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Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney, a former State House representative and dedicated community leader, passed away on May 14, 2025. She served 16 years in the legislature and received numerous accolades, including the Ohtli Award and the Rose Cantwell Leadership Award for her commitment to public service. Her contributions to various boards and her advocacy for older adults will be deeply missed.
The Edmonds City Council presented proposed changes to its flat-rate business license fees during a recent meeting, aiming for a more equitable structure. City Clerk Scott Passey highlighted that the current fees, unchanged since 2009, may not reflect practices of neighboring jurisdictions. The council considers moving towards a revenue-generating model while addressing potential enforcement challenges.
The Washington State Transportation Commission approved a 3% increase in toll rates for the State Route 99 tunnel in Seattle, effective July 1. The new rates will see increases of 5 cents during off-peak and morning hours and 10 cents during evening peak hours. Revenue from tolls will support construction debt, operations, and maintenance of the tunnel.
Seaview Elementary in Edmonds will host an online auction on May 18 to fund essential school programs, including music and art. Bidding opens at 1 p.m. and features over 75 items, including sports tickets and local restaurant gift cards.
Members of Edmonds VFW Post 8870 and American Legion Post 66 cleaned Edmonds Veterans Plaza last week in preparation for Memorial Day. The local veterans focused on maintaining the plaza's dignity and cleanliness, showcasing their commitment to honoring those who served. Mayor Mike Rosen praised the volunteers for their efforts.
Scotty’s Food Truck will operate from May 15-17 at Calvary Church in Edmonds, serving Fried Pacific Oysters and crispy French Fries. The food truck will be open Thursday through Saturday from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Patrons can call 206-795-1615 to avoid long wait times.
Three Edmonds School District schools, Hazelwood, Seaview, and Terrace Park elementaries, received recognition from the Washington State Board of Education for closing opportunity gaps and supporting student growth during the 2023-24 school year. Seaview Elementary earned honors in multiple categories, while the Challenge Program at Terrace Park was acknowledged for achievements in core subjects.
Construction on Main Street will resume on May 19, closing the street from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for grinding and overlay work. Traffic will be detoured to Dayton Street, and noise from heavy machinery is expected during construction.
Stanwood Spartans defeated Edmonds-Woodway Warriors 2-1 in a walk-off victory, securing a spot in the 3A state baseball tournament. Gavin Gehrman's game-winning double in the bottom of the seventh inning capped a tightly contested match at Funko Field. The Warriors, despite their loss, will have another opportunity to qualify for the state tournament this Saturday.
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.