor leaders in July 2023 that if elected governor, he’d have their back as he…
Jaime Mendez News: March 17, 2025
The My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with Lynnwood-based Se Habla Media to share their daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts — with English subtitles. Learn more about Se Habla…
Skandia First Friday Dance April 4 in Lynnwood
Skandia Folk Dance Society is hosting its first Friday dance from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Friday, April 4, at Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave. W., Lynnwood. Two dances will be taught,…
Two of four remaining candidates drop out of Lynnwood council race
Two more candidates opted out of the race for the vacant Lynnwood City Council seat, the latest in a chaotic journey to restore a full council. In email statements to…
Sponsor spotlight: Does your mileage log travel the distance?
The tax code allows deductions for qualified miles driven for business, medical, moving and charitable purposes. But to claim this deduction you must keep adequate records of actual miles driven….
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State fire marshal offers tips for preschool safety
It is important to have a plan when there are children in your home because they may need assistance escaping, especially during emergencies. Their ability to get out safely may…
March 31 deadline approaching for studded tire removal in Washington
Spring is arriving in the Northwest, and with it comes Washington’s deadline to remove studded tires. Studded tires must be removed by the end of the day Monday, March 31,…
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Reminder: Snohomish County Human Services hosting Transition Resource Fair March 18
Snohomish County Human Services is hosting a Transition Resource Fair from 4-7:30 p.m. Tuesday March 18, at Cascade High School in Everett. The free community event welcomes individuals with disabilities…
Barring a referendum, WA elected leaders will receive hefty pay hikes in July
Only one thing could delay, and possibly derail, pay raises for state elected officials this year: a referendum. A citizen commission approved a new salary schedule for members of the…
High school sports roundup for March 14-15, 2025
Friday, March 14 Softball Mountlake Terrace defeated Marysville Getchell 11-9 Amaya Johnson hit her fourth home run of the season and the Mountlake Terrace Hawks improved to 2-0, winning their…
Edmonds Education Association food drive for Nourishing Network March 27-28
The Edmonds Education Association (EEA) is hosting a food drive March 27-28 to support the Foundation for Edmonds School District’s Nourishing Network program. The EEA notes that more than 4,000…
Learn about Great Depresssion’s Dust Bowl during Living Voices presentation in Lynnwood March 30
Learn about the Dust Bowl, and what people lost and did to survive during a “Living Voices: Journey From the Dust” presentation by the Lynnwood-Alderwood Manor Heritage Association from 1-2…
AAUW Edmonds SnoKing branch to host a Pink Tea event April 12
AAUW (American Association of University Women) Edmonds SnoKing branch is sponsoring a Pink Tea event from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 12 at Woodway Hall on the Edmonds College campus. Enjoy…
Washington bill seeks to prevent bail bond agents from enforcing immigration law
Tucked away in a corner of Washington’s Yakima Valley is the small town of Sunnyside, made up of roughly 17,000 residents, a majority of whom are Latino and some lack…
Overnight I-5 lane reductions and ramp closures scheduled for Sound Transit work
Sound Transit contractor crews will close the right lane of southbound I-5 between 220th and 236th Streets Southwest from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly Monday, March 17, through Thursday…
Se Habla Media podcast for March 15, 2025
The My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with Lynnwood-based Se Habla Media to share their daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts — with English subtitles. Learn more about Se Habla…
Jean Patricia Manley: Funeral mass March 20 for longtime Edmonds resident
Jean Patricia Manley January 24, 1936 – March 6, 2025 Jeannie. Mom to her five children, Jeannie to her many dear friends and her late husband of 40 years, Joe….
‘The dream is to stop clothing insecurity’: Lynnwood-based nonprofit provides students with clothing, shoes
There’s an organization in Lynnwood that helps transform students’ lives one wardrobe at a time. Clothes For Kids at 16725 52nd Ave. W. Suite B is where low-income students can…
Lynnwood Neighborhood Center update, development code changes on March 17 council agenda
Lynnwood’s lobbying efforts in the state Legislature are up for discussion at the Monday city council meeting, followed by an update on the city’s progress on a new development code…
Fate of bill to cap rent increases now rests on fine-tuning in Washington Senate
A bill to cap residential rent increases across Washington will need revisions to pass in the state Senate, according to the chamber’s top Democrat. “There’s still going to be more…
High school sports roundup: March 13, 2025
Boys Soccer Edmonds-Woodway defeated Jackson 3-1 Edmonds-Woodway goals: Alex Plumis 2, Oliver Zoloth Edmonds-Woodway assists: Levi Martinez, Benjamin Ikegami Jackson goals: Isaiah Natividad Records: Edmonds-Woodway 1-1; Jackson 0-1 Edmonds-Woodway next…
Jaime Mendez News: March 14, 2025
The My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with Lynnwood-based Se Habla Media to share their daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts — with English subtitles. Learn more about Se Habla…
Sponsor spotlight: The quiet joy of an herb garden
A few weeks ago, I set out to prune and compost my roses, hoping to get them off to a strong start. That quick task quickly turned into three hours…
Art Beat Review: ‘Clue: The Musical!’ – Edmonds’ Driftwood Players sell out again
March 14 to April 6, Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds Who killed Mr. Boddy, in what room, and with what weapon? Was it Miss Scarlet in the kitchen…
Sheryl Christine Johnson: Career registered nurse was known for her kindness, humor
Sheryl Christine Johnson Sheryl Christine Johnson, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday March 8th, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 29, 1944, in Medford, Oregon,…
Want tips for working with the news media? Panel discussion set for April 9
Looking to gain media exposure for your organization? Nonprofits, businesses, community organizations and agencies are invited to attend a virtual media relations panel from noon-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 9. The…
Lynnwood Heroes’ Cafe honors Edmonds American Legion Post 66
At its monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 25, Lynnwood Heroes’ Cafe Executive Director Gary Walderman honored Edmonds American Legion Post 66 for their financial contributions in 2024. A plaque was presented to…
Kicking Gas offering three March information sessions on heat pumps, including one at Lynnwood Library March 17
Is your fossil- or wood-fueled heating system nearing replacement age? Are you thinking about air conditioning, concerned about indoor air pollution or want to save on your energy costs? Kicking…
Homage Senior Services announces its new director of social service and human resource manager
Homage Senior Services has named Krissie Dillin its new director of social services and Kavita Bhandari as the new human resources manager. Dillon has more than 15 years of experience…
The bills that are dead and still alive in the Washington Legislature
Lawmakers in the Washington Legislature spent the past week and a half passing bills off the House and Senate floors ahead of a Wednesday deadline. Measures that didn’t make it…
Lynnwood council debates next move after discovery of appointee’s explicit social media activity
The Lynnwood City Council for the third time is starting the process of finding a new councilmember, after its latest pick withdrew her appointment following revelations of sexually explicit material…
High school sports roundup: March 12, 2025
Boys Soccer Bishop Blanchet defeated Mountlake Terrace 4-0 No details reported Records: Bishop Blanchet 1-0; Mountlake Terrace 0-1 Softball Mountlake Terrace defeated Ingraham 29-1 (5 innings) Junior Amay Johnson hit…