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A car enthusiast named Dino discusses a classic Firebird with a passerby near the waterfront in Edmonds. He highlights the car's features, including its powerful six-cylinder engine and meticulous restoration, while sharing his passion for classic automobiles. Dino, a retired meat cutter, also mentions working on a Cobra previously owned by Linda Carter.
Mountlake Terrace's Allison Mervin and Edmonds-Woodway's Nicholas Manz each earned medals on the first day of the 2025 WIAA State Track and Field Championships in Tacoma. Mervin placed fourth in the 3A girls long jump, while Manz secured sixth in the 3A boys discus throw. Other Edmonds School District athletes qualified for finals in various events.
Homage Senior Services honored its volunteers at the annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, recognizing their essential contributions to the well-being of over 25,000 older adults and individuals with disabilities in Snohomish County. Volunteer Manager Michelle Frye emphasized the critical role of volunteers in maintaining community health and independence. The organization offers flexible volunteer opportunities for all ages, including senior peer counseling and multicultural support.
My Edmonds News partnered with Se Habla Media to provide daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance community engagement through diverse media offerings.
Glenda Krull launched her campaign for Edmonds City Council, aiming to unseat incumbent Chris Eck. At her kickoff event, she emphasized her commitment to nonpartisanship and community engagement, promising to represent the residents of Edmonds without political aspirations.
Kendrick Rochelle visits Washington's overcrowded youth prison to recruit young men for a new leadership program at Harbor Heights, opening June 9. The facility aims to alleviate overcrowding and provide a better environment for young offenders aged 18 to 25. Rochelle's efforts have resulted in two to three applications daily from inmates seeking improvement in their circumstances.
Sound Transit will operate its Sounder train service for the Seattle Mariners game against the Minnesota Twins on June 1. The inbound train departs Everett at 10:45 a.m., making a stop in Edmonds before arriving at King Street Station at 11:44 a.m. A return train will leave 45 minutes after the game's conclusion.
The Edmonds School District recognized its top scholar-athletes and coaches at an awards banquet on May 28 at Edmonds-Woodway High School. Sixteen student-athletes received scholarships, highlighting their academic and athletic achievements, while coaches were honored for their contributions to student sports programs.
Puget Sound Alphorns performed at Edmonds waterfront on Friday and will return for another show at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 1. The group, comprised of alphorn enthusiasts, shares their passion for the instrument's history and literature.
Skandia Folk Dance Society will host two folk dances in June at Cedar Valley Grange in Lynnwood. The first on June 6 features a dance from Sweden, while the second on June 20 includes polka and Busserull. Admission is $15, with discounts for members.