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The My Neighborhood News Network partnered with Se Habla Media to provide daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance bilingual media accessibility in the Lynnwood area.
SHIBA offers free Medicare advice via Zoom every Wednesday and Thursday from the Edmonds Waterfront Center. The program assists Medicare recipients in Snohomish and Skagit Counties, helping them understand coverage options and enrollment periods. Registration is required at least two hours prior to the session.
Individuals preparing for tax season must keep their Form 1040 indefinitely and retain supporting documents for at least seven years. A well-organized filing system can simplify the process if the IRS or state revenue department selects a return for review. Planning ahead ensures readiness for future tax environments.
The Edmonds Floretum Garden Club will host speaker Christina Pfeiffer on May 19 to discuss vital soil care tactics for gardens. Pfeiffer, a horticulture educator, will share sustainable approaches to improve soil health and drought resilience. The meeting will conclude the club's program year, featuring officer elections for 2025-2026.
A photo taken in Edmonds prompts readers to identify its location. Comments are encouraged for community engagement. The image is credited to Karen Prater.
Overcrowding at Green Hill School juvenile detention center in Washington has persisted for nearly two years, with the facility operating well above its safe capacity of 180. Lawmakers failed to pass significant legislation to address the issue, despite bipartisan support for some proposals. The situation remains critical, with projections indicating a rise in the population to 280 by 2026.
The Edmonds Jazz Connection returns on May 17, featuring high school musicians from across the Pacific Northwest. This free event, hosted by the Rotary Club of Edmonds Daybreakers, supports music education and aims to raise $25,000 for local school programs.
The Edmonds School Board will vote on a performance-based graduation pathway policy on May 13. This new option, developed by the State Board of Education, aims to help students fulfill graduation requirements. Other meeting agenda items include emergency waiver approvals and recognition of scholarship recipients.
Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office emphasizes the importance of home fire sprinklers during Home Fire Sprinkler Week. Sprinklers can significantly reduce the risk of fire-related injuries and property loss, responding quickly to fires and providing critical time for residents to escape.
The Edmonds City Council faces pressure to implement new state parking regulations that mandate only one parking space per residential unit. Residents express concerns about safety due to narrow streets and limited sidewalks, urging a thorough traffic assessment before adopting the law. Community members can share their views with the Planning Board ahead of a meeting on May 14.