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The Hazel Miller Foundation awarded $225,518 in its 2025 spring grant cycle to 29 organizations enhancing the lives of Edmonds residents. The funding supports diverse initiatives, including educational programs, health services, and youth activities, reflecting the late Hazel Miller's commitment to community enrichment.
Edmonds community members engaged in various activities on Thursday, June 20, 2025, as captured in local news coverage. The article highlights a vibrant scene with a focus on local events and gatherings that foster community spirit. A photo of residents sailing at Edmonds Beach accompanies the report.
Parting Stones offers a new method of handling remains, providing families with an alternative to traditional burial and cremation services. This innovative approach solidifies ashes into stones, allowing for a personal and meaningful memorialization. The service is now available at Beck’s Tribute Center.
Sound Transit contractors will implement multiple lane closures in Lynnwood as part of the Lynnwood Link Extension project. Closures will affect key routes on I-405 and I-5 from June 21 through June 27. These disruptions aim to facilitate ongoing construction work for the transit extension.
Edmonds community members gathered Wednesday for various local events, highlighting community engagement and activities. The featured image showcases a trio by the waterfront, captured by photographer Mary Dizon. Local news continues to foster connections among residents.
My Edmonds News reports that the My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with Se Habla Media to deliver daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts featuring English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility and promote bilingual content in the community.
Public and private transit operators in Washington will begin paying tolls on the State Route 520 and Tacoma Narrows bridges starting October 1, following a legislative decision to end their toll exemption. This change, part of a $3.2 billion revenue package, aims to address a billion-dollar transportation budget deficit and is projected to generate about $1 million annually.
Local artist Ryan Henry Ward, known as Henry, has painted 443 murals featuring Sasquatch around Mountlake Terrace and Edmonds. While he has paused taking new orders, his vibrant murals continue to invite residents to spot these whimsical creatures in the community. Henry's artistic journey began in Montana, and he has been creating public art since 2008.
Several hundred people attended the 2025 Juneteenth at the Beach event in Edmonds, celebrating freedom with a community meal, film screening, and various activities. U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen emphasized the need for action alongside the celebration, while Edmonds Food Bank Executive Director Casey Davis highlighted themes of liberation and community.
Edmonds police investigate the discovery of a deceased male at Southwest County Park on Thursday. Community members alerted authorities around 6 p.m., prompting detectives to navigate challenging terrain to access the scene. Witness interviews commenced, but further details remain undisclosed.