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Jaime Mendez announced a partnership between the My Neighborhood News Network and Lynnwood-based Se Habla Media to share daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance community engagement and accessibility to diverse media content.
PAWS in Lynnwood welcomed three dogs displaced by Southern California wildfires as part of a coordinated flight relocating over 100 shelter pets to the Pacific Northwest. The initiative, led by Greater Good Charities, aims to ease the burden on local animal shelters and enhance adoption opportunities. Interested adopters can find updates at www.paws.org.
Edmonds School District staff projected a $2.6 million surplus for the 2025-2026 budget, primarily due to new state legislation allowing full collection of voter-approved levies. Despite the surplus, this amount covers less than two days of district expenses, highlighting ongoing financial challenges. A public hearing on the budget was held, with a vote scheduled for July 8.
The Socialist Party of America (SPA) peaked in membership and influence by 1910, advocating for worker rights and women's suffrage. In Edmonds, social divisions over alcohol prohibition and labor issues led to a shift towards socialism among local leaders, including A. M. Yost and W. H. Schumacher. This climate paved the way for the rise of socialist mayor W. H. Cook.
Mafi Vasquez, store manager of the Lynnwood QFC, received national recognition as a Top Woman in Grocery by Progressive Grocer magazine. She earned this honor for her exceptional leadership and community involvement, leading her store to exceed turnover goals and excel in customer service metrics. Vasquez's journey from nursing in Peru to grocery leadership highlights her commitment to helping others.
Edmonds' local column, "Planting Edmonds," focuses on community gardening and its benefits. The article highlights the importance of local gardeners sharing their experiences and knowledge to enhance the gardening culture in the area.
Edmonds artist Amy Jones will showcase her leather tooling and carving skills at Musicology Co on June 28. Her custom designs, including guitar straps and belts, have gained recognition on major stages worldwide. Attendees can purchase items and place custom orders during the event.
Deana Carter and a Selena tribute concert will perform at the Edmonds Center for the Arts this August. Carter, known for her hit "Strawberry Wine," will take the stage on August 3, while "512: The Selena Experience" will celebrate the Queen of Tejano music on August 16. Local small business owners can enjoy a discount for the tribute concert.
Community Transit and Sound Transit buses will operate on a Sunday schedule for Independence Day, July 4. The Zip Alderwood Shuttle will maintain regular hours, while Customer Care services will be closed. Fireworks are prohibited on all transit properties.
WSDOT invites public feedback on the SR 99 Lynnwood and unincorporated Snohomish County Pre-Design Study through an online open house until July 28. The study aims to enhance safety and access for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users along SR 99. Feedback will inform future improvement concepts shared in a subsequent open house.