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Photographer Julia Wiese spotted a heron on the seawall and a wimbrel on the beach during her Friday walk in Edmonds. The wimbrel, which moved closer to the water as people approached, marked Wiese's first sighting of the species in the area.
Edmonds in Bloom hosted its annual Kids Plant Day at the Edmonds Museum Saturday Market, where children planted flowers in beach pails as gifts for Mother's Day. Adults participated by purchasing raffle tickets for a chance to win a trip for two to destinations including London and Paris.
Approximately 120 people celebrated June Sorensen Crump's 100th birthday at the Bellingham Country Club, highlighting her impact on countless lives. Attendees shared memories and gratitude for her lessons in life, love, and family. June reflected on her century of experiences, emphasizing the importance of family and friends.
Washington hospitals urge Governor Bob Ferguson to veto a bill that would limit health insurance reimbursements for state workers and public school employees. The Washington State Hospital Association warns that the bill could lead to $100 million in annual losses for hospitals, potentially increasing care costs for others.
Keep Edmonds Vibrant calls for residents to participate in a platform aimed at generating new revenue sources for Edmonds, which faces a budget crisis with over $7 million in cuts. The initiative, titled "What Should Edmonds Be?", encourages community input to envision a sustainable future for the city. Residents must submit their ideas by May 25th.
Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 performed at the 2025 Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival in New York, showcasing Duke Ellington songs. Despite not advancing to the semifinals, the band received praise for their musicianship and community support.
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Sno-King School Retirees host a free presentation featuring journalist Knute Berger in Lynnwood on May 15. The event begins at 1 p.m. with refreshments, followed by an update from Northshore Schools Superintendent Michael Tolley and Berger's talk.
Sascha Clark Danylchuk, executive director of Keep Fish Wet, will present on fish-handling practices at the Olympic Fly Fishers meeting on May 13. Her Zoom presentation will provide anglers with practical techniques for responsibly releasing fish. The event is free and open to the public at the Lake Ballinger Center in Mountlake Terrace.
Thousands of Washington state government and community college employees urge Governor Bob Ferguson to reject the state budget unless it includes their pay raises. The Washington Public Employees Association claims delays in contract negotiations prevented funding for their pay increases, affecting over 5,000 workers. They demand action after ratifying a contract that aligns with other state workforce agreements.